Mechanical and Piping Engineer - LNG

Petroplan is working exclusively with a global energy company to staff an exciting LNG production and export terminal mega-project. We are recruiting a top caliber Mechanical & Piping Engineer professional for a Permanent position, based in Houston, TX who meets the following criteria.

Responsibilities & Accountabilities
HSEQ

• Ensure compliance with Company & Project and industry HSSE policies, standards, and regulations throughout all phases of the project lifecycle.
• Ensure all design, construction, and maintenance activities comply with industry codes, regulatory requirements, and safety standards.
• Develop and implement integrity management plans for LNG infrastructure, including corrosion prevention, maintenance schedules, and inspection programs.

Leadership

• Serve as the site mechanical technical authority, providing mentorship, training, and guidance to team members.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimize pipeline performance and LNG infrastructure operations.
• Represent the organization in interactions with regulatory authorities, securing necessary permits and approvals.

Work Processes & Systems

• Oversee the design, construction, and maintenance of mechanical and piping systems, ensuring adherence to industry codes, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Develop and implement integrity management plans, including corrosion prevention, maintenance schedules, and inspection programs.
• Validate and approve mechanical designs, test packs, and static equipment inspections, including sign-off on readiness and technical compliance.
• Contribute to weekly engineering reports and provide input on surveyor deliverables, site fit-ups, and interface issues.

Technical

• Perform stress analysis, finite element analysis (FEA), and fluid flow simulations to validate designs and predict pipeline behaviour.
• Review and interpret engineering drawings (e.g., P&IDs, PFDs, isometrics, and structural drawings) and provide technical solutions for challenges.
• Ensure pneumatic test pack validations and exclusion zone calculations meet safety and design standards.
• Support systems completion and commissioning activities for LNG liquefaction facilities.
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues and anomalies, developing solutions to ensure continuous operations.

Key Accountabilities

• Act as the site’s mechanical authority, providing technical guidance and mentoring.
• Oversee design, construction, and maintenance of mechanical and piping systems, ensuring safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.
• Perform stress analysis, simulations, and inspections to validate designs and operations.
• Troubleshoot issues and develop solutions to ensure reliable operations.
• Approve designs, test packs, and inspection plans for static equipment.
• Develop maintenance and integrity management programs, including corrosion prevention and inspections.
• Support commissioning and systems completion for LNG facilities.

Skills & Experience

• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and technical standards (ASME, API).
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and troubleshoot mechanical systems.
• Expertise in heat exchangers, piping, and static equipment. Familiarity with HAZOP/MOC processes and systems completions.
  

Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or another relevant technical field is required. 
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in an engineering capacity required
• Experience in LNG liquefaction facilities preferred.
• Professional Engineering License is a plus.