Solid Handling Engineer – Pneumatic & Mechanical Conveying Systems

KBR Careers; Newark (DE); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with company match

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Flexible work schedule

Job summary

KBR Careers is looking for a Solid Handling Engineer to design and develop pneumatic and mechanical conveying systems. This role requires 10–15 years of engineering experience and a Bachelor's degree in mechanical or chemical engineering.

The engineer will be involved in projects from concept through detailed engineering, ensuring compliance with safety standards and collaborating with various disciplines. Benefits include 401(k) and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• 10–15+ years of experience in bulk solids handling engineering.
• Strong experience with pneumatic and mechanical conveying systems.
• Proven ability to independently develop General Arrangement drawings.

Responsibilities

• Design pneumatic and mechanical conveying systems.
• Develop General Arrangement drawings and specifications.
• Support projects during FEED and detailed engineering phases.

Skills

Pneumatic conveying systems

Mechanical conveying systems

AutoCAD proficiency

Documentation and technical writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical or chemical engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

CEMA standards

ASME standards

Job description

Solid Handling Engineer – Pneumatic & Mechanical Conveying Systems

KBR Sustainable Technology Solutions (STS) provides holistic and value-added solutions across the entire asset life cycle. These include world‑class licensed process technologies, differentiated advisory services, deep technical domain expertise, energy transition solutions, high‑end design capabilities, and smart solutions to optimize planned and operating assets.

KBR is looking for a Solid Handling Engineer – Pneumatic & Mechanical Conveying Systems with responsibility for the engineering, design, specification, and evaluation of bulk material handling systems, including pneumatic conveying systems and traditional mechanical conveying equipment such as belt conveyors, screw conveyors, bucket elevators, and feeders. The role requires hands‑on experience in developing General Arrangement (GA) drawings, equipment datasheets, technical requisitions, bid evaluations, and supporting projects from concept through detailed engineering and commissioning.

Responsibilities

• Design and engineer pneumatic conveying systems (dense phase, dilute phase, vacuum and pressure systems) for powders, granules, and pellets
• Design and engineer mechanical conveying systems, including:
  • Belt conveyors
  • Screw conveyors
  • Bucket elevators
  • Weigh belt feeders and rotary valves
  • Reclaimer, Stacker
  • Truck/Railcar loading/unloading system
• Perform material flow and capacity calculations, pressure drop calculations, and equipment sizing
• Develop process flow diagrams (PFDs) and piping & instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs) related to bulk solids handling

Layout & Drawings

• Develop and review General Arrangement (GA) drawings and layouts
• Coordinate equipment layouts considering maintenance access, safety, constructability, and operability
• Interface with drafting/design teams to ensure drawings meet project requirements

Specifications & Procurement

• Prepare equipment datasheets for bulk material handling equipment
• Develop technical requisitions and bid packages for vendors
• Perform technical bid evaluations and vendor comparisonsParticipate in vendor meetings, clarifications, and design reviews

Project Support

• Support projects through FEED, detailed engineering, and execution phases
• Coordinate with process, mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and civil disciplines
• Provide engineering support during fabrication, installation, commissioning, and startup
• Review vendor drawings and documents for compliance with project specifications

Safety & Standards

• Ensure designs comply with applicable codes and standards (CEMA, ASME, NFPA, OSHA, ATEX where applicable)
• Incorporate dust control, explosion protection, and safety interlocks in system design
• Participate in HAZOP / safety reviews related to solids handling systems

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, or related discipline
• Master’s degree preferred but not required
• 10–15+ years of experience in bulk solids handling engineering
• Strong experience with pneumatic conveying systems and mechanical conveying systems
• Proven ability to independently develop GA drawings, equipment datasheets, technical requisitions, and bid evaluations
• Solid understanding of bulk material properties and flow behavior
• Experience with conveyor sizing and pneumatic conveying calculations
• Proficiency in AutoCAD (or similar CAD tools)
• Familiarity with vendor equipment and industry suppliers
• Strong documentation and technical writing skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) license
• Experience in industries such as chemicals, minerals & mining, cement, power or bulk materials processing
• Experience with dust collection systems, bag filters, cyclones, and scrubbers
• Experience with closed‑loop or inert gas pneumatic conveying systems

Benefits

KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include a 401(k) 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 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.