The Senior Process Engineer reports to the Manager of Engineering, Engineering & Construction, and will advise on all matters related to the process design and process technology within E&C projects. The Senior Process Engineer is part of a multi-discipline Engineering Team providing Oversight over Project Design, Project Permitting, Construction, Commissioning Start-up, and Operations support after handover for projects managed within the E&C Department.

KNOWLEDGE

In-depth knowledge of the principles of fluid flow, heat transfer, thermodynamics, and hydrocarbon process chemistry. Familiar with the hazards of hydrocarbon processes and the methods used to keep process facilities safe. Knowledge of LNG process engineering. Knowledge of applicable codes, standards, and regulations and their implementation in facility design. Competent in the use of process simulation software Aspen HYSYS. Knowledge of current LNG technologies in design or Construction. Knowledge of NRU and Carbon Capture technologies. Knowledge of Process Hazard Analysis including HAZID, HAZOPS, LOPA and facility siting studies.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Process and Process Safety Responsibilities

• Provide process engineering support for the design of LNG, NRU and Carbon Capture projects including as needed support to Construction, Commissioning, Start-up and Operation of the LNG plant and/or new process units installed in the facility.
• Teamwork with other Discipline Engineers in management of Engineering Contractors in the design and development of Capital Projects.
• Support Regulatory and Environmental departments in the preparation and submittal of resource reports for timely project permitting requirements.
• Provide Process Safety support of projects through participation in Process Hazard Analysis and studies, HAZIDS, HAZOPS, LOPA, Facility siting studies and Pre-Start-up Safety reviews.
• Ability to understand and if needed develop process simulations in Aspen HYSYS in support of Project Design reviews and Corporate Strategic planning and development.
• Familiar with Process and Process Safety Industry standards and specifications used in design including API and NFPA.
• Provide Process Engineering guidance to other departments or stakeholders including Corporate Development and Strategy.
• Development of Process Basis of Design, Technical Statement of Requirements and Project design scopes.
• Understand and Run Lanner models as needed.
  

General

• Play the role of the Senior Process Engineer for E&C projects.
• Visit plant sites as needed to understand project layout, Brownfield issues, walkdowns, and to coordinate with site Operations.
• Work with Technology vendors Conoco Phillips (COP), BASF, Chart and others for design development and technology options.
• Work with O&M department to assure Operations interests and Lessons Learned are captured on major projects.
• Support procedure development and training related to capital projects, temporary or new modes of operation, and compliance.
• Provide project support through reviews of the process design and reviewing contractor’s documents including PFDs, HMBs, P&IDs, calculations, datasheets, vendor prints, etc. and facility model reviews
  

QUALIFICATIONS (EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS)

• Education and Certifications : Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering required. Professional Engineer’s (PE) License is a plus.
• Experience: 7+ years experience in engineering design, Contractor management and or operations experience preferred. Experience on LNG projects and/or operating LNG facility is preferred. Experience in Process Safety studies is preferred. Lanner modelling preferred but not required.
• Skills:
  • Exceptional teamwork skills.
  • An acute sensitivity to safety issues in a hazardous environment.
  • Ex ceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Ability to communicate effectively at all levels of an organization and with individuals and groups from different disciplines, industries, and governmental agencies.
  • Able to work with a culturally diverse group of technical individuals whose skills cover the range required to engineer, design, operate, and maintain the LNG terminal and Liquefaction production facilities.
  • Possess the personality and ability to relate to and to establish a mutually respectful relationship with 1) management, 2) peers and 3) the various E&C Team members.
  • Organized, planning skills, able to manage multiple activities and programs in timely fashion and with a high degree of accuracy, able to meet work deadlines.
  • Exceptional problem solving and analytical skills.
  • Computer savvy including Project Management, database, Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint, and HYSYS computer process simulation.
    

DIRECT REPORTS

None

FREEDOM TO ACT

Ability to multi-task and function in a highly-dynamic atmosphere; must exercise discretion independently.

WORK CONDITIONS

• Job is performed in an office setting.
• Occasionally, work may be performed from home, after normal work hours or on weekends.
• Limited travel required, as business conditions dictate to plant sites.
• Subject to drug and alcohol testing, per applicable federal regulations or as required by Cheniere.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is often required to stand, walk, sit, climb stairs, work at height above ground on stairs and catwalks, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk or hear, smell, type and write.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee will work mostly indoors and occasional outdoors and be exposed to year-around weather conditions, ocean environment, and noise.
  

ADA JOB REQUIREMENTS

Reasonable accommodations will be made to ensure that the essential functions of the job can be performed and not hinder the employee's performance due to physical, mental or emotional disability.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:

Cheniere Energy is an equal opportunity workplace. All employment decisions are made without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected categories. This includes providing reasonable accommodation if requested for disabilities or religious beliefs and practices.