LNG Process Design Lead Engineer

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Job Summary

Position Overview

Your responsibilities may include:

Conceptual Development Pre-FEED & FEED Phases

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

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

• Perform LNG liquefaction process concept selection studies and refrigeration compressor driver selections

• Develop process configuration according to process design basis

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

• Perform LNG plant design case and rating cases simulation

• Prepare technical reports and evaluations comparing alternative process schemes.

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

• Develop licensor process design package (PDP) including:

  • Process description with control philosophy

  • Block Flow Diagram (BFD)

  • Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs) and Heat & Material balances

  • Material Selection Diagrams

  • Process equipment sizing and datasheet

  • Process Control Narratives

  • 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 refrigeration compressor optimization with the compressor venders and EPC contractors

• Participate in P&ID line by line review

• Participate in process safety and risk assessments including HAZID and HAZOP workshops.

• 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/workshops

  • 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 process design experience in gas processing plants ethylene plants and LNG facilities.

• 3 or more years of leadership experience 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 supporting plant commissioning operational excellence initiatives and performance testing.

• Demonstrated experience working within a technology licensor organization and supporting major capital projects across all phases including Pre-FEED FEED and EPC.

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

• Strong foundation in process design fundamentals including:

  • Process simulation using tools such as Aspen HYSYS

  • Advanced knowledge of thermodynamics and equations of state

  • In-depth understanding of cryogenic hydrocarbon separation processes

  • Comprehensive knowledge of refrigeration processes and technologies

  • Strong understanding of nitrogen rejection and heavy hydrocarbon removal processes

  • Proven experience in refrigeration process selection and optimization

  • Demonstrated expertise in equipment selection for cryogenic services

  • Proven knowledge of distillation column design and optimization

  • Development of Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs) and strong understanding of process control strategies

  • Development and review of Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs)

  • Participation in and facilitation of process safety studies (HAZOPs)

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

• Demonstrated strong technical judgment and problem-solving capabilities.

Preferred requirements:

• Strong expertise in cryogenic separation process design and plant operations.

• Proven team player with the ability to lead influence and drive results through multidisciplinary teams.

• Strong knowledge of engineering and construction standards materials and vendor/contractor practices.

• Solid understanding of engineering workflows and execution processes.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills both written and verbal.

• Ability to foster a collaborative high-performance team environment.

• Self-motivated and capable of working strategically with minimal supervision.

• High attention to detail with strong analytical skills.

• Ability to support the development and delivery of employee training programs.

• Broad knowledge of equipment used in cryogenic processing facilities.

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

• Demonstrated success working in multidisciplinary and multicultural environments.

• Prior experience working with a technology licensor supporting gas plants ethylene plants and LNG facilities is highly desirable.

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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.

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