LNG Engineer – EPC Lead

ConocoPhillips•Houston, TX

15h•Hybrid

About The Position

ConocoPhillips is seeking an experienced LNG Process Engineer to lead and coordinate process design activities for major LNG projects. This role spans all project development phases, from conceptual studies through EPC execution, and includes involvement in plant commissioning, startup, and post-startup support. The position requires strong technical expertise in LNG process design, EPC project execution, and hands-on experience with major LNG facility commissioning and startup.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Chemical Engineering, related field, or foreign equivalent
15 or more years of experience supporting major LNG projects and/or LNG plant operation
3 or more years in a leadership position preferably serving as Process or Project Lead for EPC/Operating companies on major LNG projects, providing technical leadership in LNG Liquefaction design, commissioning support and operational excellence.
Proven experience working in an EPC project environment across multiple LNG project phases.
Strong knowledge of process design fundamentals, including Aspen HYSYS process simulation
Strong understanding of Process control strategies and interlock logic
Equipment specification and selection
P&IDs development and review
Process safety studies and workshops (HAZOP)
Flare system design, PSV sizing and mitigation strategy for LNG facilities
LNG Plot plan development
3D model review for LNG facilities
Expertise in modular design and execution of LNG facilities
LNG plant commissioning and startup
Willingness and ability to travel and work at project sites as required.

Nice To Haves

Hands-on involvement in LNG plant commissioning, startup, and post-startup support.
Strong Knowledge of LNG liquefaction design and operation.
Strong knowledge of P&ID development line by line review.
Strong knowledge in HAZOP workshops for LNG facility.
Team player with demonstrated ability to influence and manage a team to get results.
Strong knowledge in engineering and construction standards, materials, and companies/vendors processes
Sound knowledge of engineering practice.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Ability to create a strong and collaborative team environment.
Self-starter with ability to work strategically under little direction.
Attention to details.
Ability to assist in development of employee training programs.
Knowledge of diverse types of equipment in an LNG facility.
Strong ability to prepare technical reports and deliver effective presentations to management and stakeholders.
Demonstrated interpersonal and team-building skills in multidisciplinary and multicultural environments.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Prior experience with LNG projects in EPC and/or LNG plant operation is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Participate in the development and definition of overall project and process design basis.
Provide technical guidance and process engineering support to EPC contractors and client teams.
Perform design and rating case simulations.
Identify optimal process configurations to improve efficiency, reliability, and operability.
Prepare technical reports and evaluations comparing alternative process schemes.
Support validation of project economics through process design inputs and performance analysis.
Develop key process deliverables, including Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs), Material Selection Diagrams, Preliminary Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs).
Review and approve technical specifications and datasheets for long lead-time process equipment.
Coordinate with the EPC contractor to establish accurate preliminary hydraulic models and line sizing.
Participate in process safety and risk assessments, including HAZID and early-stage HAZOP workshops.
Support cost estimating activities, project scheduling, and review/approval of engineering deliverables.
Maintain overall progress, technical integrity, quality, and accuracy of process engineering deliverables throughout FEED and EPC execution.
Ensure compliance with company and project-specific engineering standards and minimum requirements.
Update, review, and finalize detailed process design deliverables, including PFDs, UFDs, H&MBs, and P&IDs.
Prepare and/or verify process design and rated-case simulations using industry-standard tools (e.g., Aspen HYSYS).
Prepare and/or check process equipment datasheets and specifications.
Develop and/or verify detailed distillation column hydraulic designs, including tray or packing ratings.
Participate in multidisciplinary design reviews, including P&ID Reviews, HAZOP and SIL Studies, and 3D Model Reviews.
Coordinate with the EPC contractor to ensure accurate and appropriate line sizing, routing, and pressure drop profiles.
Review vendor and mechanical datasheets to verify compliance with process requirements.
Participate in manufactured equipment reviews, module check-outs, and P&ID walk-downs.
Provide direct support during commissioning, startup, and initial operations, including on-site assignments as required.
Troubleshoot and resolve process and operational issues during startup and post-startup phases.
Perform revamp and debottlenecking studies to improve plant capacity, availability, and operational performance.