
Quality SME, Pressure Parts
Venture Global LNG (“Venture Global”) is a long-term, low-cost provider of American-produced liquefied natural gas. The company’s two 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.
The Quality SME, Pressure Parts will serve as the top technical leader for all quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) matters related to pressure-retaining equipment. This role is critical for upholding the highest standards of quality, reliability, and safety for pressure vessels, piping, heat exchangers, and products throughout the equipment's entire lifecycle.
Responsibilities
- Provide subject matter expertise on design specifications, material selections, and fabrication techniques for pressure parts to ensure compliance with project requirements and industry codes, including ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (BPVC), ASME B31 series for piping, and API standards.
- Review and approve quality-related documents, such as Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), Material Test Reports (MTRs), welding procedure specifications (WPS), and welder qualification records.
- Act as a technical liaison between the project team, engineering, vendors, third-party inspectors, and Authorized Inspection Agencies (AIAs).
- Oversee and, when necessary, perform inspections of pressure parts at various stages, including during vendor fabrication, field installation, and commissioning.
- Serve as the on-site point of contact for resolving complex quality issues related to non-conforming pressure parts, including fit-up, welding, and non-destructive testing (NDT).
- Monitor contractor and subcontractor activities to ensure adherence to approved quality procedures and regulatory standards.
- Develop, implement, and maintain the project's quality management system (QMS) as it relates to pressure-retaining equipment.
- Initiate and lead investigations into non-conformance reports (NCRs) and corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs), performing root cause analysis to prevent recurrence.
- Conduct internal and external quality audits of vendors and contractors to assess their compliance with quality standards and contractual obligations.
- Provide mentorship, coaching, and training to quality inspectors, engineers, and other team members on the specific quality requirements for LNG plant pressure parts.
- Reinforce a strong quality and safety culture across all project phases.
- Lead the qualification process for new pressure-part suppliers. Conduct on-site audits and maintain audit schedules. Evaluate supplier performance against defined KPIs.
- Develop and track KPIs (e.g., defect rates, on-time delivery, aging, etc.) and present weekly, monthly and quarterly performance dashboards to senior leadership.
- Ensure all pressure-part suppliers comply with ASME B31.3, B31.1, ASME I, II, V, VIII, IX, and other relevant codes. Review contractor inspection and test plans, procedures, and documents to confirm alignment with project requirements and regulatory standards.
- Perform rigorous document reviews on behalf of the end-user/owner to verify contractor inspection and test plans, procedures, and related documents against project requirements and applicable codes.
- Work closely with Engineering, Procurement, and other units to align supplier quality with project and product requirements.
Qualifications
- A Bachelor of Science degree in Quality Assurance is ideal; however, years of service in similar roles demonstrating capabilities could be substituted
- A minimum of 10 years of experience in the Quality field with at least 5 years in a Leadership Role
- Experience in LNG liquefaction facilities preferred
- Ability to perform multiple tasks, work within project deadlines and adjust as priorities change
- Possess the ability to mentor others through technical training and guidance
- Have the ability to read and interpret engineer drawings to include P&IDs, Civil/Structural plans and details, Electrical Wiring Diagrams, Piping Isometrics, etc
- Broad knowledge and understating of all industry codes, standards, and industry best practices
- Have advanced computer experience with Microsoft Office, Microsoft Projects, PowerPoint, and Excel Work products
- Strong knowledge of API Q1, ISO 9001, international quality standards, and technical matters related to ASME and API codes and standards
- Experience with audits, inspections, and vendor evaluations
- Well-articulated with excellent written and verbal communication, planning, computing, technical, and interpersonal skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Willingness to travel, both domestic and international, if necessary
- Thorough knowledge and understating of all industry codes, standards, and industry best practices
- Have advanced computer experience with software tools such as Smartsheet, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Projects, BI, PowerPoint, and Excel Work products
- Ability to obtain a TWIC Card
Preferred Minimum Certifications
- Quality Certifications (API, ASQ, ISO)
- API 510, 570, 577, or 653
- NACE CIP (Lvl III)
- AWS Certification (SCWI or CWI
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.
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