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Mechanical Engineer- Static EquipmentJob Title
Mechanical Engineer- Static Equipment
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KBR’s history is built on the pioneers that set the standard across a variety of industries over the last century. Today, we continue that legacy by developing groundbreaking solutions for government and industry clients. We deliver science, technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world Our team comprise approximately 29,000 people globally, with customers in more than 80 countries and operations in 40 countries.
KBR is proud to work with its customers across the globe to provide technology, value-added services, and long- term operations and maintenance services to ensure consistent delivery with predictable results. At KBR, We Deliver
Responsibilities:
- Under general supervision, independently applies advanced engineering techniques, makes decisions on engineering problems and methods, and represents the organization in conferences to resolve important questions or to negotiate with key Engineers and officials of other organizations.
- Subject matter expert in Process Equipment that includes but not limited to Pressure Vessels, Spheres, Storage Tanks, Process Columns, Column Internals, Reactors, Scrubbers, Unfired Heat Transfer equipment, Electric Heaters, Silos, Bins, Mounded Vessels, Pig Launchers and Receivers.
- Provides technical guidance to designers and less experienced engineers and is consulted extensively by associates and others with a high degree of reliance placed on scientific interpretations and advice.
- Job role is responsible for a measurable asset such as an assigned staff and budget.
- Willing to travel globally and undertake short term assignments with other KBR offices/ client offices or with project site facility as needed to support projects.
- Responsible for effectively meeting the Project schedules and able to suggest improvement methods for effective handling of Projects.
Qualifications including Required Education, Experience, & Skills:
Skills are typically acquired through a graduation in Mechanical or allied Engineering with a minimum of 12 years of demonstrated experience and average experience ranging from 16 – 20 years.
- Hands-on experience with FEED and EPC/EPCM activities including but not limited preparation of Material Requisition, Technical Specification, Design using ASME, API and other International Codes/ Standard, Mechanical Data Sheets, Supplier offer review, Technical Bid Evaluation, Vendor Documents Review and Interfaces with Inter disciplines as required. At least 8 years of experience in EPC is preferred. Experience in fabrication Industry is a plus.
- Experience in PMC projects (a plus).
- Experience in the mechanical design of heat exchangers (a plus).
- Shall be able to lead a team of Engineers/Designers and to effectively communication/ work with other KBR Centers and Client; Willing to work as a Requisition Engineer as well if Project demands; Responsible for the hours estimate and hours allocation to the resources allocated to Project, based on the tasks and effective completion of the tasks within budgeted hours.
- Good oral and written communication skills.
- Good attitude and able to work as a team player resolving all conflicts that may arise.
- Worked with process equipment in the shop or field (a plus).
- Participation in the inspection of equipment at shop or field (a plus).
- Experience in material selection per process requirements in compliance with various national and international codes and standards.
- Expertise in software used in the design of pressure vessels such as DISASU, PVElite and/or COMPRESS.
- Expertise in software used in design of storage tanks such as AMETANK.
- Good knowledge of NACE compliance and lethal service requirements.
- Working Knowledge of FEA using software like ANSYS, Nozzle Pro etc (a plus).
- Exposure to European codes for process and storage equipment (a plus).
- Working knowledge of wind and seismic analysis using various National and International codes, standards and case studies.
- Working knowledge on re-rating of process equipment, repair and re-qualification of fabricated equipment.
- Knowledge of NDT requirement, code stamping and WPS /PQR preferred.
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Skills Required
- Graduation in Mechanical Engineering or an allied engineering discipline
- Minimum 12 years of demonstrated experience; typical experience range of 16–20 years
- Hands-on FEED and EPC/EPCM experience
- Experience preparing material requisitions, technical specifications, mechanical data sheets, supplier offer reviews, technical bid evaluations, and vendor document reviews
- Design experience using ASME, API, and other international codes and standards
- At least 8 years of EPC experience
- PMC project experience
- Mechanical design experience with heat exchangers
- Ability to lead engineers and designers and coordinate with other offices and clients
- Ability to work as a Requisition Engineer when required
- Experience estimating and allocating project hours within budget
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Teamwork skills and ability to resolve conflicts
- Process equipment experience in shop or field
- Participation in shop or field equipment inspections
- Material selection based on process requirements and applicable codes and standards
- Expertise with pressure-vessel design software such as DISASU, PVElite, or COMPRESS
- Expertise with storage-tank design software such as AMETANK
- Knowledge of NACE compliance and lethal-service requirements
- Working knowledge of FEA using ANSYS, Nozzle Pro, or similar software
- Exposure to European codes for process and storage equipment
- Working knowledge of wind and seismic analysis using national and international codes
- Working knowledge of process equipment re-rating, repair, and re-qualification
- Knowledge of NDT requirements, code stamping, and WPS/PQR
- Willingness to travel globally and undertake short-term assignments
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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.
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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.
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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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