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LNG Engineer – EPC Lead

ConocoPhillips


Job Location:

Houston, TX - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 15 June 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 25 September 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Welcome to ConocoPhillips where innovation and excellence create a platform for opportunity and growth. Come realize your full potential here.

Who We Are

We are one of the worlds largest independent exploration and production companies based on proved reserves and production of liquids and natural gas. With operations and activities in 13 countries we explore for develop and produce crude oil and natural gas globally. We are challenged with an important job to safely find and deliver energy to the world. Our employees are critical to our success and with them we power civilization.

Were grounded by our SPIRIT Values safety people integrity responsibility innovation and teamwork. These values position us to deliver strong performance in a dynamic business but not at all costs. We believe its not just what we do its how we do it that sets us apart.

Fostering an Inclusive Work Environment

To deliver superior performance we create an environment that respects the contributions and differences of every individual. Wherever possible we use these differences to drive competitive business advantage personal growth and ultimately create business success.

Job Summary

Reporting to the LNG Process Engineering Manager the LNG Process Engineer is responsible for leading and coordinating process design activities for major LNG projects across all phases of project development. These phases include conceptual studies Pre-FEED FEED and EPC execution. The role also requires active participation in plant commissioning startup and post-startup support including on-site troubleshooting and performance optimization.
The position requires strong technical expertise in LNG process design EPC project execution and hands-on experience supporting commissioning and startup of major LNG facilities.

Position Overview

Your responsibilities may include:

Conceptual Development Pre-FEED & FEED Phases

  • Participate in the development and definition of overall project and process design basis.

  • Provide technical guidance and process engineering support to EPC contractors and client teams.

  • Perform design and rating case simulations

  • Identify optimal process configurations to improve efficiency reliability and operability.

  • Prepare technical reports and evaluations comparing alternative process schemes.

  • Support validation of project economics through process design inputs and performance analysis.

  • Develop key process deliverables including:

    • Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs)

    • Material Selection Diagrams

    • Preliminary Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs)

  • Review and approve technical specifications and datasheets for long lead-time process equipment.

  • Coordinate with the EPC contractor to establish accurate preliminary hydraulic models and line sizing.

  • Participate in process safety and risk assessments including HAZID and early-stage HAZOP workshop.

  • Support cost estimating activities project scheduling and review/approval of engineering deliverables.

FEED EPC Execution & Post-Startup Phases

  • Maintain overall progress technical integrity quality and accuracy of process engineering deliverables throughout FEED and EPC execution.

  • Ensure compliance with company and project-specific engineering standards and minimum requirements throughout the design process.

  • Update review and finalize detailed process design deliverables including PFDs UFDs H&MBs and P&IDs.

  • Prepare and/or verify process design and rated-case simulations using industry-standard tools (e.g. Aspen HYSYS).

  • Prepare and/or check process equipment datasheets and specifications.

  • Develop and/or verify detailed distillation column hydraulic designs including tray or packing ratings.

  • Participate in multidisciplinary design reviews including:

    • P&ID Reviews

    • HAZOP and SIL Studies

    • 3D Model Reviews

  • Coordinate with the EPC contractor to ensure accurate and appropriate line sizing routing and pressure drop profiles across process systems.

  • Review vendor and mechanical datasheets to verify compliance with process requirements.

  • Participate in manufactured equipment reviews module check-outs and P&ID walk-downs.

  • Provide direct support during commissioning startup and initial operations including on-site assignments as required.

  • Troubleshoot and resolve process and operational issues during startup and post-startup phases.

  • Perform revamp and debottlenecking studies to improve plant capacity availability and operational performance.

Basic requirements:

  • Bachelors degree or higher in Chemical Engineering related field or foreign equivalent

  • 15 or more years of experience supporting major LNG projects and/or LNG plant operation

  • 3 or more years in a leadership position preferably serving as Process or Project Lead for EPC/Operating companies on major LNG projects providing technical leadership in LNG Liquefaction design commissioning support and operational excellence.

  • Proven experience working in an EPC project environment across multiple LNG project phases.

  • Strong knowledge of process design fundamentals including:

    • Aspen HYSYS process simulation

    • Strong understanding of Process control strategies and interlock logic

    • Equipment specification and selection

    • P&IDs development and review

    • Process safety studies and workshops (HAZOP)

    • Flare system design PSV sizing and mitigation strategy for LNG facilities

    • LNG Plot plan development

    • 3D model review for LNG facilities

    • Expertise in modular design and execution of LNG facilities

    • LNG plant commissioning and startup

  • Willingness and ability to travel and work at project sites as required.

Preferred Skills & Competencies

  • Hands-on involvement in LNG plant commissioning startup and post-startup support.

  • Strong Knowledge of LNG liquefaction design and operation.

  • Strong knowledge of P&ID development line by line review.

  • Strong knowledge in HAZOP workshops for LNG facility.

  • Team player with demonstrated ability to influence and manage a team to get results.

  • Strong knowledge in engineering and construction standards materials and companies/vendors processes

  • Sound knowledge of engineering practice.

  • Strong interpersonal skills.

  • Ability to create a strong and collaborative team environment.

  • Self-starter with ability to work strategically under little direction.

  • Attention to details.

  • Ability to assist in development of employee training programs.

  • Knowledge of diverse types of equipment in an LNG facility.

  • Strong ability to prepare technical reports and deliver effective presentations to management and stakeholders.

  • Demonstrated interpersonal and team-building skills in multidisciplinary and multicultural environments.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

  • Prior experience with LNG projects in EPC and/or LNG plant operation is highly desirable.

Apply By:

Jul 19 2026

Sponsorship:

ConocoPhillips sponsorship for employment authorization in the U.S. is NOT available for this position.

Benefits Overview

ConocoPhillips offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and career growth:

  • Taking Care of Your Health & Wellness: Medical dental vision mental health support and wellness programs.

  • Supporting and Building Financial Security: Competitive base pay annual performance bonuses and retirement savings plans.

  • Promoting Work-Life Balance: Paid time off paid parental leave and family support resources.

  • Offering Career Development: Access to training mentoring and internal career mobility tools.

  • Guiding Recognition & Inclusion: Peer-nominated awards inclusive culture and employee resource groups.

Why ConocoPhillips

At ConocoPhillips we believe our people power the future of energy. Were committed to creating a workplace where employees feel valued supported and inspired to growprofessionally and personally.

We dont just offer jobswe offer meaningful careers in a company that values how we work as much as what we achieve.

EEO:

In the US ConocoPhillips is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation national origin age disability veteran status gender identity or expression genetic information or any other legally protected status.

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