LNG Operations Process Engineer

Primary Purpose

The Operations Process Engineer is primarily responsible for providing technical support during the commissioning, start-up, and stable operation phases of the Port Arthur Liquefaction Facility. This role involves supporting Ready for Operations activities across the Gas Pre-treatment, Liquefaction, Storage and Loading, and Utilities areas of the facility. The Operations Process Engineer will provide technical support, troubleshooting, and guidance to ensure safe execution and operation. During stable operations, the engineer will support the Operations team to ensure safe and reliable production, while identifying and supporting optimization and improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical support during the commissioning and start-up phases of the LNG facility.
• Support Ready for Operations activities in the Gas Pre-treatment, Liquefaction, Storage and Loading, and Utilities areas.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues to ensure safe and efficient operations.
• Collaborate with the Operations team to ensure stable and reliable production.
• Identify and implement optimization and improvement initiatives to enhance plant performance.
• Develop and maintain process documentation, including operating procedures and manuals.
• Conduct process simulations and analyses to support operational decision-making.
• Participate in safety reviews and risk assessments to ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Provide training and guidance to operations personnel on process-related matters.
• Monitor and analyze process performance data to identify trends and areas for improvement
  
  

Duties And Responsibilities

• Assists in the evaluation of EPC Contractor's design techniques and procedures for Process equipment packages.
• Supports assigned phases of the technical development, design, and implementation of Process engineering activities associated with the project.
• Participates in the review and audit of vendor drawings, documents, technical specifications, studies and reports and analysis.
• Analyzes PFD’s, heat and material balances and PIDs.
• Supports project construction efforts by reviewing submittals, inspection and test reports, and construction plans and procedures for conformance with project documents and specifications.
• Participates in Process HAZID, HAZOP, and SIL/LOPA analysis as needed
• Participates in factory acceptance tests and inspections.
• Utilizes and updates Engineering Knowledge Bank.
• Monitors and provides project status updates to project management and other disciplines; advises on relevant conditions and activities that may impact the development, completion or performance of project and facilities
• Supports commissioning and start-up activities, including technical oversight, plant walkdowns, unit performance monitoring using engineering tools and troubleshooting.
• Develops process monitoring tools for operating facility during start-up and steady state operation. Including Performance Testing and critical KPIs analysis tools.
• Management of Change activities throughout all phases of project and operation.
• Performs other duties as assigned (no more than 5% of duties).
  
  

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Process Engineer - Required

Experience

Master's Degree in Chemical Engineering - Preferred

• 3 years in Energy or LNG industry Operations Support - required
• 3 years in LNG Facility Commissioning, Start-up and Operations Support - preferred
  
  

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Basic understanding of Process Engineering principles/techniques. Understands technical concepts in related engineering disciplines (Instrumentation & Controls, Electrical, Civil and Mechanical). - Intermediate
• Baseline knowledge of discipline-specific industry codes, regulations, and standards. Intermediate
• Understanding of an LNG project life cycle. Basic knowledge of project development, construction, safe work processes and project controls. Beginner
• Knowledge of LNG Technology and other renewable energy technologies. (APCI technology preferred) - Beginner
• Experience with the startup, operations and troubleshooting of LNG Operations - Beginner
• Knowledge of plant optimization plans and energy efficiency process and projects. - Beginner
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team at an operating LNG facility; including Operations, Maintenance, Regulatory/Compliance and commercial Ops - Beginner
  
  

Licenses and Certifications

• TWIC - Required
  
  

Other Qualifications

• Must have the ability to read and understand P&ID's
• Must have the ability to read and understand P&ID's
  
  

Extensive knowledge of LNG process (APCI preferred), equipment performance & operations (Pre-treatment, Liquefaction, Storage and Loading and Utilities) - Preferred

Area of Interest

Engineering Total Rewards Philosophy

Note: The Company strives to ensure that employees are paid equitably and competitively. Starting salaries may vary based on factors such as relevant experience, qualifications, and education.

Sempra Infrastructure offers a competitive total rewards package that goes beyond base salary. This position is eligible for an annual performance-based incentive (bonus) as well as merit-based recognition. Company benefits include health and welfare (medical, dental, vision), employer contributions to retirement benefits, life insurance, paid time off, as well as other company offerings such as tuition reimbursement, paid parental leave, and employee assistance programs.