SPECIALIST CATHODIC PROTECTION ENGINEER (PMC Role)

Role Overview

Specialist Cathodic Protection Engineer (PMC Role) at KBR. This is a project management and engineering oversight position based on site and in office during the Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) execution phase.

Company Overview

KBR 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 achieving sustainability goals. KBR Sustainable Technology Solutions provides holistic and value-added solutions across the entire asset life cycle, including licensed process technologies, advisory services, deep technical domain expertise, energy transition solutions, design and engineering capabilities, and smart solutions to optimize planned and operating assets.

Role Purpose

The Specialist Cathodic Protection Engineer takes responsibility for all technical aspects of the Cathodic Protection (CP) System during the EPC execution phase, including design review, installation supervision, testing, and approval. The role works in close coordination with the Project Team and Integrity Project team to ensure CP systems are properly designed, installed, tested and commissioned in line with project requirements and applicable industry standards.

Key Responsibilities

Design and Engineering

• Ensure CP systems are properly designed in line with project requirements and integrity standards.
• Interface with Integrity Project CP Specialist to ensure CP design supports long-term asset integrity and corrosion control strategies as per approved code of practices and guidelines.
• Provide technical solutions for design changes, site issues, or unexpected corrosion challenges.
• Authorize necessary design deviations from project specifications due to site challenges or construction constraints in alignment with Integrity Project team.

Vendor and Deliverable Management

• Review and approve all project deliverables submitted by the CP vendor, including design documents, material datasheets, Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), construction documentation, testing protocols, commissioning procedures, and startup operating guidelines.
• Review and validate Contractor Request for Inspection (RFI), IFC drawing and Contractor's QA/QC documentation and test reports.
• Review and approve Software and hardware application for Remote Monitoring & Control System for integrated CP System.

Testing and Commissioning

• Represent the Company to ensure that all requirements are met according to the approved Inspection and Test Plan (ITP), including witnessing Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) for critical CP equipment.
• Maintain a full-time supervisory presence onsite during pre-commissioning testing, commissioning, and handover processes.
• Review and approve CP System commissioning and Start Up reports.

Site Execution and Supervision

• Supervise site work during crucial phases of CP system installation activities.
• Participate in Pre-Design Site surveys jointly with EPC/CP Contractor to align the Site Installation Schemes.
• Ensure CP systems are properly installed and tested in line with project requirements and integrity standards.
• Work closely with Company Project Execution Team and Contractor/CP Subcontractor to align CP activities with overall project schedule and milestones.
• Provide technical solutions and responses to site-based technical queries.

Stakeholder Coordination

• Collaborate with Interface Management Team to resolve conflicts between CP systems and other disciplines (electrical, civil, mechanical).
• Liaise with the Project Team and Integrity Project team taking responsibility for all technical aspects related to the CP System.
• Work in closed coordination and alignment with Company Integrity Project team – CP Specialist, Integrity Specialist.

Compliance and Handover

• Ensure all CP activities comply with Company standards and regulatory standards.
• Ensure all elements of the CP System adhere to Project Specification and meet applicable industry standards such as AMPP, ISO, and DNV.
• Ensure proper handover with as-built documentation and O&M manuals.

Reporting

• Prepare progress reports, technical evaluations, and recommendations for management.

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum 4 years Bachelor's Engineering degree in Corrosion Science, Chemical, Electrical Engineering, or another relevant engineering discipline.
• At least 15 years of experience in Cathodic Protection System in the Oil & Gas Industry.
• 10 years in a senior engineering capacity as Technical Authority for Project Works related to Cathodic Protection System for Well Casing, Pipelines, Plant Piping Storage Tanks, Process Vessel and Concrete reinforced Structures.
• AMPP NACE Level III Certification or an equivalent professional credential.

Skills & Competencies

• Fully conversant with AMPP and ISO Standards for Cathodic Protection System.
• Technical expertise in CP system design, installation, commissioning, and remote monitoring and control systems.
• Proficiency in reviewing Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT).
• Ability to resolve technical conflicts between engineering disciplines.
• Experience with Inspection and Test Plans (ITP), RFI documentation, and QA/QC processes.

Additional Information

• Work involves both office and site-based execution.
• Full-time supervisory presence required onsite during critical phases including pre-commissioning testing, commissioning, and handover.