Process Safety Engineer
About The Position
AMPERA is redefining clean, sovereign energy with compact, ultra-safe nuclear systems that power AI, industry, and defense with zero emissions and unmatched reliability. Our modular micro-reactors combine the best of fusion and fission to deliver scalable, deployable, and inherently safe energy anywhere — from AI data centers to remote or defense operations. As a rapidly growing company, AMPERA combines the agility of a startup with the mission of a global clean energy innovator. Joining us means contributing to a bold initiative to revolutionize how the world generates power through advanced nuclear design, chemical process safety, and next-generation manufacturing. AMPERA is seeking a Process Safety Engineer to develop, implement, and oversee safety management systems across AMPERA’s fuel processing, chemical handling, and reactor development operations. This individual will ensure that all experimental and industrial-scale processes comply with safety, environmental, and nuclear regulatory standards. The ideal candidate will have experience in hazard analysis (HAZOP, FMEA, LOPA), risk management, and process design for high-temperature, chemical, and nuclear environments. This position will play a key role in designing inherently safe systems that support the manufacture and operation of AMPERA’s hybrid micro-reactors.
Requirements
- B.S. or M.S. in Chemical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, or related field.
- 5–10 years of experience in process safety, chemical plant operations, or nuclear facility safety management.
- Strong knowledge of process safety standards (OSHA PSM, EPA RMP, NRC 10 CFR 830).
- Experience performing safety analysis for high-temperature, high-pressure, or radiological systems.
- Familiarity with HAZOP, LOPA, FMEA, and PRA methodologies.
- Working knowledge of chemical process control systems and industrial instrumentation.
- Excellent leadership, analytical, and communication skills.
- U.S. citizenship or eligibility for security clearance may be required.
Responsibilities
- Develop and manage AMPERA’s process safety program for nuclear fuel and chemical processing operations.
- Conduct HAZOP, PRA, and fault tree analyses to identify and mitigate potential hazards.
- Design and implement safety systems for chemical reactors, fuel processing equipment, and thermal systems.
- Review P&IDs, process flow diagrams, and control logic to ensure compliance with safety and environmental standards.
- Coordinate with engineering teams to design intrinsically safe systems, containment strategies, and emergency response protocols.
- Support regulatory compliance efforts under DOE, NRC, OSHA, and EPA frameworks.
- Develop safety documentation including Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Process Safety Information (PSI), and Safety Analysis Reports (SAR).
- Lead root-cause analyses for incidents or near-misses and implement corrective actions.
- Train personnel in chemical handling, radiation protection, and emergency response best practices.
Benefits
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
- Donation matching
- Employee discounts
- Opportunity for advancement
- Wellness resources
- Comprehensive benefits package including healthcare, dental, vision, STD, LTD, Life/AD&D and 401(k)
- Opportunity to pioneer advanced nuclear fuel technologies driving the next generation of clean energy.
- Collaborative, mission-driven environment that fosters technical excellence and innovation.
- Career advancement potential as AMPERA expands its fuel development and reactor manufacturing programs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
