Principal Designer, Civil at Venture Global LNG

Houston, Texas, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Oil & Gas, Chemical, LNGIndustries

Requirements

5+ years of experience in 3D Modeling of grading, drainage, paving, and roads in AutoDesk Civil 3D within the last 10 years
5+ years of “Detailed Design” experience in civil design for multiple projects
5+ years of experience in the Oil, Gas, and Chemical Industry
7+ years of experience in civil design
Preferred: 10+ years of experience in Computer Aided Drafting and Design
Preferred: 1 or more of the following drafting and design credentials:
Associates Degree, or higher, in a Computer Aided Drafting and Design (CADD / CAD) related degree
Autodesk Certified Professional (ACP) in AutoCAD
Autodesk Certified Professional (ACP) in Civil 3D
Certified Survey Technician (CST) – American Congress on Surveying and Mapping (ACSM)
Certified Engineering Technician (CET) – National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET)
Autodesk Certified Instructor (ACI)
Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering
Professional Engineering License
Certified Civil 3D Professional from an Autodesk Learning partner
If not meeting the above credentials, information on other structured training must be provided
Detail oriented, comfortable with technical writing, proficient with basic geometric math, able to keep track of multiple tasks with separate deadlines, comfortable delegating work, and willing to step in to whatever designer role is needed
General 2D AutoCAD skills: Setting up tiled plans utilizing multiple layout tabs in one file, Title Block setup, standard layers setup, layers management, drawing to-scale details, annotating best practices, snap best practices, and coordinate transformations
General Civil 3D Modeling: Expert at utilizing and modifying automatic labels and styles for alignments

Responsibilities

Coordinate the development of the 3D design models and drawings for projects
Contribute to the development of the civil design criteria
Setup the files for 3D design models and drawings where needed
Setup starting examples of 3D design models for others to continue
Be responsible for confirming that 3D design models are accurate, complete, and comply with all aspects of the design criteria
Help keep projects on schedule by implementing efficient methods for producing drawings and 3D design models
Contribute to the production of 3D design models and drawings where needed
Provide on-the-job training and guidance to engineers and designers in 3D modeling and drawings production
Help develop design standards, guidelines, and templates

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Autodesk Civil 3D3D ModelingGradingDrainagePavingRoadsCivil DesignAutoCADCADD

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the location for this Principal Designer, Civil position?

The position is based in Houston.

What experience is required for this role?

Candidates need 5+ years of 3D modeling experience in grading, drainage, paving, and roads using Autodesk Civil 3D within the last 10 years, 5+ years of detailed design experience in civil design, 5+ years in the Oil, Gas, and Chemical Industry, and 7+ years total in civil design.

What certifications or credentials are preferred?

Preferred credentials include an Associates Degree or higher in CADD/CAD, Autodesk Certified Professional in AutoCAD or Civil 3D, Certified Survey Technician, Certified Engineering Technician, Autodesk Certified Instructor, Bachelors in Civil Engineering, Professional Engineering License, or Certified Civil 3D Professional; other structured training is required if none are met.

What are the main responsibilities of this position?

Key responsibilities include coordinating 3D design models and drawings, contributing to civil design criteria, setting up files and starting models, and ensuring models are accurate, complete, and compliant while keeping projects on schedule.

What makes a strong candidate for this Principal Designer role?

A strong candidate has 10+ years in CADD, preferred credentials like Autodesk certifications or a Civil Engineering degree, and proven ability to produce high-quality 3D civil models in the oil, gas, and chemical industry during detailed design phases.

Venture Global LNG

Produces and exports liquefied natural gas

About Venture Global LNG

Venture Global LNG produces and exports liquefied natural gas (LNG) from North America to international markets. The process involves cooling natural gas to a liquid state, making it easier to store and transport. The company operates large-scale LNG export facilities, currently developing three major sites in Louisiana. These facilities are designed to optimize logistics and reduce costs, allowing Venture Global LNG to offer low prices to a diverse range of clients, including energy companies and utilities. Unlike many competitors, Venture Global LNG focuses on efficiency and long-term contracts, which provide stable revenue and help manage market risks. The company's goal is to meet the increasing global demand for cleaner energy while maintaining a competitive edge in the LNG market.

Arlington, VirginiaHeadquarters

2013Year Founded

$10,100MTotal Funding

DEBTCompany Stage

Industrial & Manufacturing, EnergyIndustries

501-1,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Paid Vacation

Flexible Work Hours

Risks

Increased competition from Qatar and Australia may impact market share.

Stricter EU environmental regulations could affect North American LNG demand.

Rising raw material costs may lead to budget overruns in ongoing projects.

Differentiation

Venture Global LNG focuses on low-cost, clean, and reliable LNG production.

The company leverages innovative production methods to maintain a competitive edge.

Strategically located facilities optimize logistics and reduce costs for global clients.

Upsides

Global LNG demand is expected to grow by 3.4% annually through 2030.

U.S. policy changes expedite LNG export approvals, benefiting existing infrastructure.

Technological advancements reduce costs and improve efficiency in LNG production.

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