KBR Careers · 3 months ago
Senior Process Engineer (LNG, Team Lead)
Newark, Delaware
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expKBR is a company that provides holistic and value-added solutions across the entire asset life cycle, particularly in the LNG sector. They are seeking a highly experienced Senior Process Engineer to lead a team of process engineers and ensure successful project delivery for multi-billion-dollar LNG projects, while also contributing to technology evaluations and business development efforts.
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Responsibilities
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
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
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
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
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or Master's 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
Benefits
401K plan with company match
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
AD&D
Flexible spending account
Disability
Paid time off
Flexible work schedule
Company
KBR Careers
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