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KBRAssociate Mechanical Engineer
LocationHouston, Texas
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityEntry
ExperienceUp to 5 yrs
DepartmentEngineering
Company size10,000+ people
First seenSep 11, 2026 · 1mo ago
Verified live21h ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
0-5 years' experience in Mechanical Engineering
Ability to receive technical guidance from senior engineers
Software Experience with Office 365 (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio, TEAMs, SharePoint), Documentum, Autocad, and Adobe
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
Willingness to travel domestically or internationally a plus
Professional Engineer a plus
Exposure to programming (any language) a plus
Responsible for compliance with Safety, Health and Environmental plan; must be committed to a high standard of safety
Must be willing to report safety violations
Equal opportunity employer statement
Skills
PVElite
HTRI
Office 365
Excel
Word
PowerPoint
Visio
TEAMs
SharePoint
Documentum
Autocad
Adobe
Benefits
401(k)
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
Ad&d
Flexible spending account
Disability
Paid time off
Flexible work schedule
Professional training and development
Title:
Associate Mechanical Engineer
About the company
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.
About the role
KBR is looking for an entry level Mechanical Engineer that will contribute to the Mechanical Department by learning technical skills required for a mechanical engineer while assisting in providing valuable deliverables for our customers’ projects.
What to expect: In the Mechanical Department, you will gain practical experience to understand what a day in the life of a mechanical engineer looks like and perform tangible meaningful work to reinforce your skills as a mechanical engineer while making an impact on real world customers.
Functional job responsibilities will include but are not limited to:
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Responsible for compliance with Safety, Health and Environmental plan; must be committed to a high standard of safety and be willing and able to comply with all safety laws and all of the Company’s safety policies and rules and must be willing to report safety violations and potential safety violations to appropriate supervisory or management personnel
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Working with senior engineers to assist with
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Preparations of specifications, datasheets, technical requisitions and technical bid evaluations.
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Performing Design Calculations using PVElite and HTRI
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The application of pressure vessels (ASME), tanks (API), heat exchangers (ASME), and rotating equipment (API) including compressors, turbines, and pumps and auxiliary systems.
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Propose ideas, collaborate with the team, improve, and document/update the work process.
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Attend customer site meetings and field walk downs
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Crosstrain in other Engineering disciplines such as Environmental, Process Safety, and/or Furnaces
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Communicates and resolves technical issues as related to project assigned tasks
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Successfully communicates with leadership, engineers, designers, document control, and all other departments
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Ensures all project documentation for his/her own work is completed
Required Education, Experience, & Skills:
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Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
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0-5 years’ experience in Mechanical Engineering
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Ability to receive technical guidance from senior engineers
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Willingness to travel domestically or internationally a plus
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Software Experience with Office 365 (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio, TEAMs, SharePoint), Documentum, Autocad, and Adobe
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Professional Engineer a plus
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Exposure to programming (any language) a plus
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Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
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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.
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Attention to detail and the ability to ensure project documentation is accurate and up to date.
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.
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.
Legal
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.