Designer, Piping

Venture Global LNG (“Venture Global”) is a long-term, low-cost provider of American-produced liquefied natural gas. The company’s Louisiana-based export projects service the global demand for North American natural gas and support the long-term development of clean and reliable North American energy supplies. Using reliable, proven technology in an innovative plant design configuration, Venture Global’s modular, mid-scale plant design will replace traditional designs as it allows for the same efficiency and operational reliability at significantly lower capital cost.

We are seeking qualified applicants for the position:

Designer, Piping

Located:

Houston

Summary

We are seeking a leader to join us as a Piping Designer located at our Downtown Houston office. This is a Monday-Friday in-office position.

General Description Duties & Responsibilities

Project Leadership:

• Ensure adherence to project timelines, budgets, and deliverables.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and clients to clarify scope and objectives.

Piping Design and Engineering:

• Develop and review piping layouts, isometrics, and 3D models using industry-standard software (e.g., AutoCAD, PDMS, SP3D).
• Ensure compliance with project specifications, standards, codes (ASME, API), and best practices.
• Conduct stress analysis, material selection, and pipe routing optimization.

Team Supervision:

• Conduct regular design reviews and ensure alignment across disciplines.
• Foster a collaborative and efficient team environment.

Coordination and Communication:

• Liaise with other engineering disciplines (civil, mechanical, electrical) to ensure seamless integration of piping systems.
• Participate in design reviews, HAZOP studies, and client presentations.
• Address technical queries and manage design changes effectively.

Quality Assurance:

• Implement quality control measures and conduct regular design audits.
• Ensure deliverables meet client and regulatory standards.
• Address any issues or risks that could impact project delivery.

Qualifications

Required experience

• Minimum of 5 years previous design experience

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in design software like AutoCAD, MicroStation, PDMS, SmartPlant 3D, or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of piping codes and standards (ASME, ANSI, API).
• Experience with 3D modeling and clash detection tools..

Additional Skills:

• 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, or equivalent (preferred but not required).

Venture Global LNG is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law.