KBR, Inc

Advanced Simulation Specialist

KBR, Inc$100K — $130K *
Energy & Utilities
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Advanced degree in Chemical Engineering preferred
  • 10+ years of advanced simulation experience in hydrocarbon/process industries
  • Strong collaboration skills in diverse technical teams
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities
  • Proven leadership and organizational skills
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Hands-on experience with advanced simulation tools (e.g., UniSim, HYSYS Dynamics, Aspen Plus)

Responsibilities

  • Perform dynamic and steady-state simulation studies for complex facilities
  • Support advanced studies like computational fluid dynamics and control applications
  • Plan and manage simulation activities for continuous improvement
  • Train and mentor junior engineers and simulation specialists
  • Interface with clients to ensure technical quality and satisfaction
  • Develop functional specifications and technical documentation
  • Support proposal and sales development efforts
  • Ensure project objectives are met regarding technical, schedule, and budgetary goals

Benefits

  • 401K plan with company match
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life and AD&D insurance
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Disability insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Flexible work schedules
  • Professional training and development opportunities
Full Job Description
Title:
Advanced Simulation Specialist

KBR is seeking an Advanced Simulation Specialist to join the process engineering team.

As an Advanced Simulation Specialist, you will lead and execute advanced simulation studies supporting the design, construction, and operation of large-scale facilities, including fertilizer, petrochemical, LNG, refining, and related process plants. You will work within a multidisciplinary project environment to perform dynamic simulation studies and to support other advanced engineering initiatives.

This role involves planning, organizing, and managing simulation activities while continuously improving tools, applications, and work processes. You will train and mentor engineers, collaborate closely with internal and external stakeholders, and ensure that customer expectations and project objectives are met. The position may also include contributions to functional specifications, sales and business development activities, and preparation of technical and cost estimates.

Functional job responsibilities will include but are not limited to:
  • Perform advanced dynamic and steady-state simulation studies for complex process facilities
  • Support other advanced engineering studies such as computational fluid dynamics, OTS support, and advanced control applications
  • Plan, organize, manage, and continuously improve simulation products, applications, and workflows
  • Train, mentor, and supervise junior engineers and simulation specialists
  • Interface with internal teams and external clients to ensure technical quality and customer satisfaction
  • Develop and review functional specifications and technical documentation
  • Support proposal development, sales efforts, and preparation of scope definitions, schedules, and estimates
  • Ensure projects meet or exceed defined technical, schedule, and financial objectives
  • Travel as required to support project and business needs


Required Education, Experience, & Skills:
  • Advanced degree in Chemical Engineering preferred
  • Minimum of 10 years of demonstrated experience in advanced simulation, preferably within the hydrocarbon or process industries
  • Strong ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary and diverse technical teams
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Proven planning, organizational, communication, and leadership abilities
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Hands-on experience with advanced simulation software such as:
    • UniSim
    • HYSYS Dynamics
    • Aspen Plus
    • Aspen Custom Modeler
    • PIPENET
    • PIPESIM
    • SPS
  • Experience with Operator Training Simulators (OTS) and other engineering simulation tools is a plus


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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.

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About KBR, Inc

KBR, Inc is an American engineering, procurement, and construction company headquartered in Houston, Texas. The company provides services to customers in the energy, chemical, and government sectors, among others. KBR has a global presence, with operations in over 40 countries. The company was founded in 1901 as M.W. Kellogg Company and has undergone several name changes and mergers since then. KBR is committed to delivering innovative and sustainable solutions to its customers while also being a responsible corporate citizen.
Learn more about KBR, Inc
Size
28,000 employees
Market Cap
$7.1 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$72 million
Founded
1919
5 Year Trend
+11.5%
Revenue
$5.7 billion
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