Title:

Chemical Engineering People Leader

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 Chemical Engineering People Leader, responsible for the management of the Wilmington Operations Center (WOC) Process Engineering Department. As a front-line leader in this position, with general autonomy, you will:

• be an integral member of the engineering leadership team at WOC, while being independently accountable for a large staff within the engineering organization

• set strategic and tactical direction with regard to policy/procedures, work force staffing, and budgeting for the Process Department.

• participate in decisions regarding the acquisition and execution of Engineering, Procurement & Construction Management (EPCm) contracts.

US citizenship or permanent resident is required

Functional job responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Continuing focus on and development of your Front-Line leader competencies including:

• Adapting to Change

• Creating Relationships

• Continuous Improvement

• Managing Work

• Guiding Team Success

• Customer Satisfaction

• Decision Making

• Accountable for all aspects of a diverse staff of engineers within WOC, including day-to-day operations and oversight of the department

• Setting strategic direction for the hiring and work force staffing within the WOC Process Engineering Department, including active management of staffing levels so that department personnel remain balanced and sustainable

• Holding regular employee performance conversations, including coaching, training, and developing discipline professionals

• Recruiting, on-boarding, and orientation of new Process Engineering Department personnel.

• Problem solving on the spot, developing fit for purpose solutions, and effectively meeting customer needs in real time

• Steward for the development and maintenance of Process Engineering Department procedures and policies for the KBR Global Process Engineering team, as well as the WOC Process Engineering Department.

• Facilitation of Process Engineering Department workshare with KBR’s global presence.

• Project technical supervision and approval of project work-hour estimates including documenting basis and risks.

• Overall technical quality of discipline deliverables, including project audits as part of the Quality Assurance plan.

• Assist in business development activities, including proposal development, for acquisition of new work.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelors degree in Chemical Engineering from an ABET accredited school required

• Certification as a Licensed/Chartered Professional Engineer strongly recommended

• Minimum of 8-10 years relevant experience, with an average of 20+ years. Proven experience and competency in the following areas:

• Technical and administrative capabilities in a Chemical/Process Engineering lead role for capital project execution, preferably in the industrial sector

• Leading a team of people, either in a project or department leadership role

• Being a team player and valued collaborator in a complex work environment

• Alignment with KBR Values:

• We Deliver

• We Value Our People

• We Are People of Integrity

• We Empower Our Employees

• We Lead By Example

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.​

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Inclusion and Diversity at KBR​

At KBR, we are passionate about our people, sustainability, 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 more inclusive and diverse company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment of real collaboration across cultures and locations. Our individual differences and perspectives bring enhanced value to our teams and help us develop solutions for the most challenging problems. We understand that by embracing those differences and working together, we are more innovative, more resilient, and safer. We Deliver – Together. ​

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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.