Mechanical Engineer – Static Equipment

KBR, Inc.•Houston, TX

4d•Onsite

About The Position

KBR Technology is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer – Static Equipment to support projects and operational assets across the United States. Based in Houston, Texas, the role serves as a technical subject matter expert for the design, specification, evaluation, troubleshooting, and lifecycle support of static process equipment, primarily pressure vessels, heat exchangers, storage tanks, and related systems. The engineer works closely with engineering, operations, fabrication, and client teams to resolve technical challenges, support project execution, and ensure equipment reliability, safety, and compliance with industry standards. The role includes technical leadership, site-based troubleshooting, and direct interaction with clients, vendors, and other stakeholders. The engineer supports equipment through design and procurement as well as fabrication, inspection, testing, installation, commissioning, and startup. The position may lead mechanical engineering activities for smaller projects or manage a major segment of larger capital projects, while supporting cost, schedule, quality, and performance objectives. KBR Technology develops and licenses energy-efficient, cost-effective process technologies and provides engineering, procurement, and construction services to oil and gas and petrochemical clients. Its technology offerings include Ammonia and Fertilizer, Synthesis Gas/Syngas, Olefins, Coal Gasification, Refining, Hydrogen, and Organic Chemicals.

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 based on project requirements.
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 cost, schedule, quality, and performance objectives throughout project execution.