Sr. Safety Engineer (Remote)

Core Duties And Responsibilities

• Lead and facilitate PHA including HAZOP and LOPA for infrastructure systems and product designs.
• Conduct risk assessments and advise engineering, operations, and service teams on risk mitigation strategies and appropriate safeguards.
• Support establishing, maintaining, and improving Plug Power’s Functional Safety Lifecycle in accordance with IEC 61511-1, including supporting SRS, risk reduction strategies, and lifecycle documentation.
• Execute Management of Change processes to evaluate safety implications of modifications and facilitate additional design implementation where necessary.
• Lead Root Cause Analysis investigations for incidents and near misses and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Support compliance with applicable process safety regulations and standards, including OSHA PSM, EPA, RMP, and relevant NFPA codes.
• Develop procedures, templates, and internal guidance documents to strengthen Plug Power’s risk management and functional safety governance.
• Audit and monitor process safety programs and lifecycle activities to identify gaps, recommend actions, and drive continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, service, and product management teams to ensure safety considerations are integrated throughout the product and infrastructure system lifecycle.
• Communicate safety risks, recommendations, and compliance concerns to leadership and stakeholders.

Requirements

• Minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience in process safety within a manufacturing or process plant environment.
• Prior experience as a HAZOP & LOPA facilitator is highly preferred.
• Prior experience participating in risk assessments and recommendation close outs is required.
• Knowledge and broad technical background with federal and state regulations (NFPA, OSHA, RCRA, DOT, DEC) is required.
• Experience establishing or upgrading corporate policies and procedures is preferred.
• Proven skill set with a variety of computer and software programs including: Microsoft Office, aeShield, exSILentia, PHAWorks, SalesForce, etc..
• Capability to present information effectively to diverse audiences and stakeholders while responding to questions from groups of managers, employees, customers and the leadership team.
• Proven leadership, teamwork and flexibility to manage changes in projects and priorities.
• Excellent follow-through.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field of study.
• Professional certifications including Professional Engineer (PE), Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Industrial Hygienist (CIH) or other related safety certifications are strongly preferred.

Skills

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage complex projects and multi-task effectively.
• Superior communication and public speaking skills.

Benefits

We offer a fantastic total rewards package at Plug, and a brief summary is below:

• Base salary is determined on a number of factors including but not limited to education, experience, skills, and geography.
• The above pay range, may not take into account local geographic pay variations. If there is an applicable geographic differential, a member of the HR team can discuss that with you.
• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance eligibility starting from the first day of hire.
• 401(k) with 5% company match.
• Bonus eligibility.
• Paid time off including vacation, personal and sick time.
• Paid Holidays.
• Wellness Reimbursement Program.
• Potential to apply for Tuition Reimbursement.
• Employee Referral program.
• Employee Assistance Program.

Pay

$95,040.00 - $142,500.00