Principal Engineer, Structural at Venture Global LNG

Houston, Texas, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
LNG, Petrochemical, RefiningIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Structural Engineering minimum required
  • 15 or more years relevant experience in refining and petrochemical industry, LNG Project, preferably with 2 years EPC experience
  • Licensed Professional Engineer with NCEES records preferred
  • Travel < 25% expected
  • Self directs work with limited supervision
  • Work with project team as representative and coordinates work within discipline department
  • Adjusts to varying demands of work and manage changes
  • Skill in oral and written communication
  • Works collaboratively across departments and involves others in solving problems. Initiates meetings within own team, other disciplines or internal customers for clarity on work
  • Serves as technical resource and point of contact for external or internal customers
  • Software Knowledge: STAAD Pro, Risa, STAAD Foundation, Mat 3D Foundation.3D MathCAD, Navisworks, Microstation, AutoCAD

Responsibilities

  • LDOT and ACOE regulatory interface
  • Provides input to weekly site engineering report
  • Review surveyor deliverables and assist with fit up / interface misses at site
  • Provide Technical input to field RFI
  • Coordinate with contractor and subcontractor for issue resolution

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

STAAD ProRISASTAAD FoundationMAT Foundation 3DMathCADNavisworksMicroStationStructural EngineeringCivil EngineeringEPCRFILDOTACOE

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the salary for the Principal Engineer, Structural position?

This information is not specified in the job description.

Is this a remote position or does it require onsite work?

The position is onsite in Houston, Texas.

What are the required qualifications and skills for this role?

A Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Structural Engineering is required, along with 15+ years of relevant experience in refining, petrochemical, or LNG projects (preferably with 2 years EPC experience), and proficiency in software like STAAD Pro, Risa, STAAD Foundation, Mat 3D Foundation.3D MathCAD, Navisworks, Microstation, and AutoCAD. A Licensed Professional Engineer with NCEES records is preferred.

What is the expected travel requirement for this position?

Travel is expected to be less than 25%.

What qualities make a strong candidate for this Principal Engineer role?

Strong candidates self-direct their work with limited supervision, communicate effectively orally and in writing, collaborate across teams and departments, adapt to changing demands, and serve as a technical resource for internal and external customers.

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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