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POSITION OVERVIEW

The Senior / Staff Engineer, Quality & Inspection reports directly Engineering Superintendent, Inspection and is a member of multi-disciplined team responsible for technical and regulatory support to the company and liquefied natural gas (LNG) liquefaction/export terminals.  Dedication, sensitivity to safety issues and compliance with policies, procedures and regulatory requirements are essential for the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of the terminals.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Prepare and implement pro-active inspection programs which are based on statutory requirements and Cheniere LNG's policies and guidelines.  

• Supervise and monitor Inspection Technicians and Subcontractors at the Terminal Facilities.

• Promote and manage Health, Safety and Environmental aspects related to Inspection and general plant maintenance both for own staff and all contractors & vendor representatives in the Inspection Section.

• Responsible for checking and advising on design specifications of the new plant and equipment, the correct selection and application of materials and design cases to ensure their safety and integrity of existing and new assets.

• Responsible for setting up and maintaining effective equipment inspection history and record system in Plant Condition Management Software (PCMS).

• Monitor that equipment is being operated within design parameters and highlight to the management case of deviation.

• Develop repairs and modifications plans and ensure they are executed to statutory and Cheniere LNG's requirements.

• Responsible for the provision of Inspection Services for internal and external activities.

• Responsible for the development and maintenance of Risk Base Inspection (RBI) systems, Corrosion System Manual, and Inspection Procedures.

• Responsible for the development of Inspection engineering data management system Plant Condition Management Software (PCMS) as per regulatory and Company requirements.

• Responsible for development, management and co-ordination of service contracts and third-party inspection personnel.

• Responsible for routinely reporting Key Performance Indicators (KPI) as measurement tools for department performance.

• Support, as necessary, regulatory (DOT, FERC, LADEQ, etc.) inspections and audits.

• Carries out other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS: 

Knowledge:

Applicants should possess knowledge of fixed equipment inspection programs relative to principals outlined in American Petroleum Institute 510, 570, 653 and related practices.  Must understand common health, safety, maintenance, operations, governmental regulations and associated codes and standards.  In-depth knowledge of plant maintenance philosophies and design, operation and maintenance of equipment and process systems within the terminal.  Candidates should be knowledgeable of FERC, USCG, DOT and OSHA regulations, and have extensive knowledge of API, ASME, AWS, NFPA, and NACE Code Standards.  Candidate should be knowledgeable of Risk Based Inspection methodologies, application, and evergreen techniques.  

Skills:

• Strong leadership and administrative 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 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 who are all responsible for ensuring good operations.
• 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.  
• Computer savvy, including Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, Access, Project, and PowerPoint.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE 

Education, Training and Certifications: Bachelor of Science in Mechanical or Materials Engineering required.  At least two certifications consisting of: API 510, API 570, API 653, API 580, API 571, API 579, AWS/CWI preferred. 

Experience: 

Staff Engineer: Minimum of ten (10) years' experience in the inspection of fixed equipment, with background in the oil and gas industry.  

Senior Engineer: Minimum of five (5) years' experience in the inspection of fixed equipment, with background in the oil and gas industry.

Must also have working experience of plant operations and maintenance systems and proven experience in development and management of RBI programs. Must be experienced with corrosion monitoring, common damage mechanisms, causes of corrosion. Experience with traditional and modern (PAUT / EMAT) NDE methods and application. The preferred candidate will have intermediate to expert level PCMS experience, and knowledge of RBI module.

DIRECT REPORTS

None

FREEDOM TO ACT

The Senior / Staff Inspection Engineer is an expert in their field and requires minimal supervision.

WORK CONDITIONS 

• Required to be available for stand-by duty on weekends and after hours.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is often required to stand, walk, sit, climb stairs, work at height above ground on stairs and catwalks, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk or hear, smell, type and write.

• Must be able to board a ship via a gangway, climb to the top of a tank (200+ steps), scale vertical steel ladder up to forty feet or more in height, and lift and move objects weighting up to 30 pounds.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee will work indoors and outdoors, and exposed to year around weather conditions, ocean environment, noise, and occasionally process gases and vapors.

• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

• Subject to drug and alcohol testing, per applicable federal regulations.

• Must maintain a Transportation Workers Identification Credential (TWIC) Card in good standing.

ADA JOB REQUIREMENTS

Reasonable accommodations will be made to ensure that the essential functions of the job can be performed and not hinder the employee's performance due to physical, mental, or emotional disability.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Cheniere Energy is an equal opportunity workplace. All employment decisions are made without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected categories. This includes providing reasonable accommodation if requested for disabilities or religious beliefs and practices.