Engineering Manager
KBR
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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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