Senior Process Engineer (LNG, Team Lead)

KBR • Newark, DE

87d

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 highly experienced Senior Process Engineer with a strong background in Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) and large-scale capital project execution. This role is responsible for leading and mentoring a team of process engineers, driving technical excellence, and ensuring the successful delivery of process engineering scope across multi-billion-dollar LNG projects. The Senior Process Engineer serves as a key technical leader, supporting project development from early concept through detailed engineering, construction, and commissioning.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering or related field.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.
• 10+ years of process engineering experience, with at least 5 years in LNG design and operations.
• Proven experience leading engineering teams on large-scale (> $500MM) capital projects, preferably LNG liquefaction or regasification.
• Strong knowledge of process simulation tools (e.g., Aspen HYSYS, PRO/II).
• Demonstrated expertise in process safety and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a group of process engineers, providing technical direction, mentoring, and performance feedback.
• Coordinate workload distribution, resource planning, and staff development within the process engineering team.
• Foster collaboration across engineering disciplines to ensure integrated and optimized project solutions.
• Serve as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) in LNG liquefaction, regasification, storage, and associated utility systems.
• Oversee process simulations, heat & material balances, equipment sizing, and PFD/P&ID development.
• Review and approve key engineering deliverables, including process design packages, specifications, and datasheets.
• Provide guidance on process safety, operability, and reliability in design.
• Support project development through all phases, including feasibility studies, FEED, detailed engineering, and EPC execution.
• Interface with clients, licensors, and vendors to align on technical requirements and ensure compliance with project objectives.
• Lead technical risk assessments, HAZID, HAZOP, SIL studies, and other process safety reviews.
• Ensure deliverables meet schedule, budget, and quality requirements for large capital projects.
• Contribute to technology evaluations, value engineering, and optimization studies for LNG processes.
• Support business development efforts by providing technical input on proposals, estimates, and client presentations.
• Champion innovation and continuous improvement in process engineering practices.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree