Associate Engineer, Process Safety Engineering
About The Position
The OpportunityNational Grid is hiring an Associate Engineer for our Process Safety Engineering department in Waltham, MA. Candidates must live within a commutable distance from Waltham, MA. Every day we deliver safe and secure energy to homes, communities, and businesses. We are there when people need us the most. We connect people to the energy they need for the lives they live. The pace of change in society and our industry is accelerating, and our expertise and track record puts us in an unparalleled position to shape the sustainable future of our industry. To be successful we must anticipate the needs of our customers, reducing the cost of energy delivery today and pioneering the flexible energy systems of tomorrow. This requires us to deliver on our promises and always look for new opportunities to grow, both ourselves and our business.The RoleWithin New England Gas Asset Management & Engineering, the Associate Engineer plays a vital role in ensuring gas assets meet regulatory, corporate, and industry process safety requirements—protecting people, communities, and critical infrastructure.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering or engineering technology from an ABET‑accredited program required, Chemical Engineering preferred
- Coursework, co-ops, internships, or early‑career exposure to process safety concepts (e.g., PHAs, HAZOPs, LOPA, QRA) and tasks (e.g., supporting reviews, documentation, or action tracking) required
- Familiarity with regulated or compliance‑driven environments, including exposure to OSHA Process Safety Management (29 CFR 1910.119) required
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities required
- Effective communication skills and ability to work collaboratively across teams required
- Valid driver’s license required
Responsibilities
- Support and coordinate process hazard analyses (PHAs) for gas assets and engineering projects (e.g., HAZOP‑ and HAZID‑based reviews, LOPA, and QRA, as applicable)
- Oversee tracking, management, and closure of process safety action items, ensuring risks are mitigated and actions are verified and documented
- Serve as a subject‑matter resource for the Management of Change (MOC) process for the New England Gas business, including review of change classification, risk evaluation, and closure
- Conduct periodic field visits to support process safety reviews, PSSRs, inspections, and assurance activities
- Support development, monitoring, and reporting of process safety KPIs and compliance metrics
- Represent process safety in cross‑functional discussions, reviews, and meetings, providing clear recommendations and influencing decisions
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
