Cheniere Energy, Inc. · 9 hours ago
Analyst, Environmental and Regulatory Projects
Houston, TX
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
5+ years expCheniere Energy, Inc. is focused on the development and operation of Liquefied Natural Gas facilities. The Analyst will support permitting tasks related to capital development projects and advise on federal agency requirements and industry standards relevant to LNG operations.
EnergyOil and GasRenewable Energy
Responsibilities
The Analyst will work to support the Environmental and Regulatory Department’s overall mission of permitting new projects and expansions, providing compliance support, and evaluating regulatory changes across a wide range of regulatory programs, including but not limited to such programs developed under the NGA, NEPA, the Clean Air Act, the Clean Water Act, PHMSA and the Pipeline Safety Laws
The Analyst will support the broader team’s efforts under FERC’s NGA and NEPA process for jurisdictional projects and activities, including preparing and reviewing technical reports, oversight and review of hazards analysis, and progressing siting requirements for LNG facilities
Interface with engineering and other technical staff including internal stakeholders, contractors/consultants, and representatives of state and federal agencies. for example : FERC, USACE, USFWS, TCEQ
Ensure timely communication of project schedules and deliverables, as well as timely submission of required notifications applicable for facilities in development and under construction
Advises the regulatory team, other groups within the company as well as federal regulators on complex regulatory issues and industry codes and standards
Monitor, audit and prepare reports to assure compliance with applicable regulations, permit conditions, site-specific conditions, requirements, policies or other authorizing documents required by federal, state and local regulatory agencies
Update management on any deviations related to permit conditions or other performance requirements. Seek continuous improvement in alignment with corporate and facility performance goals
Assist with the review and oversight of new regulatory initiatives ensuring compliance with existing regulations
Qualification
Required
Expertise in U.S. regulatory requirements, policies, guidance, and industry standards, including those relevant to FERC Natural Gas Act (“NGA”) Section 3 and Section 7 permitting and PHMSA regulations applicable to the design and construction of LNG and pipeline facilities
In depth understanding of applicable federal regulations, codes, and standards relevant to LNG and pipeline facilities such as NFPA 59A, 49 CFR 193 and API 752, 753 and 756
Broad understanding of federal, state, and local regulations, codes, standards and permits required to construct LNG and pipeline facilities, including but not limited to the Natural Gas Act, the Clean Air Act, the Clean Water Act and the National Environmental Policy Act
An understanding of the design, siting and construction of LNG facilities, including hazard modeling software and layers of protection
Exceptional leadership, management, and administrative abilities
Highly functional in both team and individual effort projects
Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills
Organized and able to manage multiple activities and programs timely and with a high degree of accuracy
Problem solving and analytical skills
Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision in a dynamic work environment
Experienced with Microsoft Office Suite consisting of Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint
Bachelor's degree in Environmental Sciences, Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, Process Safety, or Fire Protection), or a related field
Minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience in LNG
Preferred
Comprehensive understanding of pool and jet fires, vapor dispersion, toxicity, thermal radiation, explosions and BLEVE hazards related to LNG facilities
Understanding of plot plans, PFDs, P&IDs, H&MBs, specifications, data sheets and equipment lists
Company
Cheniere Energy, Inc.
Cheniere Energy, Inc.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$5.1B2025-06-25Post Ipo Debt· $1B
2024-05-08Post Ipo Debt· $1.2B
2024-03-05Post Ipo Debt· $1.5B
Leadership Team
Zach Davis
Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer
Brandon Smith
Vice President and Chief Information Officer
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