Senior Project Engineer, Civil / Structural

As a Senior Project Engineer, Civil/Structural at Venture Global LNG, your primary responsibilities will include providing technical input for field RFIs, contributing to weekly site engineering reports, and coordinating with contractors for issue resolution. Your role is essential in delivering technical support for structural and civil brownfield projects, while also offering guidance to operations on critical requests—ensuring all work meets safety and efficiency standards required in the LNG industry.

To qualify for the Senior Project Engineer position at Venture Global LNG, a minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering is required, along with at least four years of relevant experience in the refining or petrochemical industry. Ideally, candidates should also have two years of EPC experience. A Professional Engineer license with NCEES records is preferred, as well as skills in effective communication and teamwork for cross-department collaboration.

Success as a Senior Project Engineer, Civil/Structural at Venture Global LNG requires proficiency in software such as STAAD Pro, RISA, and AutoCAD, alongside skills in creating practical fit-for-purpose solutions. Familiarity with structural analysis and design software, along with the ability to review surveyor deliverables, will enable you to effectively oversee project site interface issues and maintain compliance with all applicable codes.

While a Professional Engineer license is preferred for the Senior Project Engineer position at Venture Global LNG, it is not an absolute requirement. However, having a license is highly advantageous as it signifies a higher level of expertise and dedication to the field, which can greatly enhance your effectiveness in this role within the LNG sector.

As a Senior Project Engineer at Venture Global LNG, you will work collaboratively across multiple departments. This involves initiating regular meetings to clarify project goals, address challenges, and ensure that all teams are aligned on work objectives. Your role will act as a technical resource, facilitating problem-solving sessions that engage various stakeholders to optimize project outcomes.

When discussing your experience with LNG projects during the interview, highlight specific instances where you've been involved in project phases, from planning to execution. Emphasize your ability to handle complex civil or structural challenges and provide examples of successful collaborations across teams that led to project advancements.

In a fast-paced environment as a Senior Project Engineer, prioritization requires a balance between urgent requests and strategic project timelines. Explain your approach to assessing project needs and using effective project management tools to keep your team organized and responsive while minimizing potential risks.

Communication is vital in engineering projects, especially for a Senior Project Engineer. Discuss how effective communication fosters collaboration among different disciplines, enhances problem-solving, and ensures that all team members and stakeholders have a clear understanding of project goals and expectations.

When unexpected challenges arise, it's crucial to approach them with flexibility and problem-solving skills. Talk about your methods for gathering insights from various team members, evaluating options, and implementing adjustments that align with project goals while maintaining safety and compliance standards.

Certain software tools are essential for civil/structural engineering, including STAAD Pro and AutoCAD. Discuss your experience with these tools and how they have helped improve the accuracy and efficiency of your engineering tasks, as well as your ability to create detailed designs and analyses.

Share an example where you facilitated a resolution between contractors and engineers. Focus on your approach to mediating discussions, clarifying misunderstandings, and finding a collaborative solution that kept the project on track while maintaining positive relationships.

Quality technical documentation is essential. Describe your strategies for reviewing and validating documentation, including checklists or templates you might use to ensure all standards and requirements are met before finalizing any documents for project use.

To ensure compliance with industry regulations, stay updated on relevant codes and standards related to LNG and petrochemical projects. Discuss your methods for reviewing design proposals, consulting with regulatory bodies if necessary, and integrating compliance checks throughout the engineering process.

Team collaboration can be enhanced through regular meetings and clear communication. Provide an example of a specific initiative you took to improve collaboration, like introducing a new project management tool or organizing brainstorming sessions that encouraged team involvement and idea sharing.

Express your passion for contributing to clean energy solutions and how Venture Global LNG’s innovative approaches resonate with your engineering values. Discuss your enthusiasm for being part of a team that leverages cutting-edge technology to meet global energy demands while ensuring environmental sustainability.