Introduction

Production Start-up & Transition Senior Engineer - LNG Trains (12-Month Renewable Contract, based in Milan)

Join a leading global energy operator delivering a major LNG production development built on advanced technology, strong safety culture, and operational excellence. This is an opportunity to play a key role in bringing world-class LNG facilities into operation, supporting commissioning, start-up, and early production performance.

What are you going to do

Responsibilities

  • Support verification of contractor compliance with contractual obligations and LNG train readiness prior to handover.

  • Develop subsystem start-up sequences and participate in preparation and execution of critical commissioning activities.

  • Review commissioning completion dossiers, punch lists, operating manuals, procedures, and key as-built documentation.

  • Participate in the development, validation, and optimisation of start-up and operating procedures.

  • Take part in walk-downs, system testing, and verification of ESD, EDP, and fire & gas systems.

  • Define and coordinate vendor mobilisation plans for post-handover activities.

  • Lead LNG train start-up activities following handover in close coordination with production teams.

  • Participate in SIMOPS meetings and ensure vendor mobilisation and reporting requirements are met.

  • Support execution of performance tests and review final reports.

  • Identify process improvements and propose operational or procedural enhancements based on plant performance.

  • Provide technical support and troubleshooting during early operations and plant modifications.

  • Assist with planned shutdown preparation and warranty claims by providing technical input.

  • Ensure compliance with HSE policies, procedures, and environmental standards, contributing to continuous safety improvement and ISO 14001 requirements.

Essential skills and knowledge 

Requirements:

  • Master's degree (or equivalent) in Applied Science, Chemical Engineering, or related discipline.

  • Minimum 15 years' experience in start-up and operations of LNG production plants.

  • Strong knowledge of LNG plant processes, commissioning, and start-up operations.

  • Excellent understanding of HSE and environmental management systems within the oil & gas sector.

  • Experience with Permit to Work (PTW) systems in oil and gas operations.

  • Strong technical problem-solving and operational support capability.

  • Proficiency in standard computer applications (MS Office or equivalent).

  • Excellent written and spoken English.

Closing: March 17, 2026

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Vacancy reference: CR-278871

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