Mechanical Engineer – Static Equipment

KBR•Houston, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

KBR Technology develops and licenses energy-efficient, cost-effective process technologies for global oil and gas and petrochemical companies, and provides engineering, procurement, and construction services. Its technologies and equipment serve industries including ammonia and fertilizer, synthesis gas, olefins, coal gasification, refining, hydrogen, and organic chemicals. KBR is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer – Static Equipment to support projects and operational assets across the United States. Based in Houston, Texas, this role is a technical subject matter expert responsible for the design, specification, evaluation, troubleshooting, and lifecycle support of static process equipment, especially pressure vessels, heat exchangers, and storage tanks. The engineer works with engineering, operations, fabrication, and client teams to address technical challenges and support project execution while maintaining equipment reliability, safety, and compliance with industry standards. The position provides technical leadership, site-based troubleshooting, and direct interaction with clients, vendors, and other stakeholders. It also supports equipment fabrication, inspection, testing, installation, commissioning, and startup; leads engineering work on smaller projects or major segments of larger capital projects; and contributes to project cost, schedule, quality, and performance objectives. Travel to project and operating sites is required, with global travel of up to 30% and occasional extended assignments. The role requires flexibility to work across global time zones. KBR offers benefits that could include a 401(k) plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, paid time off, or a flexible work schedule. The company also supports career advancement through professional training and development. KBR describes its culture as centered on people, a Zero Harm culture, and an environment where employees can belong, connect, and grow.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited institution.
10–15 years of progressive mechanical engineering experience supporting industrial, petrochemical, refining, chemical, energy, or manufacturing facilities.
Demonstrated expertise in the design, analysis, specification, and troubleshooting of pressure vessels, heat exchangers, and other static process equipment.
Experience supporting field operations, plant troubleshooting, and site-based engineering activities.
Ability to interface effectively with clients, vendors, fabricators, and multidisciplinary project teams.
Strong understanding of applicable industry codes and standards, including ASME Section VIII and API standards related to static equipment.
Experience reviewing vendor documentation and supporting procurement and fabrication activities.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to travel to project and operating sites as required, including globally up to 30% of the time and occasional extended assignments.
Flexibility to work across global time zones and collaborate with international teams.
Strong technical knowledge of static equipment design and mechanical integrity principles.
Ability to independently evaluate complex engineering issues and develop practical solutions.
Sound engineering judgment and problem-solving capabilities.
Effective project planning, organization, and coordination skills.
Ability to balance technical requirements, operational needs, safety considerations, and project objectives.
Strong commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence.

Nice To Haves

Professional Engineer (PE) license or Chartered Engineer certification.
Experience working for EPC organizations, owner/operators, equipment manufacturers, fabricators, or technology licensors.
Background supporting equipment fabrication, manufacturing, inspection, or shop operations.
Experience with brownfield projects, asset integrity programs, and reliability improvements.
Proven experience leading engineering teams or serving as a discipline lead.
Experience in construction, commissioning, or industrial project site environments.
Experience in fabrication, manufacturing, or shop operations.
Experience in technology, engineering, or industrial services organizations.

Responsibilities

Design, specify, evaluate, and troubleshoot static equipment, including pressure vessels, shell-and-tube heat exchangers, air coolers, fired heaters, atmospheric storage tanks, packaged equipment, utility systems, and material handling and solids processing equipment.
Develop equipment datasheets, specifications, technical requisitions, bid evaluations, and purchase recommendations.
Review and approve vendor drawings, calculations, fabrication documents, and technical submittals.
Provide technical support during fabrication, inspection, testing, installation, commissioning, and startup.
Visit operating facilities to troubleshoot equipment issues, identify root causes, and recommend corrective actions.
Interface with clients, operations teams, vendors, licensors, and project stakeholders to resolve technical challenges and support project objectives.
Perform fitness-for-service assessments, equipment evaluations, and reliability improvements as required.
Ensure designs comply with applicable industry codes, standards, and client requirements.
Support multidisciplinary engineering teams and coordinate with process, piping, structural, and project engineering personnel.
Mentor and provide technical guidance to designers and less experienced engineers.
Lead mechanical engineering activities for smaller projects or manage a major segment of larger capital projects.
Support project cost, schedule, quality, and performance objectives throughout execution.