Industrial Telecommunications Engineer

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Houston, TX, USA
Hybrid
Mid level
Aerospace
The Role
Assists with telecommunications and IT scope definition, design, calculations, supplier and contractor coordination, field investigations, and multidisciplinary engineering for oil and gas, refining, and petrochemical projects. Designs and integrates resilient multi-vendor telecom solutions, provides technical guidance, supports construction activities, and develops expertise in control systems and instrumentation.
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Industrial Telecommunications Engineer

At KBR, We Deliver.

KBR ISA (Integrated Solutions Americas) delivers integrated, end-to-end engineering, procurement, and construction management services to the refining, LNG, midstream, chemicals, petrochemicals, oil and gas, power, and industrial infrastructure sectors. Our focus spans proprietary technology, consulting, and energy transition to complete delivery of major capital projects and programs.

KBR is looking for an Industrial Telecommunications Engineer to assist a subject matter expert (SME) with the definition of the telecommunications and IT scope, from early conceptual through detail design, for medium, large and world-scale oil and gas, refining, and petrochemical projects.

Functional job responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

  • Assist with the definition of the telecommunications and IT scope, from early conceptual through detail design, for medium, large and world-scale oil and gas, refining, and petrochemical projects.

  • Direct the efforts of equipment suppliers and third-party design engineering and construction contractors

  • Prepare accurate and complete designs and calculations as required to meet project requirements.

  • Conduct field investigations when needed; produce field reports with detailed sketches.

  • Coordinate with other disciplines and assist other engineers and/or designers to ensure an effective, quality product.

  • Keep up to date on new engineering processes, techniques, and standards.

  • Provide technical guidance to the design team.

  • Help engineer multi-vendor solutions that are fault resilient with integrations that span vendor platforms.

  • Also learn and execute all other control systems and instrumentation project activities as required, while building particular telecoms expertise.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills:

  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in engineering

  • 4 years related work experience

  • Total Minimum 3 years of experience in industry

  • Experience and working knowledge related to the design, configuration, installation, and testing some of the following systems: closed circuit television (CCTV), personnel access control, perimeter intrusion detection, public address/general alarm (PA/GA), wired and wireless network systems, telephony, digital radio, marine, or microwave systems.

  • Knowledge of, or eagerness to learn, cyber security implementation methods.

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills to present, design, plan, and to build relationships with customers and co-workers.

  • Industry experience in oil and gas, refining and/or petrochemical facilities

  • Experience managing suppliers

  • Knowledge of, or interest in Instrument calculation computer applications.

  • Experience working with other disciplines and understanding their interface requirements.

  • Knowledge of NEC, IEC , ISA, & IEEE standards, methods and practices.

Preferred Education & Skills:

  • PE or P.Eng. registration

  • Experience in a computer aided drawing package

  • Construction support experience

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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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.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering
  • Four years of related work experience
  • At least three years of industry experience
  • Experience designing, configuring, installing, and testing industrial telecommunications systems such as CCTV, access control, intrusion detection, PA/GA, networks, telephony, radio, marine, or microwave systems
  • Knowledge of or willingness to learn cybersecurity implementation methods
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Industry experience in oil and gas, refining, or petrochemical facilities
  • Experience managing suppliers
  • Knowledge of or interest in instrumentation calculation computer applications
  • Experience working with other engineering disciplines and understanding interface requirements
  • Knowledge of NEC, IEC, ISA, and IEEE standards, methods, and practices
  • PE or P.Eng. registration
  • Experience with a computer-aided drawing package
  • Construction support experience

KBR, Inc Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about KBR, Inc and has not been reviewed or approved by KBR, Inc.

  • Healthcare Strength Health coverage includes medical, dental, and vision plans, supplemented by life insurance, mental wellness resources, and a resilience program. Multiple plan options and added wellbeing tools bolster the core offering.
  • Retirement Support Retirement programs feature a 401(k) with employer matching contributions alongside additional savings options. An Employee Stock Purchase Plan complements long‑term financial benefits.
  • Flexible Benefits Work-life programs provide flexible schedules with options for part-time, remote, and “superflex” arrangements coordinated with managers. These flexible arrangements help tailor benefits to role and personal needs.

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What We Do

KBR, Inc. is an American engineering, procurement, and construction company, formerly a subsidiary of Halliburton.

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