Senior Technical Professional (LNG Project)

Title: Senior Technical Professional (LNG Project) 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 Senior Technical Professional to support a major LNG (Liquefied Natural Gas) project through engineering, construction, commissioning, and startup. This role serves as a key technical authority within the project organization, providing leadership, guidance, and problem-solving expertise across multiple disciplines to ensure safe, efficient, and successful project delivery.

The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in large-scale LNG, petrochemical, refinery, gas processing, or energy infrastructure projects and have a proven track record of resolving complex technical challenges while supporting construction execution and operational readiness.

Functional job responsibilities will include but are not limited to: Serve as a senior technical resource for the project, supporting engineering, construction, commissioning, and startup activities. Provide technical leadership and guidance on complex multidisciplinary issues affecting project execution.

Review and evaluate engineering deliverables, construction work packages, technical procedures, and commissioning plans. Support field engineering and construction teams in resolving technical issues and identifying practical solutions. Coordinate with engineering contractors, vendors, construction management, quality, and commissioning teams to ensure alignment with project objectives.

Lead technical reviews, constructability assessments, risk evaluations, and value-improvement initiatives. Assist in the management of Requests for Information (RFIs), technical clarifications, engineering changes, and field modifications. Participate in design reviews and ensure technical compliance with project specifications, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.

Support development of project execution strategies, system turnover plans, and startup readiness activities. Evaluate lessons learned and implement continuous improvement initiatives across the project. Mentor junior engineers, field engineers, and technical personnel.

Support project leadership by providing technical recommendations, risk assessments, and decision-making input. Promote a strong safety culture and ensure technical activities align with project HSE objectives. Required Education, Experience, & Skills: Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline OR equivalent construction experience.

Minimum 15 years of experience in engineering, construction, technical services, or project execution within the LNG, petrochemical, refinery, gas processing, or energy industries. Demonstrated experience supporting large capital projects through engineering, construction, commissioning, and startup phases.

Broad understanding of: LNG process facilities Mechanical systems Piping systems Electrical and instrumentation systems Construction execution Quality assurance and quality control Mechanical completion and turnover Commissioning and startup processes Strong technical problem-solving and analytical capabilities.

Experience working within EPC, EPCM, or owner-led project environments. Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills. Proven ability to influence project outcomes through technical leadership and collaboration. Preferred Qualifications Direct LNG project experience strongly preferred.

Professional Engineer (PE) license or equivalent professional certification. Experience supporting greenfield LNG export terminals, liquefaction facilities, or regasification terminals. Expertise in one or more technical disciplines, including process, mechanical, piping, electrical, instrumentation, commissioning, or construction management.

Experience on large-scale projects exceeding $1 billion in total installed cost. Familiarity with Advanced Work Packaging (AWP), WorkFace Planning (WFP), and system turnover methodologies. Previous experience in owner's representative, technical authority, lead engineer, or technical advisory roles.

Decarbonization – Energy Transition – Sustainability 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.

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