Control Systems Engineering People Leader

Control Systems Engineering People Leader

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 Control Systems Engineering People Leader, responsible for the management of the Wilmington Operations Center (WOC) Control Systems Engineering (CSE) Department. As a front-line leader in this position, with general autonomy, you will:

• Be an integral member of the engineering leadership team at WOC, while being independently accountable for a large staff of engineers and designers within the engineering organization
• Set strategic and tactical direction with regard to policy/procedures, work force staffing, and budgeting for the CSE Department.
• Participate in decisions regarding the acquisition and execution of Engineering, Procurement & Construction Management (EPCm) contracts.

Functional job responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Continuing focus on and development of your front-line leader competencies including:
• Adapting to Change: Including variable workload, applying innovative project execution strategies, and continuous improvement
• Creating Relationships: Across all engineering disciplines, functioning as a visible and engaged leader in the office, taking ownership within your sphere of influence to drive solutions
• Continuous Improvement: Focus on feedback and root cause analysis to relentlessly pursue improved workflows and results
• Managing Work: Through generating work proposals, directing and balancing work assignments, and positioning the office towards sustainable long-term growth
• Guiding Team Success: Through active oversight of teamwork products, technical oversight and mentorship
• Customer Satisfaction: Fostering a culture of service and value for our clients as a primary focus
• Decision Making: Strength through collaboration, ownership, and empowerment to align with leadership's long and near-term vision and goals
• Accountable for all aspects of a diverse staff of engineers within WOC, including day-to-day operations and oversight of the department
• Setting strategic direction for the hiring and work force staffing within the WOC CSE Department, including active management of staffing levels so that department personnel remain balanced and sustainable
• Holding regular employee performance conversations, including coaching, training, and developing discipline professionals
• Recruiting, on-boarding, and orientation of new Process Engineering Department personnel.
• Problem solving on the spot, developing fit for purpose solutions, and effectively meeting customer needs in real time
• Steward for the development and maintenance of CSE Department procedures and policies for the KBR Global CSE team, as well as the WOC CSE Department.
• Facilitation of CSE Department workshare with KBR's global presence.
• Project technical supervision and approval of project work-hour estimates including documenting basis and risks.
• Ensure overall technical quality of discipline deliverables, including project audits as part of the Quality Assurance plan.
• Assist in business development activities, including proposal development, for acquisition of new work.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, preferably Chemical or Electrical Engineering, from an ABET accredited school required
• Certification as a Licensed/Chartered Professional Engineer strongly preferred.
• Additional certifications in Process safety, machine safety and project management a plus
• Minimum of 10 years relevant experience, with an average of 20+ years. Proven experience and competency in the following areas:
• Technical and administrative capabilities in a CSE/Instrumentation/Telecoms Engineering lead role for capital project execution, preferably in the industrial sector
• Leading a team of people, either in project or department leadership roles
• Being a team player and valued collaborator in a complex work environment
• Alignment with KBR Values:
• We Deliver
• We Value Our People
• We Are People of Integrity
• We Empower Our Employees
• We Lead by Example

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.

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.