Designer, Piping

Venture Global LNG; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Venture Global LNG in Houston seeks a Lead Designer, Piping to join our Downtown Houston office. This is a Monday-Friday in-office position.

The role focuses on leading piping design efforts, coordinating with project managers and engineers, and ensuring design integrity across disciplines. Strong leadership and experience with 3D piping design are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years piping design experience.
• Strong knowledge of ASME, ANSI and API piping codes.
• Experience with international projects is a plus.
• Ability to lead design reviews and coordinate across disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Develop and review piping layouts, isometrics, and 3D models using AutoCAD/PDMS/SP3D.
• Ensure compliance with project specs, standards, and codes (ASME, API).
• Conduct stress analysis, material selection, and pipe routing optimization.
• Conduct regular design reviews and foster cross-disciplinary alignment.
• Liaise with civil, mechanical, and electrical teams to integrate piping systems.
• Participate in design reviews, HAZOPs, and client presentations.
• Address queries and manage design changes while ensuring QA.

Skills

3D modeling

Codes knowledge

Leadership

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

PDMS

SmartPlant3D

Job description

Venture Global LNG (“Venture Global”) is a long-term, low-cost provider of American-produced liquefied natural gas. The company’s Louisiana-based export projects service the global demand for North American natural gas and support the long-term development of clean and reliable North American energy supplies. Using reliable, proven technology in an innovative plant design configuration, Venture Global’s modular, mid-scale plant design will replace traditional designs as it allows for the same efficiency and operational reliability at significantly lower capital cost.

We Are Seeking Qualified Applicants For The Position

Lead Designer, Piping

Located

Houston

Summary

We are seeking a leader to join us as a Piping Designer located at our Downtown Houston office. This is a Monday-Friday in-office position.

Project Leadership

General Description Duties & Responsibilities

• Ensure adherence to project timelines, budgets, and deliverables.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and clients to clarify scope and objectives.

Piping Design And Engineering

• Develop and review piping layouts, isometrics, and 3D models using industry-standard software (e.g., AutoCAD, PDMS, SP3D).
• Ensure compliance with project specifications, standards, codes (ASME, API), and best practices.
• Conduct stress analysis, material selection, and pipe routing optimization.

Team Supervision

• Conduct regular design reviews and ensure alignment across disciplines.
• Foster a collaborative and efficient team environment.

Coordination And Communication

• Liaise with other engineering disciplines (civil, mechanical, electrical) to ensure seamless integration of piping systems.
• Participate in design reviews, HAZOP studies, and client presentations.
• Address technical queries and manage design changes effectively.

Quality Assurance

• Implement quality control measures and conduct regular design audits.
• Ensure deliverables meet client and regulatory standards.
• Address any issues or risks that could impact project delivery.

Qualifications

Required experience

• Minimum of 5 years previous design experience

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in design software like AutoCAD, MicroStation, PDMS, SmartPlant 3D, or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of piping codes and standards (ASME, ANSI, API).
• Experience with 3D modeling and clash detection tools..

Additional Skills

• Familiarity with construction and installation practices.
• Understanding of project management principles.
• Experience with international projects and multicultural teams is a plus.

Required Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent (preferred but not required).

Venture Global LNG is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law.