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).
Numbers & Facts
Location
Houston, TX
Skills
Analysis Skillsunmatched
Commissioningunmatched
Constructionunmatched
Continuous Improvementunmatched
Datasheetsunmatched
Failure Reporting Analysis and Corrective Action System (FRACAS)unmatched
Industry Standardsunmatched
Liquified Natural Gas (LNG)unmatched
Maintain Complianceunmatched
Material Take Offunmatched
Materials Analysisunmatched
Materials Engineeringunmatched
Mechanical Engineeringunmatched
Mentoringunmatched
Multiculturalunmatched
National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)unmatched
Pipingunmatched
Plant Layout and Designunmatched
Project Engineeringunmatched
Project/Program Coordinationunmatched
Project/Program Managementunmatched
Purchasing/Procurementunmatched
Structural Evaluationunmatched
Technical Supportunmatched
Technical/Engineering Designunmatched
Vendor/Supplier Evaluationunmatched
Willing to Travelunmatched
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