Director of Engineering

6 days ago

Lake Charles, United States Petroplan Full time

Petroplan is recruiting for a Director of Engineering on behalf of a reputable US-based LNG export company.


The ideal candidate should have a minimum of 15 years of experience in natural gas processing, liquefaction, and/or cryogenic processing. Additionally, this role requires a strong ability to leverage resources beyond their direct control to enhance established designs, optimize liquefaction cycles, and drive business results, while being comfortable with hands-on involvement.

This role will work closely with our clients Senior Vice President of Engineering and will be located in Louisiana.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the engineering support team for the terminal, including Process, Integrity, Controls, and Electrical Engineering.
  • Oversee the design and implementation of future projects aimed at boosting production, improving maintenance troubleshooting, minimizing production interruptions, and enhancing maintenance efficiency.
  • Direct and approve initiatives to maintain and improve plant equipment and facilities, focusing on reliability and corrosion control.
  • Ensure maintenance planning, scheduling, long-term certifications, inspections, condition monitoring, and major overhauls are effectively managed through subordinates.
  • Collaborate with internal and external engineering teams on operational projects and new developments from inception to completion, ensuring projects are delivered within budget and on schedule.
  • Ensure that financial targets are met by adhering to budget and schedule requirements.
  • Oversee the terminal's predictive maintenance program to ensure it is up to date and functioning properly.
  • Serve as the technical authority for engineering matters.
  • Prepare and issue weekly engineering reports for the site.
  • Lead weekly coordination and team meetings, maintaining an action register.
  • Act as the FERC engineering site contact.
  • Approve Pre-Startup Safety Reviews (PSSR).
  • Manage the completion of PHMSA IA technical inputs.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering required.
  • At least 10 years of combined maintenance and plant engineering experience in LNG or petrochemical/gas facilities, including a minimum of three years in an engineering supervisory role.
  • Both corporate and field experience are highly valued, particularly experience in start-up, commissioning, or early field operations, as well as design engineering. Familiarity with project economic evaluations and business trade-offs to optimize shareholder returns is also desirable
  • Experience in LNG liquefaction facilities is highly preferred.
  • FERC experience is required.
  • Proven experience with implementing or overseeing a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
  • Comprehensive knowledge of budgeting, planning, and scheduling.
  • Strong understanding of Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) practices.
  • Excellent leadership, interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.


About Petroplan

Petroplan is the trusted, specialist global Talent Solutions partner of choice for employers and professionals in the Energy sector. Since 1976, Petroplan has been here to help people like you make the most of the opportunities available and find the best fit for you as an individual.


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In an industry where skilled and experienced professionals are increasingly sought after resource, we appreciate the true value of what you have to offer. What's more, we understand that different things are important to different people in today's world of work - it's about making exactly the right connections for you as an individual.


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