Process Safety Engineer
About The Position
Nammo Energetics (NEI) is establishing a solid rocket motor manufacturing facility in Perry, Florida, targeting initial production in 2027. The Process Safety Engineer will be responsible for identifying, evaluating, and mitigating process hazards in manufacturing operations. This role involves close collaboration with Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, Quality, and EHS to ensure safe design and operation of equipment, facilities, and processes while supporting production goals. The ideal candidate will have experience leading or participating in Process Hazard Analyses (PHA) and applying engineering risk assessment methodologies in a manufacturing or industrial setting. This position is on-site in Perry, Florida, with potential travel to Raufoss, Norway.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Safety Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
- Five (5) or more years of engineering experience in manufacturing or industrial operations.
- Experience leading or participating in Process Hazard Analyses (PHA).
- Knowledge of risk assessment methodologies including HAZOP, FMEA, What-If Analysis, or LOPA.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical writing skills.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in aerospace, defense, chemical processing, pharmaceutical manufacturing, specialty chemicals, or other highly regulated industries.
- Knowledge of OSHA Process Safety Management (PSM) requirements.
- Experience with Management of Change (MOC) programs.
- Experience conducting incident investigations and root cause analysis.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license or Certified Process Safety Professional (CCPSC) certification is preferred.
- Experience supporting new facility construction, equipment commissioning, or manufacturing start-up activities.
Responsibilities
- Lead and facilitate Process Hazard Analyses (PHA) using methodologies such as HAZOP, What-If Analysis, FMEA, and Layer of Protection Analysis (LOPA).
- Demonstrate and/or lead the commitment to the pursuit of achieving Zero Harm through behavioral based safety.
- Ensure Safety Audits, Safe Act Observations, Job Safety Analyses, and Take 5’s are being completed and all safety rules are being followed.
- Conduct risk assessments for new equipment, manufacturing processes, facility modifications, and capital projects.
- Support Management of Change (MOC) activities by evaluating safety impacts prior to implementation.
- Develop and maintain Process Safety Information (PSI), process flow diagrams, P&IDs, operating procedures, and other technical documentation.
- Identify process hazards and recommend engineering controls to reduce operational risk.
- Participate in equipment design reviews, commissioning activities, and manufacturing readiness assessments.
- Support incident investigations and perform root cause analysis to identify corrective and preventive actions.
- Track and verify completion of corrective actions resulting from PHAs, audits, inspections, and investigations.
- Evaluate machine safeguarding, safety interlocks, alarms, and other engineered safety systems.
- Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure manufacturing processes comply with applicable safety standards and company requirements.
- Support process safety audits, regulatory inspections, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Assist in developing emergency response procedures related to manufacturing hazards.
Benefits
- Monday - Thursday work week working 10-hour days
- Relocation assistance provided
- 401(K) with a 6% company match
- 100% Employer-Paid Employee Only Medical Plan Option
- Employer Health Saving Account Contributions
- Starting at two week’s vacation, one-week sick pay, and nine paid holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
