Engineer, Senior Yard Mechanical

Commonwealth LNG; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading LNG firm is seeking a Senior Engineer, Mechanical to oversee mechanical equipment installation and commissioning. Located in Houston, TX, the role involves ensuring compliance with project specifications, monitoring execution, and leading teams. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering and over 15 years of relevant experience, with a preference for LNG project experience and familiarity with mechanical codes. Occasional travel may be required to Asia and execution centers worldwide.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of prior or relevant work experience as a Mechanical Engineer.
• LNG experience preferred.
• Experience with large hydrocarbon processing facility execution required.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the Mechanical Equipment scope at the module Yard or job site.
• Develop, oversee, and ensure adherence to project timelines, budgets, and deliverables.
• Review work packs as they prepared by the engineering contractor for field execution.

Skills

Proficiency in design review software like Smart Plant Review

Strong knowledge of Mechanical codes and standards (ASME, ANSI, API, and PIP)

Proficiency in material identification and selection

Strong knowledge in NDE and testing requirements of piping and mechanical systems

Familiarity with construction and installation practices

Understanding of project management principles

Experience with international projects and multicultural teams

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

Smart Plant Review

Navisworks

Job description

Position Summary

Commonwealth LNG is seeking a leader to join us as a Senior Engineer, Mechanical. The Sr Mechanical Engineer is responsible for analyzing and overseeing the installation, completion, pre‑commissioning, commissioning and preservation of mechanical equipment at site and Fabrication Yard. This position will be located in Houston, TX initially, and then will transition to our fabrication yard in Asia at a later date. Travel to vendor shops, Paris/India execution centers as required.

Key Accountabilities

• Responsible for the Mechanical Equipment scope at the module Yard or job site.
• Responsible for the piping connection to the mechanical equipment, oversight of check sheet preparations and sign off.
• Develop, oversee, and ensure adherence to project timelines, budgets, and deliverables.
• Track and report progress during project execution.
• Coordinate with construction or commissioning managers, engineers, to clarify scope and objectives.
• Provide guidance on complex mechanical systems using best engineering practices and guidance of vendor Technical authority at the field.
• Review work packs as they prepared by the engineering contractor for field execution.
• Ensure compliance with project specifications, standards, codes (ASME, API), and best practices.
• Ensure the check and release of various Mechanical deliverables/documents.
• Know‑How of installation for Compressors, Gas Turbines, Pumps, pressure vessels, heat exchangers, Air coolers, and all other mechanical equipment is required.

Qualifications

Education, Certificates, and Licenses

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering required.

Experience

• 15 plus years of prior or relevant work experience as a Mechanical Engineer required.
• LNG experience preferred.
• Modularization.
• Large Hydrocarbon processing facility execution is required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Proficiency in design review software like Smart Plant Review and Navisworks.
• Strong knowledge of Mechanical codes and standards (ASME, ANSI, API, and PIP).
• Proficiency in material identification and selection.
• Experience with LNG projects is preferred.
• Strong knowledge in NDE and testing requirements of piping and mechanical systems
• Familiarity with construction and installation practices.
• Understanding of project management principles.
• Experience with international projects and multicultural teams is a plus.
• Previous in field construction and commissioning support.