Principal Process Engineer

KBR, Inc; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Medical insurance

Paid time off

Flexible schedule

Job summary

KBR ISA in Houston is seeking a Principal Process Engineer to lead a team delivering integrated engineering for major capital projects across refining, LNG, and downstream sectors.

You will oversee licensor packages to FEED quality, build process simulations and heat and material balances, develop PFDs, and perform hydraulics and overpressure analyses.

Required: a bachelor’s in chemical engineering; master’s preferred, with 8+ years of experience and familiarity with Aspen software suites.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering is required.
• Master’s degree in chemical engineering is preferred.
• 8+ years of experience; 10–20 years preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of process engineers to advance licensor packages to FEED quality.
• Develop process simulations and heat and material balances.
• PFD development and hydraulic calculations.
• Overpressure analysis and flare sizing.
• Coordinate with high-value engineering centers and teams.

Skills

Team leadership

Process engineering

Licensor package experience

PFD development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering

Master’s degree in chemical engineering (preferred)

Tools

Aspen software suites

Job description

Principal Process Engineer KBR ISA (Integrated Solutions Americas)

delivers integrated, end-to-end engineering, procurement, and construction management services to the refining, LNG, midstream, chemicals, petrochemicals, oil and gas, power, and industrial infrastructure sectors. Our focus spans proprietary technology, consulting, and energy transition to complete delivery of major capital projects and programs. KBR is looking for a Principal Process Engineer to help support large capital projects.

Under general supervision, performs all conventional aspects of process engineering. The candidate should be able to work as part of a team or show leadership capabilities managing areas or systems within projects. Functional job responsibilities will include but are not limited to: Leading a team of process engineers to work with process licensors and to advance a licensor basic engineering package to FEED quality Experience executing a licensor package for downstream steam cracker derivatives aromatics units. Experience creating process simulations and Heat and Material Balances. PFD development Working and coordinating with high value engineering centers Familiarity with and able to execute or lead a team of process engineers for P&ID development Hydraulics calculations Process vessel sizing Overpressure analysis and relief calculations including flare load estimation and flare header sizing Production of process design basis documents and various narratives Managing workgroup schedules, budgets and progress

Required Education, Experience, & Skills: Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering Required, master’s degree in chemical engineering preferred Minimum of eight (8) years’ experience and an average of 10 to 20 experience Knowledge of Aspen software suites.

KBR Benefits

KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development. KBR Benefits Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together.

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

KBR — Delivering Solutions, Changing the World.

KBR brings together the best and brightest to deliver science, technology and engineering solutions that help governments and companies around the world accomplish their most critical missions and objectives. In everything we do, we are guided by our ONE KBR Values: We Value Our People – We create diverse, inclusive environments in which each person can feel safe, respected and valued, and where everyone has opportunities to grow and reach their full potential. We Deliver – We are uncompromising in our commitment to deliver innovative, high-quality, technology-led solutions for our customers and exceptional, sustainable value for all our stakeholders. We Are People of Integrity – We value honesty, trust, courage, fairness, prudence and tenacity. We believe doing what’s right for the planet, the communities where we work, and our people is good for business. We Empower – We empower our people with a shared purpose, the right tools and the supportive culture they need to be proactive decision-makers, to be adaptive to change, and to succeed. We Are a Team of Teams – We have a will to succeed, but we value the achievements of our team of teams over individual accomplishments. Our collective focus makes us a better, stronger, more effective company. We have also embedded environmental, social and governance (ESG) principles in every business operation and corporate function. Not only are we committed to operating safely, sustainably and equitably, but we are also committed to using our capabilities and expertise to help our customers accomplish their sustainability goals. Worldwide, KBR employs a diverse workforce approximately 29,000 people strong, with customers in more than 80 countries and operations in 40 counties. At KBR, We Deliver.