Process Safety Engineer

Kaneka North America•Pasadena, TX

About The Position

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.

Requirements

OSHA’s Process Safety Management (PSM) rule (29 CFR Part 1910.119)
EPA’s RMP rule (40 CFR Part 68)
Industry best practices and consensus standards (i.e., API, ASTM, ASME)
Management of Change (MOC) processes
Safety Instrumented System (SIS) documentation
Safety Integrity Level (SIL) scenario analysis
Functional Safety Assessments
Relief device systems
Recognized and generally accepted good engineering practices (RAGAGEP)
Industry consensus standards (i.e., NFPA, ASME, API, IEC, and ASTM)
Chemical dispersion modeling
Emotional Empathy
Positive Attitude
Excellent Communication Skills
Flexibility / Adaptability

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 HSSE & 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 Instrumented 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 HSSE manager.
Must demonstrate the following emotional intelligence skills: Emotional Empathy, Positive Attitude, Excellent Communication Skills, Flexibility / Adaptability.