Engineering Manager

KBR, Inc.


Date: 2 weeks ago
City: Abu Dhabi
Contract type: Full time
Title

Engineering Manager

"Belong, Connect, Grow, with KBR !

The KBR team of teams delivers future-forward science, technology and engineering solutions and mission-critical services that help governments and companies around the world accomplish their most important objectives, while also helping achieve their sustainability goals.

KBR Sustainable Technology Solutions 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 and engineering capabilities, and smart solutions to optimize planned and operating assets."

Job Description: Engineering Manager

Title: Engineering Manager

Company: KBR Corporate – Inhouse Engineering

Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE — KBR Office

Job Purpose

  • Provide strategic leadership and overall execution oversight for FEED and Detail Engineering projects in the Oil & Gas sector.
  • Drive technical excellence, governance, and delivery quality across multiple engineering disciplines.
  • Align engineering activities with project objectives, schedule, and budget; ensure compliance with codes, standards, and HSE requirements.
  • Mentor senior engineers, build high-performance teams, and promote best practices in engineering design, safety, and risk management.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead multidisciplinary engineering teams (process, mechanical, piping, civil, structural, instrumentation, electrical) across FEED and detail phases.
  • Establish technical standards, design bases, and reference architectures; approve key engineering deliverables and technical decisions.
  • Oversee scope management, manpower planning, scheduling, and cost control for engineering activities.
  • Implement robust QA/QC processes, document control, and change management practices (MOC/Change Requests).
  • Manage interfaces with clients, vendors, and internal stakeholders; ensure timely issue resolution and risk mitigation.
  • Ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards (e.g., ASME, API, ISO, NFPA, IEC where relevant) and project-specific requirements.
  • Review and approve drawings, datasheets, specifications, models, and calculations; monitor design integrity throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives, technology adoption, and standardization across projects.
  • Support procurement, construction, commissioning, and start-up activities as needed; contribute to as-built documentation.
  • Develop and manage execution plans, man-hour estimates, and budgets for the engineering scope.
  • Lead talent development, performance reviews, and succession planning for the engineering organization.
  • Stay current with industry trends, tools, and best practices; champion innovation and value-added solutions.

Experience

  • Experience: 20+ years of experience in FEED and Detail Engineering and EPCM experience in the Oil & Gas industry.
  • ADNOC EPC/PMC experience are highly preferred
  • Demonstrated track record delivering large-scale FEED/detail projects and effective engineering leadership.

Qualifications

  • Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering in a related field.
  • Professional memberships or certifications (e.g., PE, Chartered Engineer) are a plus.
  • Advanced certifications in project/engineering management, HSE, or discipline-specific areas are advantageous.

Technical Skills

  • Strong leadership in FEED/Detail engineering and project delivery.
  • Proficiency with multi-discipline design tools and workflows; experience in piping, process, mechanical, and electrical interfaces.
  • Familiarity with MOC/Change control, document control, and QA/QC standards.
  • Knowledge of codes and standards relevant to oil & gas projects (ASME, API, ISO, NFPA, etc.).
  • Experience with scheduling, cost control, and earned value management at the project level.
  • Ability to review complex engineering deliverables, perform risk assessments, and drive issue resolution.
  • Excellent analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving abilities.

What We Offer

  • Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
  • Engaging and collaborative work environment with a commitment to safety and sustainability.

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