Chief Technical Engineer

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 an experienced Civil & Structural Engineering professional to join our Chennai office as Chief Technical Engineer / Deputy Department Manager. The role will support the Department Manager in leading engineering execution, resource management, technical governance, and capability development across global Oil & Gas, LNG, Petrochemical, Refinery, Energy Transition, and Industrial Infrastructure projects.

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  Support the Department Manager in managing the Civil & Structural Engineering department.

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  Provide technical leadership for FEED, Detailed Engineering, EPC, and Brownfield projects.

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  Lead the analysis and design of concrete and steel structures, foundations, pipe racks, equipment support structures, and industrial facilities.

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  Review and approve critical engineering deliverables, calculations, specifications, and design reports.

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  Drive project delivery performance, quality, and schedule compliance.

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  Interface with clients, licensors, vendors, construction teams, and multidisciplinary engineering teams.

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  Lead recruitment, workforce planning, resource allocation, and employee development initiatives.

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  Mentor engineers and designers, fostering technical excellence and knowledge sharing.

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  Support proposal development, estimation, and business growth activities.

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  Ensure compliance with industry standards, client specifications, and KBR quality procedures.

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering (Master's Degree in Structural Engineering preferred).

• 25-30 years of experience in Civil & Structural Engineering, including leadership roles.

• Extensive experience in Oil & Gas, LNG, Refinery, Petrochemical, Fertilizer, and Industrial projects.

• Strong knowledge of ACI, AISC, ASCE, API, Eurocodes, and relevant international standards.

• Proficiency in STAAD.Pro, SACS, SAP2000, Foundation 3D, SAFE, ETABS, and related engineering software.

• Proven leadership, stakeholder management, and client-facing experience.

• Excellent communication, mentoring, and team management skills.