KBR, Inc

Electrical Engineer

KBR, Inc$90K — $120K *
Energy & Utilities
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience leading electrical engineering teams in industrial projects, especially in chemical biofuel and refining sectors.
  • Strong technical background in Power System Analysis and Electrical Distribution Systems.
  • Proven ability to manage project schedules and understand multidisciplinary links.
  • Effective team communication and collaboration skills are essential.
  • Professional Engineering (P.E.) license preferred and strong familiarity with the National Electrical Code.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and mentor a team of electrical engineers and designers on industrial projects.
  • Plan and manage engineering activities within a diversified engineering program.
  • Conduct task analysis for engineering hours and track progress and value on projects.
  • Travel to clients for site surveys and meetings, potentially involving safety training and physical work in industrial environments.
  • Deliver quality checks on project outputs from less experienced team members.

Benefits

  • 401K plan with company match.
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
  • Life insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) coverage.
  • Flexible spending accounts and disability insurance.
  • Paid time off and flexible work schedule options.
  • Support for professional training and development.
Full Job Description
Title:
Electrical Engineer

KBR is seeking an Electrical Engineer to supervise and lead a group of engineers and provides technical direction over a group and is responsible for training, mentoring and/or quality checking project deliverables from less experienced team members. You will plan, budget, organize, and control an important segment of a very extensive and highly diversified engineering program or an entire engineering scope. You may also be responsible for a measurable asset such as an assigned staff and budget.

Functional job responsibilities will include but are not limited to:
  • Must have experience leading teams of electrical engineers and designers on projects for constructing new and renovated industrial facilities. Preferably for the chemical biofuel, biochemical and/or refining industries
  • Experience is required related to the development of task analysis for engineering and design hours; working with project schedules and understanding the links to the other project disciplines; and tracking earned value on the completed electrical engineering and design
  • Strong communication skills are required along with the ability to work in a team environment
  • The candidate must be able to travel to client operating plants for client meetings and surveys of existing operating facilities. Travel may be by car or plane, and the candidate must be physically able to walk around industrial facilities and perform field surveys. Access to client sites will require a drug screen and background check and may require additional safety training, where needed. PPE may be required for client sites.
  • Professional Engineering (P.E.) license is preferred.
  • Must be proficient on the following technical topics: Power System Analysis, Front End Engineering & Design, Medium Voltage and Low Voltage Distribution Systems, Motors, Generators, Transformers, Switchgear, VFDs, UPSs, Heat Tracing, Lighting, Hazardous Area Classifications, Lightning Protection, Electrical Schematics, Physical Design Drawings, and the National Electrical Code.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills:
  • College degree, preferably in fields related to Engineering or Construction.
  • 10+ years of experience required.
  • In lieu of formal education, 15 years of related experience.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Well versed in Microsoft suite of tools (Word, Excel, Power Point, Teams).


Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills:
  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or equivalent work experience
  • 15+ years of professional working experience


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
NASDAQ

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