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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 highly experienced Senior Process Engineer with a strong background in Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) and large-scale capital project execution. This role is responsible for leading and mentoring a team of process engineers, driving technical excellence, and ensuring the successful delivery of process engineering scope across multi-billion-dollar LNG projects. The Senior Process Engineer serves as a key technical leader, supporting project development from early concept through detailed engineering, construction, and commissioning.

Functional job responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Leadership & Team Management

  • Lead and manage a group of process engineers, providing technical direction, mentoring, and performance feedback.

  • Coordinate workload distribution, resource planning, and staff development within the process engineering team.

  • Foster collaboration across engineering disciplines to ensure integrated and optimized project solutions.

• Technical Expertise

  • Serve as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) in LNG liquefaction, regasification, storage, and associated utility systems.

  • Oversee process simulations, heat & material balances, equipment sizing, and PFD/P&ID development.

  • Review and approve key engineering deliverables, including process design packages, specifications, and datasheets.

  • Provide guidance on process safety, operability, and reliability in design.

• Project Execution

  • Support project development through all phases, including feasibility studies, FEED, detailed engineering, and EPC execution.

  • Interface with clients, licensors, and vendors to align on technical requirements and ensure compliance with project objectives.

  • Lead technical risk assessments, HAZID, HAZOP, SIL studies, and other process safety reviews.

  • Ensure deliverables meet schedule, budget, and quality requirements for large capital projects.

• Business & Strategic Impact

  • Contribute to technology evaluations, value engineering, and optimization studies for LNG processes.

  • Support business development efforts by providing technical input on proposals, estimates, and client presentations.

  • Champion innovation and continuous improvement in process engineering practices.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills:

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Chemical Engineering or related field.

• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.

• 10+ years of process engineering experience, with at least 5 years in LNG design and operations.

• Proven experience leading engineering teams on large-scale (> $500MM) capital projects, preferably LNG liquefaction or regasification.

• Strong knowledge of process simulation tools (e.g., Aspen HYSYS, PRO/II).

• Demonstrated expertise in process safety and regulatory compliance.

• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.

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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.

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