HSE Specialist (CHEMICALS) - Rayne, LA

1080 Baker Petrolite LLC - Rayne, LA

Full-time - Mid Level

Rayne, LA

About the position

The Process Health and Safety Engineer (Chemicals) at Baker Hughes is responsible for overseeing the process safety program at the Rayne, LA site. This role focuses on ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and fostering a culture of safety excellence within the organization. The engineer will actively execute the process safety program, implement OSHA regulations, and prepare necessary regulatory plans and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a comprehensive process safety management program for the site
• Actively execute the process safety program with assistance from management and other departments
• Implement OSHA regulations and industry standards, particularly in Louisiana
• Ensure compliance with Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality (LDEQ) regulations and guidelines
• Prepare and maintain regulatory required plans and procedures, including PSM, RMP, RCRA, SPCC, SWPPP, HAZCOM, Emergency Response, and NIMS
• Prepare and present regular updates to facility leadership on key HSE/PSM performance indicators
• Facilitate or lead incident investigations and develop corrective and preventative actions
• Perform self-assessments and audits to assure conformance with Baker Hughes HSE management system
• Plan and implement programs to train managers and employees in process safety and work site safety practices

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, health and safety environmental science, or relevant field
• 5+ years of process safety experience in manufacturing/industrial environment roles
• Working knowledge of process safety management and Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality regulations (preferred)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
• Strong organizational, analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Excellent leadership, interpersonal, communication, team-building, and influencing skills
• Proficient computer skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities
• Ability to travel to sites as needed

Nice-to-haves

• Professional designation as a CSP, CIH, PE, CHMM, or CES (desired)
• Knowledge of Incident Command System and Emergency Response (desired)
• Expertise in waste management including waste characterization, waste profiling, and waste minimization (desired)

Benefits

• Competitive sales bonus program
• Company provided vehicle or vehicle allowance
• Competitive 401(k) program
• Contemporary work-life balance policies and wellbeing activities
• Comprehensive private medical care options
• Safety net of life insurance and disability programs
• Tailored financial programs
• Education Assistance
• Generous Parental Leave
• Mental Health resources, Virtual Therapy Programs
• Dependent and Partners Care
• Pet Insurance
• Additional elected or voluntary benefit