Technical Professional - Process

KBR; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K plan

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

AD&D

Flexible spending account

Paid time off

Flexible work schedule

Job summary

KBR Sustainable Technology Solutions (STS) in Houston, TX, is seeking a Process Engineer to contribute under supervision. A BS in Chemical Engineering and 2+ years of relevant experience are required.

You will perform process simulations with HYSYS, develop P&IDs, conduct hydraulic calculations and sizing, and support utility and offsite design while upholding HSSE, ethics, and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• BS in Chemical Engineering required.
• 2+ years relevant experience.
• Solid knowledge of Chemical Engineering disciplines.
• Ability to perform under pressure.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills.

Responsibilities

• Process simulation using HYSYS and production of process datasheets and heat and material balances.
• Developing P&IDs including hydraulic calculations, relief valve sizing, vessel sizing, design condition development, etc.
• Utility and offsites design development such as utility balances associated with steam, cooling water, air, hot oil, fuel gas, nitrogen, etc.
• Reviewing relevant supplier information impacting process design.

Skills

Process engineering

Written and verbal communication

Ability to work under pressure

Education

BS in Chemical Engineering

Tools

HYSYS

P&ID development

Relief valve sizing

Job description

Title: Technical Professional - Process

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.

As a Process Engineer you are responsible for performing the activities list below under the supervision and with support from a senior team member. Skills are typically acquired through an undergraduate degree in Engineering with typical relevant experience ranging from 2 to 3 years. Previous experience in a sector such as Refining, Ethylene, Petrochemicals, Polymers, LNG, or Hydrogen is preferred.

Functional job responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

Process Engineering Tasks:

• Process simulation using HYSYS and production of process datasheets and heat and material balances
• Developing P&IDs including hydraulic calculations, relief valve sizing, vessel sizing, design condition development, etc
• Utility and offsites design development such as utility balances associated with steam, cooling water, air, hot oil, fuel gas, nitrogen, etc
• Reviewing relevant supplier information impacting process design.

HSSE & Compliance:

• Strong commitment to Zero Harm and HSSE policies and procedures
• Demonstrates commitment to compliance with all laws, regulations and corporate policies ensuring the highest of ethics in business conduct, including but not limited to the KBR’s Code of Business Conduct, FCPA, ITCO and other relevant anti-corruption policies.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills:

• BS in Chemical Engineering required
• 2+ years relevant experience
• Solid knowledge of Chemical Engineering disciplines
• Ability to perform under pressure
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills

Decarbonization – Energy Transition – Sustainability

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.

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.