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KBR hires Electrical Engineers across manufacturing and industrial projects, with roles spanning design, systems integration, and field support. The company has an established sponsorship track record for engineering talent, supporting both employment-based immigrant visa pathways and temporary work authorization for qualified candidates.
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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 Substation Electrical Engineer, SME to supervise and lead a group of engineers and designers. Provides technical direction, training, mentoring and/or quality checking project deliverables. You will plan, budget, organize, and control an important segment of a very extensive and highly diversified engineering scope.
FUNCTIONAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Must have experience leading teams of electrical engineers and designers on projects for electrical substations.
- Experience is required related to the development of task analysis for engineering and design hours; working with project schedules; and tracking earned value on the completed electrical engineering and design.
- The candidate must be able to travel to client sites for client meetings and surveys of existing facilities.
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Must be proficient on the following technical topics:
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High voltage substation engineering and design.
- Substation yard layouts, sections, grounding, lightning protection, raceways, and bill of materials.
- One lines, three lines, auxiliary AC and DC power systems and schematics, relay panels, and equipment wiring.
- Protection and controls design.
- Calculations (grounding, lightning protection, AC and DC load studies, etc.).
- Substation equipment specifications.
- National Electrical Safety Code and IEEE / ANSI Standards.
REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, & SKILLS
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
- 10+ years of experience required.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Professional Engineering (P.E.) license is preferred.
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.
KBR is
INTRODUCTION
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 Substation Electrical Engineer, SME to supervise and lead a group of engineers and designers. Provides technical direction, training, mentoring and/or quality checking project deliverables. You will plan, budget, organize, and control an important segment of a very extensive and highly diversified engineering scope.
FUNCTIONAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Must have experience leading teams of electrical engineers and designers on projects for electrical substations.
- Experience is required related to the development of task analysis for engineering and design hours; working with project schedules; and tracking earned value on the completed electrical engineering and design.
- The candidate must be able to travel to client sites for client meetings and surveys of existing facilities.
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Must be proficient on the following technical topics:
-
High voltage substation engineering and design.
- Substation yard layouts, sections, grounding, lightning protection, raceways, and bill of materials.
- One lines, three lines, auxiliary AC and DC power systems and schematics, relay panels, and equipment wiring.
- Protection and controls design.
- Calculations (grounding, lightning protection, AC and DC load studies, etc.).
- Substation equipment specifications.
- National Electrical Safety Code and IEEE / ANSI Standards.
REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, & SKILLS
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
- 10+ years of experience required.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Professional Engineering (P.E.) license is preferred.
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.
KBR is
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Align your credentials to KBR's project scope
KBR's Electrical Engineer roles often support large-scale industrial and manufacturing facilities. Highlight experience with power distribution, control systems, or instrumentation on capital projects, since these map directly to the project types KBR staffs for.
Find KBR's open engineering roles on Migrate Mate
Browse verified Electrical Engineer openings at KBR through Migrate Mate, which filters jobs by sponsorship type so you can confirm which roles are actively open to visa candidates before spending time on an application.
Prepare your credentials before the offer stage
For EB-3 sponsorship, DOL's PERM process requires your employer to document that your qualifications match the job's minimum requirements. Have your degree equivalency evaluations and employment verification letters ready before you receive a formal offer.
Clarify your status during the recruiter screen
KBR uses E-Verify for employment eligibility. If you're on OPT, STEM OPT, or an expiring status, tell the recruiter your authorization timeline upfront so the hiring team can assess whether sponsorship is feasible before your authorization lapses.
Build your profile around PE licensure and NEC standards
KBR's manufacturing-sector projects frequently require familiarity with National Electrical Code compliance and, for senior roles, a Professional Engineer license. Candidates with PE credentials or active pursuit of licensure stand out in a competitive applicant pool.
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Find Electrical Engineer at KBR JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does KBR sponsor H-1B visas for Electrical Engineers?
KBR's primary documented sponsorship for Electrical Engineers has been through employment-based immigrant visa categories rather than H-1B. If H-1B sponsorship is your specific need, raise it early in the recruiter conversation, since eligibility depends on the role's classification, your qualifications, and the hiring team's capacity to support a petition within USCIS timelines.
How do I apply for Electrical Engineer jobs at KBR?
Applications go through KBR's careers portal, where you can search by job function and location. Before applying, confirm the role is open to sponsored candidates. Migrate Mate lists KBR's Electrical Engineer openings filtered by sponsorship type, which helps you identify the right roles before investing time in a full application.
Which visa types does KBR commonly use for Electrical Engineer sponsorship?
KBR has supported Electrical Engineers through EB-2 and EB-3 Green Card pathways, which are immigrant visa categories suited to professional and skilled workers. These routes involve a PERM labor certification filed with the DOL before a visa petition is submitted to USCIS. The right category depends on your degree level and the job's requirements.
What qualifications does KBR expect for Electrical Engineer roles?
Most KBR Electrical Engineer positions require a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a closely related field. For manufacturing and industrial projects, hands-on experience with power systems, instrumentation, or control panel design is commonly expected. Senior roles may require a Professional Engineer license. Relevant project experience in heavy industry or energy infrastructure strengthens your application considerably.
How do I know how long the sponsorship process will take at KBR?
For EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship, the PERM labor certification process with the DOL alone can take six months or longer, followed by USCIS petition processing. Your priority date and country of birth also affect how quickly an immigrant visa becomes available. Aligning your current work authorization timeline with these stages is something to discuss with KBR's HR team at the offer stage.
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