Process Safety Engineer

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain process safety management (PSM) programs to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
• Lead and facilitate PHA, LOPA, and risk assessment activities, ensuring documentation, follow-up, and closure of action items.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement safety systems, procedures, and protocols to mitigate identified risks.
• Perform safety evaluations of new and existing processes, equipment, and facilities to ensure they meet safety and regulatory standards.
• Investigate process safety incidents, perform root cause analyses, and develop recommendations to prevent recurrence.
• Provide technical support and guidance on process safety matters to engineering, operations, and maintenance teams.
• Participate in process safety compliance audits.
• Develop and deliver training programs on process safety topics to enhance the safety culture within the organization.
• Monitor and analyze process safety performance metrics and report findings to senior management.
• Stay current with industry trends, technological advancements, and regulatory changes to ensure continuous improvement and compliance.
• Promote a culture of safety and ensure adherence to all safety protocols and regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering, or a related field.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience in chemical manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of process safety management (PSM) principles, methodologies, and regulatory requirements.
• Experience with process hazard analysis (PHA), HAZOP, LOPA, and other risk assessment techniques.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically and strategically.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues at all levels.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
• Understanding of EPA RMP Rules and managing RMP programs is a plus.
• Professional certification (e.g., Certified Safety Professional, Process Safety Professional) is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Retail savings plan with company match.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• A supportive and dynamic work environment focused on innovation and collaboration.

About the Role

The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the safety and reliability of our chemical processes through risk assessments, safety evaluations, and the implementation of process safety management programs. This role will serve as a technical leader and subject matter expert in Process Safety Management (PSM) across the company’s manufacturing operations and requires a strong background in chemical engineering, safety protocols, and regulatory compliance.