Civil/Structural Designer

Location: Newark, Delaware

Time Type: Full time

Job Description

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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 seeking a Civil Structural Designer with 10+ years of industrial project experience to support the design and delivery of complex facilities. The successful candidate will independently develop high‑quality civil and structural design deliverables, coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, and support projects from concept through construction.

Functional job responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

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• Develop detailed civil, structural, and architectural drawings for industrial facilities (concrete, steel, foundations, equipment supports, pipe racks, platforms, buildings).

• Produce Issued for Construction (IFC) drawing packages in accordance with project specifications, codes, and standards.

• Prepare and maintain structural design calculations, material take‑offs, and design documentation.

• Develop construction specifications, scopes of work, and design deliverables supporting procurement and construction.

• Support field investigations, site walks, and condition assessments; develop repair plans and recommendations based on field findings.

• Coordinate design activities with civil, structural, mechanical, piping, electrical, and process disciplines.

• Interface with engineers, project managers, and clients to resolve technical issues and ensure constructability.

• Apply industry codes and standards (AISC, ACI, ASCE, OSHA, IBC, local codes) to design work.

• Support design reviews, model reviews, and drawing checks to ensure quality and compliance.

• Mentor junior designers and contribute to continuous improvement of design practices.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills:

• 10+ years of experience as a Civil Structural Designer in industrial environments (oil & gas, chemicals, power, manufacturing, LNG, hydrogen, or similar).

• Advanced proficiency with AutoCAD; experience with 3D design tools (e.g., SmartPlant, AVEVA E3D, Revit, Tekla) strongly preferred.

• Strong knowledge of steel and concrete design detailing, foundations, and industrial structures.

• Experience supporting projects through detailed design and construction phases.

• Ability to read and interpret engineering calculations, specifications, and vendor drawings.

• Strong understanding of constructability, field execution considerations, and safety requirements.

• Excellent communication skills and ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

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. We support career advancement through professional training and development.​

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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.