Total 2 Manager level Engineering job vacancies in Leatherhead

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KBR’s global business comprises two main segments – Sustainable Technology Solutions (STS) and Government Solutions (GS). This role sits within STS in the Integrated Solutions business unit. Integrated Solutions is the engineering and project delivery group providing services which include front-end and detailed engineering, procurement, construction services, and program management primarily in the hydrocarbons and energy transition industries.

KBR Consulting International draws on a heritage of over thirty-five years specialising in the front-end phases of engineering projects from pre-feasibility, up to and including preliminary Front End Engineering Design (FEED) phases. In addition, we undertake small FEEDs as well as providing specialist consultancy to later through to phases of projects. The front-end nature of the work means that we are often involved in developments in areas and technologies new to the engineering industry.

With clients ranging from large internationals to smaller independent companies, we are currently heavily involved globally in the transition from oil and gas to other sources of energy including hydrogen and ammonia, decarbonisation, production of bio-fuels and the move towards minimal manning of offshore production facilities. Other projects include strategy / master plan development (‘Decisioneering’ process), financial modelling, product & energy optimisation, maximising asset performance and petrochemical integration. 

Over the years, KBR has provided support for some of the largest industry capital investments in modern times. Moreover, KBR has acted as lender’s advisor on well over 200 projects for a broad range of clients and financial institutions across many sectors including upstream and downstream oil and gas, speciality chemicals, mining, biofuels, pulp and paper, power, and general infrastructure.

The process engineering team is at the heart of the design of the project using their technical expertise and problem solving skills to find optimum technical solutions, whilst working alongside other engineering disciplines to ensure a robust, economic and safe design.

Opportunities within Process Engineering for Consulting International

We attract the best minds in the world because our expertise thrives on creativity, resourcefulness and collaboration. That is how we supply our clients with cutting-edge solutions and services. At KBR, we respect and value the diversity of our people. We know that the cultures, ethnicities, religious backgrounds and gender identities that make us who we are as individuals, also make us a better, more socially sustainable company. 

In addition to competitive benefits and professional development, our people are empowered to use all their potential, creating meaningful change for themselves and our clients. 

We are growing our engineering team and are looking for enthusiastic, self-motivated people with a desire to learn and grow their experience.   

Working as part of KBR Consulting international will offer you an opportunity to part of a global, diverse, service orientated organisation.  

You will work as part of small project teams developing concept and early project definition in the Oil and Gas, Refining, Petrochemicals, Renewables and Energy Transition Sectors.   

As a Project Manager / Lead Process Engineer you will:

• Manage the execution of studies.
• Provide technical guidance and expertise during study execution.
• Ensure the delivery of required project documents of high quality and in line with the required schedule.
• Interface with client technical staff to develop and present outcomes and to discuss technical issues. 
• Travel to client sites or offices may be required.
• Guide and supervise junior engineers.
• Lead, or be part of, project and study teams, according to the work scope; and
• Support business development through technical input into proposals.

We provide challenging opportunities for our engineers on projects and help them develop technical and leadership skills.   

Our aim is to support and invest in the engineer to help them gain a wide range of experience in the many different aspects of consultancy and process design so that they can have a varied and stimulating career. 

Working at KBR means being rewarded for your contributions. In addition to competitive compensation programs focused on total rewards, we provide employees with everything they need for success, including on-the-job training and professional development for continued growth. 

Requirements/Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master’s degree in chemical engineering or similar.
• A relevant number of years of process engineering experience gained in one or more of the industry sectors below:
  • Upstream Oil and Gas
  • Oil Refining
  • Petrochemicals
  • Renewables
  • Energy Transition
• Experience may be Consultancy, Design office or Operating Company environments.  Some significant experience in a front-end Process Design environment is preferred.
• Strong organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

KBR COMPANY INFORMATION

When you become part of the KBR team, your opportunities are endless. Through collaboration with our customers, we’re defining tomorrow’s challenges, then providing the solutions and services to overcome those challenges, always maintaining our commitment to total safety and reliability.

At KBR, we partner with government and industry clients to provide purposeful and comprehensive solutions with an emphasis on efficiency and safety. With a full portfolio of services, proprietary technologies and expertise, our employees are ready to handle projects and missions throughout their entire lifecycle, from planning and design to sustainability and maintenance. Whether at the bottom of the ocean or in outer space, our clients trust us to deliver the impossible on a daily basis.

