Process Safety Engineer

SUMMARY OF JOB FUNCTION:

The Process Safety Engineer supports site compliance with OSHA's Process Safety Management (PSM) rule (29 CFR Part 1910.119), the EPA's RMP rule (40 CFR Part 68), and industry best practices and consensus standards(i.e., API, ASTM, ASME) pertaining to chemical process safety.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Implement and maintain PSM and RMP programs in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Manage and lead Process Hazard Analysis (PHA), Layer of Protection Analysis (LOPA), Facility Siting Studies, and other PSM-related Studies for existing processes, projects, and modifications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to assess and manage change through Management of Change (MOC) processes.
• Develop and enhance written SHE & PSM procedures, policies, and documentation.
• Perform and lead incident investigations.
• Conduct regular audits to ensure compliance with internal procedures and industry standards.
• Provide required safety & process safety training to plant personnel to enhance awareness and understanding.
• Assist sites in addressing Safety lnstrumented System (SIS) documentation and supporting Safety Integrity Level (SIL) scenario analysis, and Functional Safety Assessments.
• Support and manage relief device systems and maintain appropriate and accurate information.
• Stay updated on industry best practices, regulations, and standards related to process safety.
• Provide project input concerning process safety requirements, including recognized and generally accepted good engineering practices (RAGAGEP) and industry consensus standards (i.e., NFPA, ASME, API, IEC, and ASTM) to prevent, control, and mitigate risks.
• Conduct chemical dispersion modeling for PSM/RMP analysis as needed.
• Perform any other safety-related compliance work as needed by SHE manager .

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 3+ years of experience of Process Safety experience within Chemical Manufacturing
• Bachelor's degree (B.A.) Chemical Engineering