Senior Engineer, Piping

Venture Global LNG; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Venture Global LNG in Houston is seeking a Senior Piping Engineer to support the specification, selection, and technical oversight of piping materials for large LNG projects. The role reports to the Director of Plant Design and Piping and emphasizes compliance with industry standards.

Located in Houston, TX, this in-office position (Mon-Fri) may require travel to project sites and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to ensure design, fabrication and construction success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent required.
• 10+ years of piping and materials engineering experience.
• Familiarity with LNG facilities and ASME B31.3/B31.1 codes beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Specify, select, and oversee piping materials and datasheets.
• Coordinate with PMs, engineers, and clients to clarify scope.
• Develop piping material specs and ensure compliance with codes.
• Support procurement with material requisitions and bids.
• Interface with stress, process, mechanical, and construction teams.

Skills

Piping engineering

Materials management

Project coordination

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

ASME B31.3

Quality standards

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

Senior Engineer, Piping

Located

Houston

Summary

The Senior Piping Engineer will report to the Director of Plant Design and Piping. The Senior Piping Engineer is responsible for the specification, selection, and technical oversight of piping materials for large-scale industrial projects, with a strong preference for experience in U.S.-based LNG production facilities.

This role supports engineering design, procurement, fabrication, and construction activities, ensuring compliance with applicable codes, standards, and project requirements.

This position will be located in Houston, TX. Travel may be required depending on project location. This is an in-office position Monday-Friday schedule.

General Description Duties & Responsibilities

• Responsible for all material subsections of the piping discipline including material specifications, specialty items, material take-off, and material requisitioning from beginning to final issue.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and clients to clarify scope and objectives.
• Develop and maintain piping material specifications, classes, and datasheets for LNG and related facilities.
• Ensure compliance with industry codes and standards (e.g., ASME B31.3, ASME B31.1, ASTM, API, MSS, NFPA59A).
• Ensure the check and release of various piping deliverables/documents for use by downstream parties.
• Support procurement by preparing and finalizing material requisitions and evaluating supplier bids.
• Interface with stress analysis, process, mechanical, and construction teams to ensure material compatibility and constructability.
• Provide technical support during fabrication, installation, and commissioning phases.
• Conduct failure analysis and recommend corrective actions when required
• Participate in design reviews, and constructability assessments
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
• Other duties as needed

Qualifications

Required experience

• 10+ years of experience in piping and materials engineering

Preferred Experience

• 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 (preferred).

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.