Arabic-English Translator (UAEN)

About the role

Belong, Connect, Grow, with KBR! The KBR team delivers future‑forward science, technology and engineering solutions and mission‑critical services worldwide, supporting sustainability goals. The Translator (UAEN) will support the Sustainable Technology Solutions business by converting documents between Arabic and English.

Key responsibilities

• Translate documents, reports, and marketing materials from Arabic to English and vice versa.
• Localize content to fit cultural contexts in Arab‑speaking and English‑speaking regions.
• Proofread and edit final texts to ensure grammatical accuracy and natural flow.
• Research industry‑specific terminology to guarantee precise translations.
• Maintain consistency across large‑scale, long‑term translation projects.
• Collaborate with project managers to meet tight publishing and corporate deadlines.

Required profile

• Native proficiency in Arabic and English (written and spoken).
• Bachelor’s degree in Translation, Linguistics, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of professional Arabic‑English translation experience.
• Deep understanding of cultural nuances and idioms in both languages.
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong time‑management skills.

Required skills

• Arabic‑English translation.
• Proofreading and editing.
• Localization.
• Research of industry terminology.