Sr. Engineer, Static Equipment

At Freeport LNG Development, L.P., we value the strengths of our employees who each bring their unique skills and experience to our team. As part of the Freeport LNG team, you will be working side by side with top performers in the LNG industry. We believe that when employees are fairly compensated, work in a safe environment and their families are provided with excellent benefits, they have peace of mind.
FLSA Status: Exempt
Location: Freeport, TX

The Senior Static Equipment Engineer reports directly to the Static Equipment Engineering Supervisor and serves as the technical lead for static mechanical engineering issues. Responsibilities will include technical oversight and monitoring of all critical fixed mechanical assets in the operating facilities (including piping and structures). Provides advanced troubleshooting techniques where required and leads Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA) on mechanical incidents or systems needing repairs.

The Senior Static Equipment Engineer will develop and help administer Mechanical Integrity inspection & preventative maintenance programs for fixed equipment. The Senior Static Equipment Engineer will also be responsible for capturing lessons learned from all mechanical equipment issues and applying these lessons forward to existing and new assets.

• Mentor and coach engineering team members.
• Provide oversight and support for the Mechanical Integrity Inspection program
• Oversee design, specification, and selection of mechanical equipment, including inspection and testing.
• Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical design and reliability issues.
• Serve as an expert in mechanical systems engineering, assisting Maintenance Supervisors and Technicians and interpreting relevant codes and standards.
• Collaborate with Operations & Maintenance to optimize and troubleshoot fixed equipment.
• Develop maintenance programs for fixed equipment, specifying procedures and frequencies.
• Collaborate with OEMs to improve mechanical reliability and maintenance practices.
• Lead RCFA for mechanical incidents and issues.
• Assist in turnaround planning and execution.
• Participate in the Management of Change process and safety assessments (Haz Ops, HazIDs, Risk Assessments).
• Support Operations and Maintenance for safe, efficient, and reliable operations.
• Track and report on fixed equipment performance and reliability.
• Develop KPIs for fixed equipment to enhance efficiency and reduce downtime.
• Maintain and update mechanical system documentation and standards.
• Capture lessons learned from key equipment.
• Evaluate new technologies for implementation.
• Address piping stress, vibration, and structural deficiencies through evaluation and design.

Minimum

Education Required:

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Chemical Engineering

Minimum Experience

Required:

10 years’ experience in a process industry setting in mechanical equipment engineering, operations or maintenance. Experience with LNG, NGL, cryogenic / natural gas processing, petrochemical, or other hydrocarbon processing facilities.

Preferred Education: Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering / Professional Engineering License

Preferred Experience: Prior experience as a Senior Engineer. 15+ years’ experience in an LNG processing facility or in the LNG industry. Recent equivalent experience in NGL, cryogenic / natural gas processing, petrochemical, or other hydrocarbon processing facilities may be acceptable. Specific expertise in fixed equipment.

• Expertise in static equipment and their inspection programs
• General process plant knowledge, experienced with:
  • Pressure vessels, columns, heat exchangers (including air-cooled)
  • Fired heaters
  • Auxiliary equipment (air compressors, lubricating oil systems, etc.)
  • Compressor systems and other turbo machinery
  • Pumps
• Familiarity with ASME B31.8, B31.3, 49 CFR Part 192 and 193, and cathodic protection systems
• Knowledge of various API, ASME, NFPA, and DOT codes and standards
• Understands maintenance management principles, including predictive and preventive maintenance
• Knowledgeable in SAP or similar work scheduling/tracking software