Senior Production Allocation Engineer - LA LNG

Woodside Energy; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Parental leave (18 weeks)

Diversity & inclusion culture

Job summary

Woodside Energy in Houston is seeking an experienced LNG Production Allocation & Project Lead to drive development, governance, and ongoing execution of production allocation, hydrocarbon accounting, and reporting for LA LNG assets.

You will provide technical leadership across allocation, measurement, emissions integration, regulatory compliance, and reporting systems, ensuring auditable results and continuous improvement across Woodside assets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related discipline.
• 10+ years in production allocation, hydrocarbon accounting, production reporting, or LNG operations.
• Experience with LNG facilities, gas processing, or upstream assets.

Responsibilities

• Lead LNG production allocation processes and systems.
• Ensure allocation results are accurate, timely, and compliant with standards.
• Develop allocation methodologies aligned with JV and LNG contracts.
• Provide governance of calculations, reporting workflows, and data quality controls.
• Support month-end and year-end production accounting processes.
• Coordinate with Operations, Commercial, Finance, and Regulatory stakeholders.

Skills

LNG production allocation

Hydrocarbon accounting

Regulatory reporting

Cross-functional leadership

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related discipline

Tools

Energy Components (EC)

ECaaS

Job description

We know great results come from our people feeling valued, getting the support they need to reach their full potential as well as bring their whole self to work. We also recognise that enduring, meaningful relationships with communities are fundamental to maintaining our licence to operate.

Technology and innovation are essential to our long‑term sustainability. We are growing our carbon and new energy businesses using technology to reduce emissions and the carbon footprint of our products. We are working to improving energy efficiency, offset emissions, reduce emissions intensity and explore options for lower-carbon energy. Woodside led the development of the LNG industry in Australia and is applying this same pioneering spirit to solving future energy challenges.

Our global headquarters are based in Perth and our state‑of‑the‑art campus reflects the quality of life Perth is known for - with a six Green Star rating, advanced wellness features and flexibility in how you work.

Job description:
About Woodside

We know great results come from our people feeling valued, getting the support they need to reach their full potential as well as bring their whole self to work. We also recognise that enduring, meaningful relationships with communities are fundamental to maintaining our licence to operate.

Technology and innovation are essential to our long‑term sustainability. We are growing our carbon and new energy businesses using technology to reduce emissions and the carbon footprint of our products. We are working to improving energy efficiency, offset emissions, reduce emissions intensity and explore options for lower‑carbon energy. Woodside led the development of the LNG industry in Australia and is applying this same pioneering spirit to solving future energy challenges.

Our global headquarters are based in Perth and our state‑of‑the‑art campus reflects the quality of life Perth is known for - with a six Green Star rating, advanced wellness features and flexibility in how you work.

About The Role

The LNG Production Allocation & Project Lead is responsible for the development, implementation, governance, and ongoing execution of production allocation, hydrocarbon accounting, reporting, and associated business processes for LA LNG asset. The role serves as the focal point for allocation‑related projects, including new asset development, major system implementations and operational readiness activities.

This position provides technical leadership across production allocation, measurement, emissions integration, regulatory compliance, commercial agreements, and reporting systems to ensure accurate and auditable allocation results that support operational, commercial, financial, and regulatory requirements. This role also drives standardization and continuous improvement across global LNG and Woodside assets.

Skills and Experience

• Lead the design, implementation, and operation of LNG productionallocationprocesses and systems.

• Ensure productionallocationresults areaccurate,timely, reconciled, and compliant with corporate standards.

• Develop andmaintainallocation methodologies aligned with joint venture agreements, LNG sales agreements, and commercial contracts.

• Provide governance and oversight ofallocationcalculations, reporting workflows, and data quality controls.

• Support month‑end and year‑end production accounting and reconciliation processes.

• Interface with Operations, Commercial, Marketing, Finance, Reserves, and Regulatory stakeholdersregardingallocationmatters.

Project Delivery & Operational Readiness

• Lead productionallocationworkstreams for LNG developments, brownfield expansions, and new asset startups.
• Manage allocation‑related projects through concept, design, testing, commissioning, and operational handover phases.
• Coordinate business readiness activities to ensure allocation systems, procedures, and personnel are prepared for first production.
• Drive integration activities for acquisitions,divestments, and new venture opportunities.
• Develop project schedules, manage risks, and ensure milestone achievement.

• Act as business lead for production allocation systems, including Energy Components (EC),ECaaS, or equivalent solutions.

• Define business requirements and support system configuration, testing, and deployment.

• Lead system enhancements, automation initiatives, and reporting solutions.

• Work closely with digital, data, and vendor teams to optimize functionality and standardize global processes.

Compliance, Assurance & Governance

• Ensure compliance with internal policies, SOX controls, regulatory reporting requirements, and industry standards.
• Support internal and external audits related to production reporting and hydrocarbon accounting.
• Establish performance metrics, governance processes, and assurance frameworks.
• Maintain documentation, procedures, and allocation methodologies.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Build strong relationships with Operations, Engineering, Commercial, Finance, HSEC, and Technology teams.
• Facilitate alignment between project teams and business stakeholders.
• Provide technical mentorship to allocation specialists and analysts.

Continuous Improvement

• Identify opportunities to improve allocation accuracy, efficiency, and scalability.
• Standardize reporting and allocation practices across Woodside for LNG.
• Lead lessons‑learned reviews and implementation of best practices.
• Support enterprise‑wide initiatives related to production reporting, emissions reporting, and hydrocarbon accounting.

Required Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Petroleum Engineering or related discipline.

Experience

• 10+ years of experience in production allocation, hydrocarbon accounting, production reporting, or LNG operations.

• Experience supporting LNG facilities, gas processing plants, or upstream production assets.

• Demonstrated success leading complex projects and cross‑functional initiatives.

• Experience implementing or supporting production allocation software platforms.

• Strong understanding of measurement, metering, production accounting, commercial agreements, and reporting

What you can expect from us:

• Commitment to your ongoing development, including on‑the‑job opportunities, formal programs and coaching
• Industry‑leading 18weeks paid parental leave for primary carer, and maintenance of superannuation or retirement benefits at the current rate during any period of unpaid parental leave for up to 24 months(plus secondary carer leave entitlements)
• Values led culture with a focus on creating a psychologically and physically safe work environment
• Active employee‑led working groups driving initiatives to build an inclusive culture
• Community volunteering opportunities
• Relocation assistance (if required)
• A competitive remuneration package featuring performance‑based incentives

Woodside is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce culture, which is supported by our Values. Our aim is to attract, develop and retain a truly diverse and high‑performing workforce.

Diversity encompasses various differences, including but not limited to differences in age, nationality, race, ethnicity, national origin, religious beliefs, sex, sexual orientation, intersex status, gender identity or expression, relationship status, disability, neurodiversity, veteran status, cultural background, thinking styles, experience, family background, including caregiving commitments, and education.

Inclusion centres on all employees creating a climate of respect, trust and belonging, where people feel enabled to be their best and authentic version of themself.

We offer supportive pathways for all employees to grow and develop leadership skills. We encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples and those seeking a more flexible working environment, including part‑time opportunities.

Applications close at 11:59pm AWST on 11/09/2026

Please note Woodside Energy will only accept direct candidate applications. We do not accept applications from Recruitment Agencies.