Job summary
KBR is seeking a Lead Process Safety Engineer in Al Khobar to lead offshore process safety work from concept through detailed design. The role oversees safety engineering, runs PHA/HAZOP/SIL/LOPA workshops, performs hazard and fire analyses, and ensures standards and technical integration across project teams.
Key responsibilities
- Lead and coordinate process safety engineering activities across the project lifecycle.
- Develop and review calculations, data sheets, technical notes, specifications and drawings.
- Plan, organize and facilitate safety workshops (PHA, HAZID, HAZOP, SIL, LOPA) and track recommendations.
- Perform hazard and risk management, fire and explosion (dispersion) analysis and safety studies.
- Ensure integration and collaboration with engineers, designers and technical teams.
- Apply and enforce applicable codes, standards and client/KBR procedures.
- Provide technical leadership to improve quality and efficiency of safety engineering work.
- Support firewater demand, drainage and hazardous area design activities as required.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field.
- Minimum 15 years' experience in offshore process safety.
- Proven experience in process safety engineering and safety workshops.
- Proficient English, both written and spoken.
- Familiarity with relevant codes, standards and client procedures.
- Ability to work independently and provide technical leadership.
Skills
Process SafetyHAZOPLOPAPHARisk AssessmentFirewater CalculationsDispersion AnalysisNFPATechnical LeadershipEnglish
Source: Workday. Last checked as open: 13 Nov 2026. You apply directly with the employer.
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