Principal Technical Professional - Static at Kbr, Inc. in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India | Kablio

Role

Description

technical guidance

project scheduling

advanced engineering

team leadership

resource allocation

client coordination

Provides technical guidance to designers and less experienced engineers and is consulted extensively by associates and others with a high degree of reliance placed on scientific interpretations and advice.
Responsible for effectively meeting the Project schedules and able to suggest improvement methods for effective handling of Projects.
Under general supervision, independently applies advanced engineering techniques, makes decisions on engineering problems and methods, and represents the organization in conferences to resolve important questions or to negotiate with key Engineers and officials of other organizations.
Shall be able to lead a team of Engineers/Designers and to effectively communication/ work with other KBR Centers and Client; Willing to work as a Requisition Engineer as well if Project demands; Responsible for the hours estimate and hours allocation to the resources allocated to Project, based on the tasks and effective completion of the tasks within budgeted hours.

Requirements

epc

feed

asme

process equipment

heat exchangers

8+ years

Hands-on experience with FEED and EPC/EPCM activities including but not limited preparation of Material Requisition, Technical Specification, Design using ASME, API and other International Codes/ Standard, Mechanical Data Sheets, Supplier offer review, Technical Bid Evaluation, Vendor Documents Review and Interfaces with Inter disciplines as required. At least 8 years of experience in EPC is preferred. Experience in fabrication Industry is a plus.
Willing to travel globally and undertake short term assignments with other KBR offices/ client offices or with project site facility as needed to support projects.
Experience in PMC projects (a plus).
Good oral and written communication skills.
Subject matter expert in Process Equipment that includes but not limited to Pressure Vessels, Spheres, Storage Tanks, Process Columns, Column Internals, Reactors, Scrubbers, Unfired Heat Transfer equipment, Electric Heaters, Silos, Bins, Mounded Vessels, Pig Launchers and Receivers.
Experience in the mechanical design of heat exchangers (a plus).

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

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Visa Sponsorship

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Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

Founded in 1901

Century-long legacy

The company has an over-100-year history, tracing back to its origins in 1901.

S&P 400 Rank

Selective public index membership

Trades publicly on the NYSE and is part of the S&P 400 stock market index.

Multi-billion USD

Annual revenue scale

Generates annual revenues in the multi-billion dollar range across diverse markets.

Designs and builds complex facilities — from LNG plants and refineries to military bases and naval infrastructure.
Operates mission‑critical projects: NASA ISS payload operations, astronaut health research, JWST integration, space‑instrument R&D.
Offers full EPC and life‑cycle services: engineering, procurement, construction, logistics and proprietary tech licensing.
Supports defense and intelligence sectors with systems engineering, base‑operations, C5ISR, cyber, and mission planning.
Has completed landmark acquisitions (BE&K, Wyle, SGT, Centauri, Frazer‑Nash, LinQuest) to expand aerospace, gov‑tech and space capabilities.
Versatile footprint: tackling offshore oil‑&‑gas, chemical processing, sustainable energy and cutting‑edge digital transformation.

Culture + Values

We Deliver – uncompromising in our commitment to deliver innovative, high‑quality, technology‑led solutions and exceptional, sustainable value for all our stakeholders.
We Value Our People – creating work environments in which every member feels safe, supported, respected, trusted and valued, with opportunities to belong, connect and grow.
We Are People of Integrity – valuing honesty, trust, courage, fairness, prudence and tenacity; doing what’s right for the planet, communities and our people.
We Are a Team of Teams – valuing collective achievements over individual, powering operational excellence as ONE KBR.
We Empower – empowering people with shared purpose, the right tools and culture, trusting them as independent decision‑makers who own their work.

Environment + Sustainability

Carbon Neutrality in 2019

Achievement

The company achieved carbon neutrality for its operations and business travel, verified by an independent third party.

Net-Zero by 2030

Target

The company aims to reach net-zero carbon emissions across operations and business travel by 2030.

AAA ESG Rating

Recognition

Received an AAA rating from MSCI for exceptional management of environmental risks in 2023.

America’s Climate Leaders

Recognition

The company was recognized by USA Today as one of America’s Climate Leaders in 2023 for reducing its carbon footprint.

Integrated sustainability into Zero Harm safety culture via 10 key Sustainability Pillars aligned with UN SDGs.
Published 2019 Sustainability & Corporate Responsibility Report, measuring baseline and offsetting via wind farm and Plastic Bank credits.
Supports carbon‑recycling (e.g., engineering services for LanzaTech) and clean‑energy initiatives (e.g., UK Net Zero Innovation Portfolio and projects like Arafura rare‑earth net‑zero pathway).

Inclusion & Diversity

33% board female

Gender Diversity on Board

Increased representation of women on the board from 20% in 2019 to 33% in early 2020.

33% female leadership

Leadership Team Diversity

Expanded female representation in executive roles from 10% in 2019 to 33% in 2020.

Linked ESG achievements—such as diversity targets—to executive compensation starting in 2021.

