KBR

Petrochemical

ProcessLeadEngineer

₹23–35L ~AI est. Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

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The Brief

“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.

Petrochemical
Eligibility Requirements

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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