Petroleum LNG Engineer - Independent Engineer (LNG & Thermal Power)

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  • Ninh Thuan
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 10 days ago
Position TitlePetroleum LNG Engineer - Independent Engineer (LNG & Thermal Power)Business LineBureau Veritas - Energy & Projects / Power, LNG & Industrial ServicesReporting LineTechnical Manager / Project Director / Business Line ManagerWork LocationVietnam / Project-based (Office & Site Assignments)Role PurposeThe Petroleum LNG Engineer acts as an Independent Technical Engineer providing engineering assessment, design verification, and conformity evaluation for LNG terminals and LNG-fired thermal power plant projects.The role ensures that LNG and petroleum systems are:
  • Designed, constructed, commissioned, and operated in compliance with
international codes & standards, contractual requirements, and regulatory frameworks * Assessed objectively in accordance with Bureau Veritas' independence, integrity, and impartiality principles
  • Aligned with Owner, Lender, and Regulatory Authority expectations across the full project lifecycle
Scope of Services (Independent Engineer Context)The engineer delivers third-party technical assurance for:
  • LNG receiving and regasification terminals
  • LNG storage and fuel gas supply systems
  • Petroleum and cryogenic equipment supporting LNG thermal power plants
  • EPC and Owner-Operator project phases including Feasibility, FEED, EPC, Commissioning, and Operations
Key Responsibilities1. Independent Technical Review & Design Verification(Core BV Assurance Function)
  • Perform independent technical review of:
  • LNG terminal layouts and system configurations
  • Process design (PFDs, P&IDs)
  • Mass & energy balance calculations
  • Equipment sizing and datasheets
  • Assess technical adequacy of:
  • LNG storage systems
  • Regasification and send-out systems
  • Fuel gas conditioning and pressure control systems
  • Verify compliance with:
  • Applicable international codes and standards
  • Project specifications and Employer's Requirements
  • Issue technical review reports, conformity statements, and non-conformance observations.
2. LNG Terminal & Petroleum Equipment Expertise(Subject-Matter Authority)
  • Act as independent technical specialist for:
  • Cryogenic LNG pumps (in-tank / HP send-out)
  • LNG vaporizers (ORV, SCV, AAV)
  • LNG unloading systems and jetty interfaces
  • Boil-Off Gas (BOG) management systems
  • Fuel gas metering and isolation systems
  • Review OEM documentation for:
  • Design adequacy
  • Material suitability for cryogenic service
  • Safety and operability
  • Assess equipment conformity against:
  • API, ASME, ISO
  • NFPA 59A
  • SIGTTO / GIIGNL recommendations
3. EPC & Vendor Assurance(Third-Party Verification Role)
  • Review EPC technical deliverables at each project stage.
  • Perform independent:
  • Technical bid evaluations
  • Vendor design and manufacturing reviews
  • Participate as independent party in:
  • Design review workshops
  • FAT, SAT, and manufacturing inspections
  • Identify technical risks, gaps, and deviations early and recommend mitigation measures.
4. Safety, Risk & Regulatory Assessment(Risk-Based Assurance)
  • Participate in and technically challenge:
  • HAZID, HAZOP, QRA, ENVID studies
  • Assess LNG safety systems including:
  • Emergency Shutdown (ESD)
  • Fire & Gas detection
  • Relief and depressurization systems
  • Evaluate compliance with:
  • Local authority requirements
  • Permitting and licensing conditions
  • Provide independent technical opinion on safety and operability.
5. Construction, Commissioning & Operational Readiness(Lifecycle Assurance)
  • Conduct site visits to verify:
  • Construction conformity to approved design
  • Installation quality of LNG and petroleum equipment
  • Review and assess:
  • Pre-commissioning and commissioning procedures
  • LNG cool-down and start-up readiness
  • Support acceptance testing and performance verification.
  • Provide independent assessment of:
  • Operational readiness
  • Long-term reliability and maintainability risks
Health, Safety, Quality & Ethics (BV Mandatory Requirements)
  • Strict compliance with:
  • Bureau Veritas QHSE policies
  • BV Code of Ethics & Business Conduct
  • Maintain absolute technical independence and impartiality from EPCs, vendors, and operators.
  • Promote a strong safety culture and risk-based decision making.
Qualification & Experience RequirementsEducation
  • Bachelor's degree in:
  • Petroleum Engineering
  • Chemical Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Master's degree is an advantage
Professional Experience
  • Minimum 8-12 years of experience in:
  • LNG terminals and LNG facilities
  • Petroleum or gas processing systems
  • Demonstrated experience in:
  • LNG storage, regasification, and fuel gas systems
  • EPC project execution and/or Owner-Operator support
  • Experience in independent engineering, certification, owner's engineer, or third-party consultancy is highly preferred.
Technical Competencies
  • Strong knowledge of:
  • LNG thermodynamics and cryogenic behavior
  • LNG safety philosophy
  • Petroleum equipment and materials for low-temperature service
  • Familiarity with:
  • Aspen HYSYS / Aspen Plus
  • Engineering documentation and review workflows
  • Ability to issue structured, defensible technical opinions.
Soft Skills & Professional Behaviors(Aligned with Bureau Veritas Values)
  • High integrity and ethical standards
  • Strong analytical judgment and attention to detail
  • Clear technical communication (written and verbal)
  • Ability to challenge designs constructively and independently
  • Organized, methodical, and client-focused
Language
  • Fluent English (written & spoken)
  • Additional languages are an advantage
Preferred Certifications (Advantage)
  • Certified LNG Professional / LNG terminal operations certification
  • HAZOP / Functional Safety certification
  • Professional Engineer (PE) / Chartered Engineer (CEng)
  • BV technical authorization or equivalent independent engineer accreditation

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