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KBR

Lead Machine Safety Engineer

KBR, Newark, Wisconsin, United States

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Lead Machine Safety Engineer KBR Sustainable Technology Solutions (STS) provides value‑added solutions across the entire asset life cycle, including licensed process technologies, advisory services, and design capabilities. KBR is seeking a Lead Machine Safety Engineer to function as the overall technical lead while developing a core team to execute all aspects of the Machine Safety life cycle in accordance with ISO 12100, ANSI B11.0, and other industry standards. Certified Machine Safety Expert (CMSE) and Functional Safety Engineer (FSE) certifications are required. The role also includes reliability, availability and maintenance modeling, lead mechanical engineering, and subject‑matter expertise in pressure vessels, machinery and material handling equipment.

Functional Responsibilities

Provide overall leadership to a multi‑discipline team that creates a vision and core values for a high‑performing team.

Develop multi‑discipline execution strategies for risk management projects under international standards such as ISO 12100 and ANSI B11.0.

Actively engage key clients while extending existing collaborative relationships into this new specialty design services arena.

Provide consultation to Engineering Leadership Team, KBR clients, and offices worldwide on an as‑needed basis.

Train and mentor early‑to‑mid career engineers in machine safety, risk assessments and RAM modeling when required.

Develop and manage machine safety risk program for office and KBR clients worldwide.

Act as subject‑matter expert (SME) for KBR worldwide.

Track machine risk assessment program with dashboards to inform office leadership and client overall program health.

Fulfill a dual role within the Mechanical department when requested to maintain a balanced workload between projects.

Required Education, Experience & Skills

Preferred Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering or related field.

10+ years of experience in EPC industry, with consideration for chemical site or project engineering backgrounds. Operations, maintenance and reliability experience is a plus.

Professional Engineering License (P.E.) is preferred.

Certification in Machine Safety from accredited organizations offering CMSS and CFSE certifications.

Working experience in core areas:

Equipment safety assessments

Risk assessments

Process safety

Working knowledge of other engineering disciplines and ability to coordinate with them to meet design requirements.

Ability to travel as needed to survey client sites.

Benefits KBR offers competitive lifestyle benefits which may include a 401(k) plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or a flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.

Decarbonization – Energy Transition – Sustainability KBR is committed to sustainability and zero‑harm culture, fostering an environment where everyone can belong, connect and grow. We deliver – together.

KBR Equal Opportunity Employer 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 or belief, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

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