Cheniere Energy, Inc. · 3 months ago
Senior Engineer, Control Systems Reliability
622 Hwy 35, Gregory, TX, 78359, US
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expCheniere Energy, Inc. is seeking a Senior Engineer, Control Systems Reliability to oversee and improve Instrument and Control Systems within their engineering department. The role involves providing technical support, developing documentation standards, and mentoring less experienced staff while ensuring the operational integrity of control systems in a plant environment.
EnergyOil and GasRenewable Energy
Responsibilities
Serves as the control systems administrator and provide daily process control support to the plant to keep the plant systems operational. Responsible for the industrial process control systems from the field devices (valves, transmitters, sensing elements, analyzers, flowmeters, etc.) through the controller (which includes DCS, PLC, SIS, BMS, vibration monitoring systems, air compressor controllers, etc.)
Uses sound engineering practices, plant standards and specifications, ensuring that documentation for the control is maintained properly. Lead the development of documentation standards including updates to the unit operating manuals. Participate in the Management of Change process. Develop and use computer assisted engineering and design software to perform engineering tasks and develop documentation
Provides technical support, troubleshooting, and assistance in planning and coordinating work for the Maintenance department
Works with maintenance and operations on reliability issues when they occur; have vision and ability to create quality solutions for any problems
Serves as a plant expert on process control system engineering issues (not limited to risk engineering, systems integrity and applicability to specifications, philosophies and standards) and mentor the support groups (I/E Supervision and Technicians). Understand and interpret codes, standards and regulations that are control system related
Develops proposals for plant improvements including design basis and preliminary estimates and budgets for capital projects. During development and construction, support the Program Manager as assigned to minimize overruns in project-related spending
Develops working relationships with other department personnel within the plant to seek out opportunities that will add value to each job completed
Reinforces awareness of safety and environmental incidents through frequent job observations by talking to personnel working in the plant. Responsible for developing or collecting information in support of permit requirements as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or other relevant technical discipline is required
At least Five (5+) years' experience in an industrial setting in engineering or operations
Must maintain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) card in good standing status
Strong leadership and technical abilities are required
An acute sensitivity to safety issues in a hazardous environment
Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
Ability to communicate effectively at all levels of an organization and with individuals and groups from different disciplines, industries, and governmental agencies
Able to work with a culturally diverse group of technical individuals whose skills cover the range required to engineer, operate, and maintain the LNG terminal and Liquefaction production facilities
Possess the personality and ability to relate to and to establish a mutually respectful relationship with management, peers and the various facility level workers
Organized, planning skills, able to manage multiple activities and programs in timely fashion and with a high degree of accuracy, able to meet work deadlines
Exceptional problem solving and analytical skills
Accomplished public speaker, able to create and deliver industry-specific presentations
Computer savvy including Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, Access, Project and PowerPoint
Applies general knowledge of LNG production, transportation, storage and loading, including health, safety, maintenance, operations, governmental regulations and associated codes and standards
Practices and demonstrates in-depth knowledge of Instrument and Control Systems, national codes, standards and regulations, and their implementation in operating facilities
Preferred
Instrument and Control focus is preferred
Recent experience with LNG is preferred, however, petrochemical, NGL, cryogenic natural gas processing, or other hydrocarbon processing experience may be acceptable
Company
Cheniere Energy, Inc.
Cheniere Energy, Inc.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
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$5.1B2025-06-25Post Ipo Debt· $1B
2024-05-08Post Ipo Debt· $1.2B
2024-03-05Post Ipo Debt· $1.5B
Leadership Team
Zach Davis
Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer
Brandon Smith
Vice President and Chief Information Officer
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