Title: Lead Engineer - Metallurgy "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: Lead Metallurgy Engineer Title: Lead Metallurgy Engineer Company: KBR Corporate – Inhouse Engineering Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE — KBR Office Job Purpose + Provide strategic metallurgical leadership for FEED and Detail Engineering projects in the Oil & Gas sector. + Develop and supervise metallurgical design bases, material selection, corrosion control strategies, and materials data sheets to ensure safe, reliable, and cost-effective solutions. + Lead material integrity programs, failure analysis, and interfaces with process, mechanical, and reliability teams. + Mentor engineers, drive quality and schedule adherence, and ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and regulatory requirements. Key Responsibilities + Lead the selection and specification of materials for process equipment, piping, structures, and components exposed to corrosive environments and high-temperature service. + Develop and review metallurgical design basis, material specs, data sheets, damage mechanisms (corrosion, erosion, fatigue, creep), and repair strategies. + Conduct and supervise metallurgical analyses (corrosion rate assessments, creep/fatigue evaluation, line-of-sight failures, weldability, heat treatment, heat affected zone considerations). + Ensure compliance with codes and standards (e.g., ASME, API, ISO, NACE, ASTM) and project-specific requirements. + Coordinate interfaces with process, mechanical, piping, corrosion, and reliability teams; manage vendors and third-party assessments. + Lead root cause investigations of material failures and implement corrective actions, lessons learned, and prevention plans. + Review and approve technical deliverables (material specifications, MOC/Change Notes, design change requests, NCRs). + Mentor and develop junior metallurgy engineers; support staffing, training, and performance reviews. + Develop and manage execution plans, man-hour estimates, and budgets for metallurgy scope. + Ensure QA/QC practices, drawing standards, datasheets, and requisition packages related to metallurgy. + Support fabrication, construction, commissioning, and start-up activities; participate in inspectors' reviews and as-built documentation. + Stay current with advances in metallurgy and corrosion science; propose value-added solutions. Experience + Experience: 15+ 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 metallurgical design and material integrity studies on FEED/detail projects. Qualifications + Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering with a metallurgy/mineral/ materials focus or related field. + Professional membership or relevant certifications (e.g., NACE, CP, CMRP) are advantageous. + Certification related to corrosion engineering or materials (e.g., NACE Corrosion, AWS welding credentials) is a plus. Technical Skills + Strong background in metallurgy, corrosion engineering, and materials integrity. + Proficiency with materials selection databases, corrosion modeling tools, and welding/joint integrity assessments. + Familiarity with FEED deliverables, MOC/Change control, and document controls. + Knowledge of ASME, API, ISO, NFPA, ASTM standards relevant to metallurgical design. + Experience with high-temperature alloys, corrosion-resistant materials, coatings, and linings. + Ability to perform material degradation analyses, failure investigations, and root cause analysis. + Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and decision-making abilities. What We Offer: + Opportunities for professional development and career advancement. + Engaging and collaborative work environment with a commitment to safety and sustainability.