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Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 10, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 18, 2026.

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KBR

KBR is an engineering, science and technology company headquartered in Houston, Texas, delivering government services, defense and space mission support, process technology licensing and engineering for energy, chemicals and infrastructure projects. Listed on the New York Stock Exchange, it works across the United States, the United Kingdom, Australia and the Middle East, and in September 2025 announced the spin-off of its Mission Technology Solutions business into a separate public company. It hires process, piping, instrumentation, structural and HSE engineers, project and construction managers, logistics and commercial specialists, and finance, tax and IT staff.

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.

Click here to learn more: KBR Benefits

Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR

At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver - Together.

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.

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