Principal Engineer, Mechanical

Venture Global Inc

  • Houston, TX
  • 30+ days ago

    Highlights

    Perform job responsibilities as Lead Engineer, leading discipline on medium projects or assigned under the direction of the Department Manager and/or Project Engineer for larger projects. Experience in development of upstream production facility drawings, checking process equipment system designs and participation in hazard reviews performed to API.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationHouston, TX

    Description

    Summary

    We are currently looking for qualified candidates for a Senior Mechanical Engineer position. The Mechanical lead role will be to lead the engineering, design and troubleshooting a variety of Mechanical Equipment for an LNG facility.

    Will require experience with process equipment systems, in a manner in which equipment is operated, safety system design and compliance codes, and with facility troubleshooting as related to oil and gas production.

    General Description Duties & Responsibilities

    • Perform job responsibilities as Lead Engineer, leading discipline on medium projects or assigned under the direction of the Department Manager and/or Project Engineer for larger projects
    • Ensure adherence to project specifications, governing codes and standards, and good engineering practice
    • Ensure adherence to project health, safety, security and environmental (HSSE) requirements as well as state and federal regulations
    • Leads the effort in the development of mechanical engineering hour estimates for proposed projects, develop man loading and schedule concurrence.
    • Monitor the schedule, ensure that project objectives are met, monitor project controls and engineering execution within the approved budget
    • Responsible for reporting on engineering, design and equipment development status to the Lead Mechanical Engineer, and performing monthly or bi-wee
    • kly assessments of progress
    • Participate and contribute advanced level development of all phases of project engineering, including detail design and construction support
    • Experience in development of upstream production facility drawings, checking process equipment system designs and participation in hazard reviews performed to API
    • Enforces Quality in his/her team.
    • Develop the technical content of Mechanical equipment calculations, specifications and data sheets for inquiry and purchase. Ensure these documents are appropriately reviewed, approved, and transmitted
    • Has direct communication with equipment manufacturers and works clarifications to resolution.
    • Typical equipment includes Vessels, Heat Exchangers, Fired Equipment, HVAC, Pumps, Compressors. General knowledge of applicable codes and standards.
    • Procedure development including start-up, commissioning, operating and maintenance.
    • Coordinate and incorporate project requirements and standards.
    • Develop Mechanical Work Plans for the installation of equipment
    • Initiate Project Deviation Notices that impact the mechanical specifications, effort-hour budget and/or schedule
    • Coordinate and cooperate with the Engineers of other disciplines to ensure the smooth flow of all information, and to ensure alignment with project requirements and design basis
    • Initiate and runs status meetings with the mechanical team to discuss project issues, coordinate/plan key milestone efforts, etc.
    • Responsible for obtaining cost related information and developing scope of work documents for project estimates (e.g., TIC estimates)

    Qualifications

    Required experience

    • 10+ years of overall experience on capital projects from feasibility through construction
    • Familiarity with various project phases and the scope/deliverables required
    • Advanced MS Office skills (Word, Excel, OneNote) preferred
    • Excellent oral and written communication skills in English
    • Registered Professional Engineering license preferred
    • Ability to train and travel to live facilities preferred

    Preferred Experience

    • Ability to train and travel to live facilities

    License and Certifications

    • Registered Professional Engineering license preferred

    Required Education

    • Bachelor's degree or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited college or University

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