Solid Handling Engineer – Pneumatic & Mechanical Conveying Systems

Newark, DE - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 19 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Title:

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.

Functional job responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

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:

Bachelors degree in mechanical engineering Chemical Engineering or related discipline
Masters degree preferred but not required
1015 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.

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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 teams 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.

Required Experience:

Title:Solid Handling Engineer Pneumatic & Mechanical Conveying SystemsKBR 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 do...