Working at KBR means being rewarded for your contributions. In addition to competitive benefits and professional development, our people are empowered to use all their potential, creating meaningful change for themselves and our clients. We attract the best minds in the world because our expertise thrives on creativity, resourcefulness and collaboration. That is how we supply our clients with cutting-edge solutions and services.
 

As the needs of the world change, we’re ready to respond and guide the way forward with strategic, sustainable, and technological advancements grounded in more than a century of practical application and execution.

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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Position Description

KBR’s global business comprises two main segments – Sustainable Technology Solutions (STS) and Government Solutions (GS). This role sits within STS in the Integrated Solutions business unit and is a key leadership role within KBR Engineering Operations.

KBR is looking for a Discipline Manager - Process Engineering.

The applicant should have wide ranging and extensive experience with an emphasis on excellence in team leadership. You will be responsible for managing the process engineering team, recruitment and ensuring projects are supported with resources, managing personnel and supporting projects.   The applicant must have and maintain an understanding of the latest technologies and market developments to ensure best practices are implemented throughout projects.

The position is based in KBR’s Leatherhead Campus.

Key Functions

• Responsible for all aspects of engineering activities undertaken in process engineering on proposals, projects and developments.
• Coordinates with other Discipline Department Managers to integrate technology activities with those of other technologies to meet company goals.
• Monitors and adjusts levels of personnel, levels of skills, and development of skills in the technology.
• Implements technology development and training plans for continuous improvement of project execution consistent with company goals.
• Implements project quality control procedures in his/her technology area.

Relationships

• Engineering Director
• Reports to the Director of Engineering for process engineering group support.
• Project Engineering Managers
• Coordinates directly Project Engineering Managers on staffing requirements and conduct technical audits.

Responsibilities

Managing a team of process engineers, you will advise, and contribute to the following:

• Providing technology staff for projects and proposals and ensures that adequate personnel resources are available.
• Ensuring adherence to project quality control procedures and approves key documents as required.
• Approving specific design methods and tools to be used on projects.
• Selecting new personnel and develops individuals through direction, counseling, training and selection for specific project activities.
• Maintaining awareness within the organization of developing technologies and related services outside the company and, where appropriate, prepares evaluations and recommendations for their application on projects.
• Ensuring the continued development and application of KBR technology, execution methods and procedures for projects.
• Approving project designs involving state-of-the-art, one-of-a-kind concepts, for severe service or complex technical matters and makes technical policy decisions within his/her technology area.
• Engaging with professional organisations to support personnel and maintain knowledge of developing technologies

Skills / Experience:

Essential

• Experience communicating across a multi-discipline team and across different offices.
• Have an understanding of project safety requirements, international standards and implications on design.
• Have a good understanding of process control and implementation in design.
• Developing presentations and experience communicating with clients, personnel and professional institutions.
• Must be able to drive quality within the process team and ensure high standards are met.
• Experience of delivery on conceptual, pre-FEED, FEED and/or EPC projects.

Desirable

• Experience managing a large team and understanding how to manage personnel.
• Experience training/mentoring younger engineers either informally or through a formal training scheme.

Qualifications:

• BSc degree in Chemical Engineering or equivalent
• a relevant number of years' working with a major EPC contractor or operator.

KBR Company Information

When you become part of the KBR team, your opportunities are endless. Through collaboration with our customers, we’re defining tomorrow’s challenges, then providing the solutions and services to overcome those challenges, always maintaining our commitment to total safety and reliability.

At KBR, we partner with government and industry clients to provide purposeful and comprehensive solutions with an emphasis on efficiency and safety. With a full portfolio of services, proprietary technologies and expertise, our employees are ready to handle projects and missions throughout their entire lifecycle, from planning and design to sustainability and maintenance. Whether at the bottom of the ocean or in outer space, our clients trust us to deliver the impossible on a daily basis.

Working at KBR means being rewarded for your contributions. In addition to competitive benefits and professional development, our people are empowered to use all their potential, creating meaningful change for themselves and our clients. We attract the best minds in the world because our expertise thrives on creativity, resourcefulness and collaboration. That is how we supply our clients with cutting-edge solutions and services.
 

As the needs of the world change, we’re ready to respond and guide the way forward with strategic, sustainable, and technological advancements grounded in more than a century of practical application and execution.

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.