Overview As Principal Engineer, Mechanical in Houston, you lead the mechanical design and project execution for LNG cryogenic facilities. You collaborate with cross-functional teams to refine scope, estimate costs, and develop design specifications, while guiding third-party managers and on-site construction activities. You focus on reliability, operability, and cost efficiency to sustain Venture Global's competitive advantage. This in-office role offers exposure to high-impact projects that shape scalable, low-cost LNG infrastructure. You will drive schedules, technical quality, and adoption of industry standards within a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities- Lead engineering design, scope refinement, and cost estimation; develop project design specifications and support construction
- Oversee third-party project managers, engineers, construction managers, inspectors, and contractors
- Influence decisions to improve reliability, operability, and reduce operating costs
- Translate project plans into credible project schedules
- Specify equipment and major materials for procurement
- Provide field construction assistance
- Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulatory codes, and company standards
- Serve as single point of accountability for technical execution to meet objectives
- Ensure overall project technical quality and conformance to plan (scope, budget, schedule)
- Support Change Management, Value Improvement Practices, Bid Evaluations, and Process and Implementation studies
Key requirements- Bachelor of Science in Engineering
- Minimum 12 years combined experience in Design, Commissioning, or Operations of Cryogenic Processes
- Minimum 5 years multi-discipline engineering management experience
- Experience in LNG liquefaction facilities highly preferred
- Ability to multitask and meet deadlines; adapt to changing priorities
- Ability to mentor others in planning, scheduling, and engineering
- Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, PFDs, C&Es, One Line Diagrams, Isometrics, and Civil/Structural drawings
- Broad knowledge of codes, standards, and industry best practices
- Excellent written and oral communication
- Advanced computer skills with Microsoft Office, Microsoft Projects, PowerPoint, and Excel
- mentoring and technical guidance
- strong written and verbal communication
- ability to manage multiple priorities
- cryogenic processes
- LNG liquefaction facilities
- P&IDs, PFDs, C&Es, One Line Diagrams, Isometrics, Civil/Structural drawings
