Process Safety Engineer

Overview

SNF is a specialty chemical group that develops water-soluble polymers contributing to water treatment, recycling, preservation, energy savings, and reducing carbon footprint. With operations spanning all continents, SNF employs over 9,000 people, including 2,700 in the USA. The company focuses on innovation and sustainability, accelerating its growth through continuous improvement in process safety and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Ensure assigned sites comply with SNF Corporate PSM Policies and Procedures
• Serve as day-to-day process safety contact for plants/sites assigned
• Coordinate/Administer Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) and Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) Management Office (MOC) program across assigned sites
• Conduct / Lead Contractor field audits at assigned locations
• Ensure Process Safety Information for both process and equipment files is accurate, maintained, and readily available
• Maintain awareness of applicable industry codes and standards
• Participate in and/or Lead Incident Investigations related to process safety
• Serve as site representative for process safety related audits/inspections, both internal and external
• Coordinate site process safety activities to ensure PHAs, audits, and other required activities are completed on schedule
• Coordinate and participate in HAZOP studies and process hazard analyses
• Lead PHAs as assigned
• Participate/Lead in Dust Hazard Analysis for combustible dusts for plants/sites assigned, as applicable
• Train and support employees regarding process safety requirements, company programs, and best practices
• Participate in knowledge sharing with other site Process Safety Engineers to share best practices
• Develop understanding and application of Layers of Protection Analysis (LOPA)
• Report on PSM/RMP program activities to management
• Use and continue to develop software used to administer portions of PSM/RMP program
• Travel to assigned production facilities to provide field support, audits, assessments, and program implementation assistance

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical discipline
• Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered
• CCPSC, PE, or CSP certifications preferred
• Minimum 3+ years of relevant industrial experience, preferably in one or more of the following areas: Chemical manufacturing, Oil & Gas production or processing, Process Safety Management, Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, Occupational Safety
• Experience supporting multiple facilities or geographically distributed operations preferred
• Working knowledge of: OSHA Process Safety Management (29 CFR 1910.119), EPA Risk Management Program (40 CFR 68), Process hazard analysis methodologies, Incident investigation and root cause analysis techniques
• Strong organizational and project management skills with demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities
• Excellent communication and facilitation skills, including leading technical discussions and cross-functional meetings
• Ability to build effective working relationships at all organizational levels
• Self-motivated with demonstrated initiative and commitment to continuous improvement
• Experience with PSM management software systems such as VelocityEHS, PHAPro, PHAWorks, ABS Leader, or equivalent systems preferred

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Medical Benefits
• Dental Benefits
• Vision Benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Vacation Days
• Incidental/Sick Days
• Paid Holidays
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Development & Training