Project Engineer

KBR, Inc; Webster (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K plan with company match

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Flexible work schedule

Job summary

KBR, Inc in Webster, Texas is seeking a Project Engineer for the Space Suit Design Team. This role involves leading the project phases, from design to operations, ensuring projects meet requirements, and overseeing collaboration with internal teams and vendors.

The ideal candidate will possess a bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and 5-10 years of related experience, strong negotiation skills, and a results-oriented attitude. KBR offers a benefits package including medical, dental, and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of recent and related work experience.
• Expert use of Microsoft Project.
• Experience in aerospace and mechanical hardware development.

Responsibilities

• Lead all phases of the project from design to operations.
• Manage project forecast, scope, risks, and schedule.
• Provide oversight and collaboration with internal teams and contractors.
• Monitor and report on project-related risks.

Skills

MS Project

Excellent communication skills

Teamwork

Negotiation

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Job description

## Project EngineerApplylocations: Webster, Texastime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R2125240**Title:**Project Engineer**Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR!**Around here, we define the future. We are a company of innovators, thinkers, creators, explorers, volunteers, and dreamers. But we all share one goal: to improve the world responsibly and safely by supporting the science that informs decision makers and protects Earth.KBR is seeking a **PROJECT ENGINEER** to support our **SPACE SUIT DESIGN TEAM** for KBR’s Science and Space division.The **PROJECT ENGINEER** will primarily be responsible for assisting with the scheduling, planning, resourcing, and managing technical activities to ensure assigned projects are completed on time and within specification. The Project Engineer is responsible for the engineering and technical disciplines of assigned projects and will establish criteria for the proper implementation of all the elements of a project.**RESPONSIBILITIES:*** Leads and/or facilitates all phases of the project – research, design, procurement, assembly, integration, test, operations, etc.,* Develops, tracks, and manages project forecast, scope, risks, and schedule for all projects assigned.* Responsible for internal collaboration, review, and integration of project development.* Responsible for the execution, management, and collaboration of project procurement activities (which includes preparation and negotiation of requirements and design specifications, proposals, quotes, contracts, change orders, and invoices with General Contractors, Designers, Procurement, and Vendors).* Provides oversight, guidance and collaboration with internal team departments, general contractors, designers, vendors to ensure they are staying within project scope, budget, and schedule.* Review plans, inspect fabrications, conduct investigations, and provide recommendations as necessary to assure compliance with established requirements, regulations, guidelines, and procedures**.*** Tracks, updates and provide recommendations for changing orders.* Monitors/reports/makes recommendations for ongoing development projects.* Identification, management and communication of project and program-related risks.* Perform other duties as assigned.**REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:*** Candidates must meet the requirements listed below to be considered for this position; please note required items on your resume.* This position requires U.S. Citizenship due to the sensitivity of customer related information.* **Education:** Must have a **bachelor’s degree** in the field of **Mechanical Engineering,** or a related field.* **Years of Experience:** Must have 5-10 years of recent and related work experience.* Expert use of MS Project* Experience leading negotiations with contract/vendors, procurement, and legal processes* Excellent interpersonal skill* Excellent communication skill, verbal and written* Excellent organizational skills* Result oriented personality with a creative approach to problem solving* Ability to work in a team environment* Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and produce timely results* Self-motivated**PREFERRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:*** Project management experience in aerospace and mechanical experience to include hardware development and design verification* Experience with NASA in spacecraft design and human system integration**WORK LOCATION**This position is located onsite at customer facility.**STANDARD KBR REQUIREMENTS:**All of KBR’s employee’s must be team players, able to communicate effectively with internal and external customers, able to follow safety and quality policies, able to follow company programs, processes, procedures, practices, requirements, goals, and objectives. In addition, they must also be organized, with good time management skills.**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.Click here to learn more: KBR Benefits