Process Engineer

HF Sinclair•El Dorado, KS

16d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Process Safety Engineer works within the Refining Integrity Team and is responsible for the development, implementation, execution, and monitoring of key Process Safety programs and systems for HF Sinclair. This role supports safe, reliable, and profitable refinery operations by ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, corporate standards, and recognized and generally accepted good engineering practices (RAGAGEP).

Requirements

10+ years of experience with APC (step testing, modeling, commissioning, and day to day support) is required.
Knowledge of Burner Management Systems Integration is required.
Current knowledge of APC work processes and scope/deliverables for the various project phases, and business acumen for lump sum and cost plus projects is required.
Proficiency in OSHA Process Safety Management (29 CFR 1910.119) and EPA Risk Management Program (40 CFR Part 68)
Strong understanding of PHA methodologies, relief system design, Safe Operating Limits, and root cause analysis
Thorough understanding of P&ID symbology, interpretation, and presentation techniques
Recognized technical expert within area of specialty with the ability to stay current on emerging technologies and industry practices
Advanced analytical skills with the ability to apply engineering judgment to complex Process Safety challenges
Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access) and familiarity with commonly used engineering and data management software

Responsibilities

Provide day-to-day Process Safety support to refinery operations and engineering teams
Serve as the refinery Layers of Protection Analysis (LOPA) Technical Authority
Perform and maintain monthly performance metric reporting for Process Safety programs and systems
Provide technical guidance, training, and presentations on developing and evolving Process Safety initiatives
Act as Subject Matter Expert (SME) and program owner for the following Process Safety programs and systems: Pressure Safety Valve (PSV) and Flare Management, Safe Operating Limits (SOL) Program, Facility Siting Program, Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) Program, Maximum Intended Inventory (MII) Program
Serve as a key contributor to the HF Alky API 751 Site Team and participate in fleetwide communities of practice
Participate in refinery Process Safety audits and assessments
Support Process Safety Management (PSM) action item tracking and closure, including participation in Pre-Startup Safety Reviews (PSSRs) as required
Actively contribute to the fleetwide community of practice for Process Safety Engineers and PSV Management
Perform special assignments or additional tasks as assigned by management
Special assignments or tasks assigned to the employee by their supervisor, as determined from time to time in their sole and complete discretion.