Control Systems Engineering (CSE) Lead

Location: Houston, Texas

Time Type: Full time

Job Description

Title:

Control Systems Engineering (CSE) Lead

At KBR, We Deliver.

KBR ISA (Integrated Solutions Americas) delivers integrated, end-to-end engineering, procurement, and construction management services to the refining, LNG, midstream, chemicals, petrochemicals, oil and gas, power, and industrial infrastructure sectors. Our focus spans proprietary technology, consulting, and energy transition to complete delivery of major capital projects and programs.

KBR is looking for a Control Systems Engineering (CSE) Lead who will be responsible for the technical and operation leadership of the process control system scope including DCS, telecommunications, instrumentation, and process analyzer for medium to large oil and gas, refining and petrochemical projects.

Functional job responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Drive projects in various stages, from development to execution, with an eye for managing cost, scope, schedule, and internal reporting requirements

• Use strong organizational savvy and relationship building skills to influence both internal and external resources

• Under broad direction, this individual has the responsibility, accountability, and authority to manage the execution of the engineering design in accordance with applicable specifications and standards to achieve project objectives

• Assures projects meet project objectives, including cost, schedule, and scope

• Ensures accurate cost budgeting, estimating, forecasting, and reporting of assigned projects

• Provides clear, accurate scopes of work and construction packages including documentation

• Analyzes and manages risks on projects

• Facilitates safety and constructability reviews

• Creates requisitions for engineered items and development of spare parts list

• Reports on cost (including forecasting) and schedule attainment

• Communicates and resolves technical and commercial issues as related to project objectives

• Successfully communicates with leadership, engineers, designers, document control, procurement, project controls, and all other departments

• Ensures all project documentation is completed

Required Education, Experience, & Skills:

• EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

• 10+ years of industrial oil & gas, refining, petrochemical, or heavy industries experience

• 5+ years of experience in technical control systems leadership

• Experience developing process control specifications and control system design

• Experience leading initiatives and managing suppliers

• Demonstrated experience in process control systems and network architectures: DCS, PLC, SIS, BMS

• Demonstrated experience in instrumentation

• Experience with electrical schematic drawings, logic diagrams, and panel schedules

• Knowledge of and exposure to telecoms, cyber security, and process analyzer engineering.

• Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to interact with team members, clients, and stakeholders.

• Problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to addressing project challenges.

• Attention to detail and the ability to ensure project documentation is accurate and up to date.

Preferred Education & Skills:

• PE or P.Eng.

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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