KBR
Petrochemical
ProcessLeadEngineer
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“Process Lead Engineer at KBR. Skills: Petrochemical process design, FEED, Detailed Engineering. Lead FEED and Detailed Engineering activities. Coordinate FEED and Detailed Engineering activities”
What You'll Achieve.
Timely delivery of high-quality engineering deliverables
Industry & Context.
Willingness to travel, Relocate as per project requirements
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in chemical engineering, 15–20 years of relevant experience, At least 5-8 years in petrochemical units, Familiarity with leading licensors, Knowledge of process simulation tools
Nice to Have
Master's degree in chemical engineering
What You'll Do.
Lead FEED and Detailed Engineering activities
Coordinate FEED and Detailed Engineering activities
Liaise with technology licensors
Liaise with EPC contractors
Liaise with internal stakeholders
Develop material selection diagrams
Review material selection diagrams
Support risk assessments
Prepare engineering deliverables
Review engineering deliverables
Ensure compliance with codes
Ensure compliance with standards
Ensure compliance with client specifications
Provide input for cost estimation
Provide input for procurement strategies
Identify long-lead items
Monitor engineering progress
Resolve engineering issues
Participate in design reviews
Participate in model reviews
Participate in constructability assessments
Provide technical support during procurement
Provide technical support during fabrication
Provide technical support during construction
Provide technical support during commissioning
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Multidisciplinary teams; Technology licensors; EPC contractors
Communication Scope
Effective communication
Process & Methodology
Project milestones
Full Job Description
**Title:** Process Lead Engineer - Petrochemical 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. We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Process Engineer to lead and execute Front-End Engineering Design (FEED) and Detailed Engineering (DE) for new and revamp projects in petrochemical facilities. The candidate will have strong experience in both open-art and licensed process units such as olefins (steam cracking), aromatics (BTX), polymer units including LDPE, HDPE, polypropylene (PP), and butene/butene derivatives, along with hydrogen management systems, utilities, and tankage. The role involves close coordination with multidisciplinary teams, technology licensors, and EPC contractors to ensure technical integrity, compliance with project specifications, adherence to schedules, and timely delivery of high-quality engineering deliverables. **Responsibilities:** * Lead and coordinate FEED and Detailed Engineering activities for open‑art units as well as licensed units. * Liaise with technology licensors, EPC contractors, and internal stakeholders to ensure alignment of project scope and technical specifications. * Develop and review PFDs, P&IDs, HMBs, and material selection diagrams. * Support HAZID/HAZOP, SIL, and other risk assessments throughout the engineering phases. * Prepare and review engineering deliverables including data sheets, technical specifications, design calculations, and layout drawings. * Ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and client specifications (e.g., API, ASME, NFPA). * Provide input for cost estimation, procurement strategies, and long-lead item identification. * Monitor engineering progress against pr
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