SR Engineer Process Safety

Westlake•Geismar, LA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

This position provides key leadership in the continuous improvement of Westlake Vinyls’ Process Safety Management and Risk Management Plan (PSM and RMP) programs. This includes ownership of the development and implementation of goals, standards and expectations for the PSM and RMP programs. The PSM and RMP programs will hereafter be referred to in this document collectively as the PSM program.

Requirements

B.S. degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering is required.
Must have legal authorization to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis for any employer other than the current employer.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Strong computer skills required, including proficiency with MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint, and the ability to learn and master new software products.

Nice To Haves

Eight (8) years of refinery or chemical plant experience is preferred.
Experience with Process Hazard Analysis and Safety Instrumented Systems is preferred.
Apollo RCA facilitator training is preferred.

Responsibilities

Serve as the lead for Westlake Vinyls’ PSM program and act as the plant subject matter expert on PSM/RMP regulations and related issues.
Work with Corporate Health, Safety & Environmental to develop and implement goals, standards, policies and expectations for the company’s PSM program. This includes developing measurable metrics, monitoring those metrics and providing regular reports to drive continuous improvement.
Maintain a working knowledge of PSM/RMP regulations and regulatory interpretations.
Demonstrate strong computer skills and the capability to learn new software systems. This position will maintain and continue to develop the electronic MOC and procedure systems.
Provide direct oversight and quality assurance while managing the day-to-day activities associated with the Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) process, and manage PHA action plans to closure.
Maintain files to demonstrate compliance with all regulatory requirements (inspections, procedures, checklists, etc.).
Conduct regular internal audits of PSM program elements and analyze the resulting data to identify and implement program improvements.
Provide annual reporting of API PSE data to employees and resident contractors.
Assist in investigations of accidents, injuries, near-misses and unsafe conditions. Utilize the corporate-approved RCA methods to determine root causes and prepare required reports.
Assume the duties of other department members as needed during illness, vacation or other absences.
Provide emergency on-call HSE coverage for the complex.
Perform additional duties as assigned.
Fully support company goals of continuous improvement and operational excellence at both strategic and tactical levels, including: Reviewing areas of responsibility for improvement opportunities, Initiating projects or communicating ideas to management, and Actively participating on project teams.
Operate company vehicles as required in the performance of job duties.