Lead Mechanical Engineers

KBR, Inc.; Leatherhead; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR, Inc. is looking for a Lead Mechanical Engineer to join our team in Leatherhead, UK. In this pivotal role, you will lead a team of engineers, managing budgets, planning projects, and delivering mechanical engineering solutions. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Mechanical Engineering, experience in energy transition projects, and excellent communication skills.

Working at KBR means being rewarded for your contributions, with access to competitive benefits and the opportunity for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Chartered engineer preferred.
• Experience with energy transition and petrochemical projects.
• Knowledge of mechanical equipment types.
• Familiarity with industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of engineers on projects.
• Plan, budget, and control engineering programs.
• Interface with clients and project management.

Skills

Leading mechanical teams

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline

Job description

Title

Lead Mechanical Engineers

Delivering Solutions, Changing the World®

Simply put at KBR, we do things that matter. Every day, our people work together to deliver solutions that are helping solve the great challenges and opportunities of our time, including climate change, national security, energy transition, cybersecurity, space exploration and more. The KBR team of teams delivers future‑forward science, technology and engineering solutions and mission‑critical services that help governments and companies around the world accomplish their most important objectives, while also helping achieve their sustainability goals.

KBR’s global business comprises two main segments. This role sits within STS in the Integrated Solutions business unit. Integrated Solutions is the engineering and project delivery group providing services which include front‑end and detailed engineering, procurement, construction services and program management primarily in the hydrocarbons and energy transition industries.

The role

We're excited to invite lead mechanical engineers to explore future opportunities with our dynamic team at KBR. As a Lead Mechanical Engineer you will lead a group of engineers on a project, plan, budget, organise and control an important segment of a very extensive and highly diversified engineering program, and be responsible for a measurable asset such as an assigned staff and work hour budget and the successful delivery of mechanical project scope of work. This role requires extensive interface with the client, project management, suppliers, corporate management and the global team of mechanical engineers employed throughout KBR’s worldwide offices.

What We’re Looking For

• A degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline. Chartered engineer preferred.
• Demonstrated success in leading mechanical teams on energy transition and petrochemical projects, encompassing concept development, front‑end engineering design and detailed design.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with a passion for innovative engineering solutions.
• Knowledge of the major mechanical equipment types, to include static, machinery, and packaged equipment.
• A working knowledge of industry standards for energy transition or oil and gas equipment.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively.
• Eligibility to work in the UK without restriction or visa sponsorship.

Benefits

Working at KBR means being rewarded for your contributions. In addition to competitive benefits and professional development, our people are empowered to use all their potential, creating meaningful change for themselves and our clients.

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