Articles

KBR Careers

KBR LinkedIn

Role

Description

technical guidance

project scheduling

advanced engineering

team leadership

resource allocation

client coordination

Provides technical guidance to designers and less experienced engineers and is consulted extensively by associates and others with a high degree of reliance placed on scientific interpretations and advice.
Responsible for effectively meeting the Project schedules and able to suggest improvement methods for effective handling of Projects.
Under general supervision, independently applies advanced engineering techniques, makes decisions on engineering problems and methods, and represents the organization in conferences to resolve important questions or to negotiate with key Engineers and officials of other organizations.
Shall be able to lead a team of Engineers/Designers and to effectively communication/ work with other KBR Centers and Client; Willing to work as a Requisition Engineer as well if Project demands; Responsible for the hours estimate and hours allocation to the resources allocated to Project, based on the tasks and effective completion of the tasks within budgeted hours.

Requirements

epc

feed

asme

process equipment

heat exchangers

8+ years

Hands-on experience with FEED and EPC/EPCM activities including but not limited preparation of Material Requisition, Technical Specification, Design using ASME, API and other International Codes/ Standard, Mechanical Data Sheets, Supplier offer review, Technical Bid Evaluation, Vendor Documents Review and Interfaces with Inter disciplines as required. At least 8 years of experience in EPC is preferred. Experience in fabrication Industry is a plus.
Willing to travel globally and undertake short term assignments with other KBR offices/ client offices or with project site facility as needed to support projects.
Experience in PMC projects (a plus).
Good oral and written communication skills.
Subject matter expert in Process Equipment that includes but not limited to Pressure Vessels, Spheres, Storage Tanks, Process Columns, Column Internals, Reactors, Scrubbers, Unfired Heat Transfer equipment, Electric Heaters, Silos, Bins, Mounded Vessels, Pig Launchers and Receivers.
Experience in the mechanical design of heat exchangers (a plus).

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

Founded in 1901

Century-long legacy

The company has an over-100-year history, tracing back to its origins in 1901.

S&P 400 Rank

Selective public index membership

Trades publicly on the NYSE and is part of the S&P 400 stock market index.

Multi-billion USD

Annual revenue scale

Generates annual revenues in the multi-billion dollar range across diverse markets.

Designs and builds complex facilities — from LNG plants and refineries to military bases and naval infrastructure.
Operates mission‑critical projects: NASA ISS payload operations, astronaut health research, JWST integration, space‑instrument R&D.
Offers full EPC and life‑cycle services: engineering, procurement, construction, logistics and proprietary tech licensing.
Supports defense and intelligence sectors with systems engineering, base‑operations, C5ISR, cyber, and mission planning.
Has completed landmark acquisitions (BE&K, Wyle, SGT, Centauri, Frazer‑Nash, LinQuest) to expand aerospace, gov‑tech and space capabilities.
Versatile footprint: tackling offshore oil‑&‑gas, chemical processing, sustainable energy and cutting‑edge digital transformation.

Culture + Values

We Deliver – uncompromising in our commitment to deliver innovative, high‑quality, technology‑led solutions and exceptional, sustainable value for all our stakeholders.
We Value Our People – creating work environments in which every member feels safe, supported, respected, trusted and valued, with opportunities to belong, connect and grow.
We Are People of Integrity – valuing honesty, trust, courage, fairness, prudence and tenacity; doing what’s right for the planet, communities and our people.
We Are a Team of Teams – valuing collective achievements over individual, powering operational excellence as ONE KBR.
We Empower – empowering people with shared purpose, the right tools and culture, trusting them as independent decision‑makers who own their work.

Environment + Sustainability

Carbon Neutrality in 2019

Achievement

The company achieved carbon neutrality for its operations and business travel, verified by an independent third party.

Net-Zero by 2030

Target

The company aims to reach net-zero carbon emissions across operations and business travel by 2030.

AAA ESG Rating

Recognition

Received an AAA rating from MSCI for exceptional management of environmental risks in 2023.

America’s Climate Leaders

Recognition

The company was recognized by USA Today as one of America’s Climate Leaders in 2023 for reducing its carbon footprint.

Integrated sustainability into Zero Harm safety culture via 10 key Sustainability Pillars aligned with UN SDGs.
Published 2019 Sustainability & Corporate Responsibility Report, measuring baseline and offsetting via wind farm and Plastic Bank credits.
Supports carbon‑recycling (e.g., engineering services for LanzaTech) and clean‑energy initiatives (e.g., UK Net Zero Innovation Portfolio and projects like Arafura rare‑earth net‑zero pathway).

Inclusion & Diversity

33% board female

Gender Diversity on Board

Increased representation of women on the board from 20% in 2019 to 33% in early 2020.

33% female leadership

Leadership Team Diversity

Expanded female representation in executive roles from 10% in 2019 to 33% in 2020.

Linked ESG achievements—such as diversity targets—to executive compensation starting in 2021.

Articles

KBR Careers

KBR LinkedIn