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KBR Careers lists this Solid Handling Engineer – Pneumatic & Mechanical Conveying Systems opportunity in fox woods, Delaware. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Solid Handling Engineer - Pneumatic & Mechanical Conveying Systems
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 looking for a Solid Handling Engineer - Pneumatic & Mechanical Conveying Systems with the responsibility for the engineering, design, specification, and evaluation of bulk material handling systems, including pneumatic conveying systems and traditional mechanical conveying equipment such as belt conveyors, screw conveyors, bucket elevators, and feeders. The role requires hands-on experience in developing General Arrangement (GA) drawings, equipment datasheets, technical requisitions, bid evaluations, and supporting projects from concept through detailed engineering and commissioning.
Engineering & Design
Design and engineer pneumatic conveying systems (dense phase, dilute phase, vacuum and pressure systems) for powders, granules, and pellets
Design and engineering mechanical conveying systems, including: Belt conveyors
Screw conveyors
Bucket elevators
Weigh belt feeders and rotary valves
Reclaimer, Stacker, Truck/Railcar loading unloading system
Perform material flow and capacity calculations, pressure drop calculations, and equipment sizing
Develop process flow diagrams (PFDs) and piping & instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs) related to bulk solids handling
Layout & Drawings
Develop and review General Arrangement (GA) drawings and layouts
Coordinate equipment layouts considering maintenance access, safety, constructability, and operability
Interface with drafting/design teams to ensure drawings meet project requirements
Specifications & Procurement
Prepare equipment datasheets for bulk material handling equipment
Develop technical requisitions and bid packages for vendors
Perform technical bid evaluations and vendor comparisons
Participate in vendor meetings, clarifications, and design reviews
Project Support
Support projects through FEED, detailed engineering, and execution phases
Coordinate with process, mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and civil disciplines
Provide engineering support during fabrication, installation, commissioning, and startup
Review vendor drawings and documents for compliance with project specifications
Safety & Standards
Ensure designs comply with applicable codes and standards (CEMA, ASME, NFPA, OSHA, ATEX where applicable)
Incorporate dust control, explosion protection, and safety interlocks in system design
Participate in HAZOP / safety reviews related to solids handling systems
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related discipline
Master’s degree preferred but not required
10–15+ years of experience in bulk solids handling engineering
Strong experience with: Pneumatic conveying systems
Belt conveyor and mechanical conveying systems
Proven ability to independently develop: GA drawings
Equipment datasheets
Technical requisitions
Bid evaluations
Solid understanding of bulk material properties and flow behavior
Experience with conveyor sizing and pneumatic conveying calculations
Proficiency in AutoCAD (or similar CAD tools)
Familiarity with vendor equipment and industry suppliers
Strong documentation and technical writing skills
Preferred Qualifications
Professional Engineer (PE) license
Experience in industries such as: Chemicals
Minerals & mining
Cement Power or bulk materials processing
Experience with dust collection systems, bag filters, cyclones, and scrubbers
Experience with closed-loop or inert gas pneumatic conveying systems
Decarbonization - Energy Transition - Sustainability
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.
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.
KBR - Delivering Solutions, Changing the World. KBR brings together the best and brightest to deliver science, technology and engineering solutions that help governments and companies around the world accomplish their most critical missions and objectives. In everything we do, we are guided by our ONE KBR Values: We Value Our People – We create diverse, inclusive environments in which each person can feel safe, respected and valued, and where everyone has opportunities to grow and reach their full potential. We Deliver – We are uncompromising in our commitment to deliver innovative, high-quality, technology-led solutions for our customers and exceptional, sustainable value for all our stakeholders. We Are People of Integrity – We value honesty, trust, courage, fairness, prudence and tenacity. We believe doing what’s right for the planet, the communities where we work, and our people is good for business. We Empower – We empower our people with a shared purpose, the right tools and the supportive culture they need to be proactive decision-makers, to be adaptive to change, and to succeed. We Are a Team of Teams – We have a will to succeed, but we value the achievements of our team of teams over individual accomplishments. Our collective focus makes us a better, stronger, more effective company. We have also embedded environmental, social and governance (ESG) principles in every business operation and corporate function. Not only are we committed to operating safely, sustainably and equitably, but we are also committed to using our capabilities and expertise to help our customers accomplish their sustainability goals. Worldwide, KBR employs a diverse workforce approximately 29,000 people strong, with customers in more than 80 countries and operations in 40 countries. At KBR, We Deliver.
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