Control Systems Engineering People Leader

KBR • Newark, DE

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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 looking for a Control Systems Engineering People Leader, responsible for the management of the Wilmington Operations Center (WOC) Control Systems Engineering (CSE) 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 of engineers and designers within the engineering organization set strategic and tactical direction with regard to policy/procedures, work force staffing, and budgeting for the CSE Department.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, preferably Chemical or Electrical Engineering, from an ABET accredited school required.
• Certification as a Licensed/Chartered Professional Engineer strongly preferred.
• Additional certifications in Process safety, machine safety and project management a plus.
• Minimum of 10 years relevant experience, with an average of 20+ years.
• Proven experience and competency in a CSE/Instrumentation/Telecoms Engineering lead role for capital project execution, preferably in the industrial sector.
• Leading a team of people, either in project or department leadership roles.
• Being a team player and valued collaborator in a complex work environment.

Responsibilities

• Participate in decisions regarding the acquisition and execution of Engineering, Procurement & Construction Management (EPCm) contracts.
• Continuing focus on and development of front-line leader competencies including adapting to change, creating relationships, continuous improvement, managing work, guiding team success, customer satisfaction, and decision making.
• Accountable for all aspects of a diverse staff of engineers within WOC, including day-to-day operations and oversight of the department.
• Set strategic direction for the hiring and work force staffing within the WOC CSE Department.
• Hold regular employee performance conversations, including coaching, training, and developing discipline professionals.
• Recruit, on-board, and orient new Process Engineering Department personnel.
• Problem solve on the spot, developing fit for purpose solutions, and effectively meeting customer needs in real time.
• Steward for the development and maintenance of CSE Department procedures and policies for the KBR Global CSE team.
• Facilitate CSE Department workshare with KBR's global presence.
• Project technical supervision and approval of project work-hour estimates including documenting basis and risks.
• Ensure 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.

Benefits

• 401K plan with company match
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D
• Flexible spending account
• Disability
• Paid time off
• Flexible work schedule
• Support for career advancement through professional training and development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree