KBR
Principal Process Engineer
Houston, Texas
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- 3 Oct 2026
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Principal Process Engineer
KBR ISA (Integrated Solutions Americas) delivers integrated, end-to-end engineering, procurement, and construction management services to the refining, LNG, midstream, chemicals, petrochemicals, oil and gas, power, and industrial infrastructure sectors. Our focus spans proprietary technology, consulting, and energy transition to complete delivery of major capital projects and programs.
KBR is looking for a Principal Process Engineer to help support large capital projects.
Under general supervision, performs all conventional aspects of process engineering. The candidate should be able to work as part of a team or show leadership capabilities managing areas or systems within projects.
Functional job responsibilities will include but are not limited to:
Leading a team of process engineers to work with process licensors and to advance a licensor basic engineering package to FEED quality
Experience executing a licensor package for downstream steam cracker derivatives aromatics units.
Experience creating process simulations and Heat and Material Balances.
PFD development
Working and coordinating with high value engineering centers
Familiarity with and able to execute or lead a team of process engineers for
P&ID development
Hydraulics calculations
Process vessel sizing
Overpressure analysis and relief calculations including flare load estimation and flare header sizing
Production of process design basis documents and various narratives
Managing workgroup schedules, budgets and progress
Required Education, Experience, & Skills:
Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering Required, master’s degree in chemical engineering preferred
Minimum of eight (8) years’ experience and an average of 10 to 20 experience
Knowledge of Aspen software suites.
KBR Benefits
KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.
Click here to learn more: KBR Benefits
Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR
At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together.
KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
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