Graduate Process Engineer Leatherhead 2025

Simply put, at KBR, we do things that matter.

Every day, our people work together to deliver solutions that are helping solve the great challenges and opportunities of our time, including climate change, national security, energy transition and security, cybersecurity, space exploration, and more.

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’s global business comprises two main segments – Sustainable Technology Solutions (STS) and Government Solutions (GS). This role sits within STS in the Integrated Solutions business unit.

Integrated Solutions is the engineering and project delivery group providing services which include front-end and detailed engineering, procurement, construction services, and program management primarily in the hydrocarbons and energy transition industries.

The energy industry is at a pivotal point in history. With traditional energy such as oil and gas needing to become more sustainable and the world looking to alternative energy sources, our engineers are at the forefront of this energy transition for some of the biggest clients in the industry.

KBR is designing and constructing exciting projects at the forefront of the energy transition and traditional energy markets. We work on some of the biggest and most complex energy industry projects around the world and our teams are some of the best and brightest in the industry.

The role

We are seeking passionate and innovative Graduate Chemical Engineers to join our dynamic Process Engineering team. As an Process Engineering Graduate, you would join our 100 strong process engineering team based in Leatherhead, Surrey.

You would be working on energy security and energy transition projects which could cover a wide range of facilities including plastics recycling, LNG, Ammonia, Hydrogen production, Refineries and oil / gas processing plants. You would be joining a large process team which includes graduates through to principal engineers and technical subject matter experts (SMEs).

What skills will you learn?

• You will be based at our office in Leatherhead, Surrey and become part of our process engineering team, this will involve working on and contributing to different projects in various stages.
• You will support the process design through all the project stages, from studies and concept definition all the way through to detailed design, construction and commissioning.
• Different rotations will allow you to develop your skills and provide you with a wide range experience and could provide you with the opportunity to work abroad at one of our other offices in locations like Baku and Chennai.
• Site based rotations available to further enhance knowledge, skills and experience.

What we offer

• A structured two-year graduate program with tailored career development plans and unparalleled exposure to cutting-edge projects.
• As accredited members of the Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE), Graduate Engineers work towards achieving chartered status and are fully supported and encouraged.
• Opportunities to work abroad and to travel to fabrication yards, site or vendors.
• Mentorship from industry-leading engineers and exposure to a global network of professionals
• The opportunity to work on high-impact projects that drive the future of sustainable engineering
• Rotations across various projects and departments to broaden your skills
• Competitive salary with benefits including healthcare, pension, and flexible working options
• A supportive and inclusive work environment where diversity of thought and innovation are celebrated.
• Automatic enrolment in the vibrant KBR IMPACT network, which promotes new professionals and organises social activities across all our locations.

What we’re looking for

• A degree in Chemical Engineering or a related discipline (Master’s preferred but not essential)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a passion for innovative engineering solutions
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively
• A proactive attitude and willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment
• Eligibility to work in the UK without restriction or Visa sponsorship.

Interested?

To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your passion for Process Engineering and why you want to join KBR. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so we encourage early submissions.

Kickstart your career with KBR and help shape the future of engineering!

KBR Company Information

When you become part of the KBR team, your opportunities are endless. Through collaboration with our customers, we’re defining tomorrow’s challenges, then providing the solutions and services to overcome those challenges, always maintaining our commitment to total safety and reliability.

At KBR, we partner with government and industry clients to provide purposeful and comprehensive solutions with an emphasis on efficiency and safety. With a full portfolio of services, proprietary technologies and expertise, our employees are ready to handle projects and missions throughout their entire lifecycle, from planning and design to sustainability and maintenance. Whether at the bottom of the ocean or in outer space, our clients trust us to deliver the impossible on a daily basis.

Working at KBR means being rewarded for your contributions. In addition to competitive benefits and professional development, our people are empowered to use all their potential, creating meaningful change for themselves and our clients. We attract the best minds in the world because our expertise thrives on creativity, resourcefulness and collaboration. That is how we supply our clients with cutting-edge solutions and services.

As the needs of the world change, we’re ready to respond and guide the way forward with strategic, sustainable, and technological advancements grounded in more than a century of practical application and execution.

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 and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.