Advanced Simulation Specialist

KBR, Inc. • Houston, TX

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About The Position

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 seeking an Advanced Simulation Specialist to join the process engineering team. As an Advanced Simulation Specialist, you will lead and execute advanced simulation studies supporting the design, construction, and operation of large-scale facilities, including fertilizer, petrochemical, LNG, refining, and related process plants. You will work within a multidisciplinary project environment to perform dynamic simulation studies and to support other advanced engineering initiatives. This role involves planning, organizing, and managing simulation activities while continuously improving tools, applications, and work processes. You will train and mentor engineers, collaborate closely with internal and external stakeholders, and ensure that customer expectations and project objectives are met. The position may also include contributions to functional specifications, sales and business development activities, and preparation of technical and cost estimates.

Requirements

• Advanced degree in Chemical Engineering preferred
• Minimum of 10 years of demonstrated experience in advanced simulation, preferably within the hydrocarbon or process industries
• Strong ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary and diverse technical teams
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proven planning, organizational, communication, and leadership abilities
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Hands-on experience with advanced simulation software such as: UniSim HYSYS Dynamics Aspen Plus Aspen Custom Modeler PIPENET PIPESIM SPS
• Experience with Operator Training Simulators (OTS) and other engineering simulation tools is a plus

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced dynamic and steady-state simulation studies for complex process facilities
• Support other advanced engineering studies such as computational fluid dynamics, OTS support, and advanced control applications
• Plan, organize, manage, and continuously improve simulation products, applications, and workflows
• Train, mentor, and supervise junior engineers and simulation specialists
• Interface with internal teams and external clients to ensure technical quality and customer satisfaction
• Develop and review functional specifications and technical documentation
• Support proposal development, sales efforts, and preparation of scope definitions, schedules, and estimates
• Ensure projects meet or exceed defined technical, schedule, and financial objectives
• Travel as required to support project and business needs

Benefits

• 401K plan with company match
• medical
• dental
• vision
• life insurance
• AD&D
• flexible spending account
• disability
• paid time off
• flexible work schedule
• professional training and development

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior