Sr. Engineer, Project - Capital Projects

Freeport LNG•Houston, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Sr. Engineer, Project – Capital Projects leads multidisciplinary engineering efforts for new and ongoing capital projects at Freeport LNG’s export facility. The role collaborates with external engineering contractors, discipline leads, project management, operations, maintenance, procurement, OH&S, and other stakeholders to coordinate activities and technical issues and ensure compliance with industry standards, regulations, and company specifications. The engineer provides technical expertise throughout the project lifecycle, from concept development and detailed design through construction and start-up, and works within Freeport LNG’s stage-gate project execution processes to improve outcomes and workflows. The position monitors, reports, and controls progress and performance against project schedules, proactively addressing deviations. It is primarily based at Freeport LNG headquarters in Houston, with travel as needed to facilities near Freeport, EPC offices in the greater Houston area, and vendor or supplier locations. A valid driver’s license and a valid Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC) are required. The role supports Freeport LNG’s Health, Safety, and Environmental Management System, prioritizes HSE concerns, conducts routine inspections, and helps foster a disciplined process safety culture. Work takes place across office and site facilities and may involve indoor and outdoor weather, distracting noise, moving mechanical parts, and electrical circuits. The employee must be able to wear required PPE, work a full shift, move throughout facilities, and perform the physical activities described in the posting, including handling items weighing up to 25 pounds without assistance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering; Chemical or Mechanical Engineering specified.
At least 10 years of engineering experience, focused on capital projects in oil and gas, refinery, or industrial sectors.
Strong technical expertise in engineering design, analysis, and project execution, with knowledge of industry best practices and standards.
Senior project engineering experience with capital projects and/or turnaround work in an operating facility.
Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across diverse teams and disciplines.
Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities, with a focus on innovation, efficiency, and risk management.
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail and quality.
Proficiency in engineering software and tools, with knowledge of design and analysis methodologies.
Ability to work effectively in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment with resilience and adaptability under stress.
Valid driver’s license.
Valid Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC).
Ability to move throughout office and site facilities, wear required PPE, and stand and/or sit continuously for a full shift.
Ability to walk, stand, bend, stoop, kneel, reach, twist, lift, push, pull, climb, balance, crouch, handle, and move items weighing up to 25 pounds without assistance.
Visual acuity corrected to perform job functions and ability to distinguish color.

Nice To Haves

Experience with LNG projects.
Familiarity with FERC and PHMSA regulations.
Prior EPC experience in a construction environment, particularly as a Technical Service Manager, Discipline Lead, Foreman, or Supervisor.

Responsibilities

Lead multidisciplinary engineering efforts for capital projects and collaborate with Project Managers, Operations, Maintenance, Procurement, and OH&S teams.
Provide technical expertise and guidance throughout the project lifecycle, from concept development through detailed design, construction, and start-up.
Oversee the development and review of engineering deliverables for compliance with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and company specifications.
Coordinate with external engineering firms, consultants, and vendors to support project objectives and ensure quality, timely deliverables.
Drive innovation and continuous improvement in engineering processes, methodologies, and technologies.
Conduct technical reviews and risk assessments, identify potential challenges, and develop mitigation strategies.
Develop and implement engineering execution plans, resource allocation strategies, and project schedules.
Facilitate communication between engineering disciplines, project teams, and stakeholders to ensure alignment and resolve technical issues.
Provide technical insights and recommendations in strategic decision-making processes.
Monitor, report, and control progress and performance against project schedule plans; identify and address deviations.
Support Freeport LNG Health, Safety, and Environmental Management System policies, efforts, and programs.
Prioritize HSE concerns, implement routine inspections to ensure safe operating conditions, and foster a disciplined process safety management culture.