Sr. Process Safety Engineer, Global Process Safety Engineering & Management, Workplace Health & Safety

Amazon • Arlington, VA

180d • $128,600 - $213,600

About The Position

The Workplace Health and Safety Technical Solutions Team seeks an accomplished Senior Process Safety Engineer to lead global initiatives in Process Safety Management (PSM) and Process Safety Engineering (PSE). In this high-impact role, you will ensure compliance with international, regional, and local regulations for highly hazardous chemical (HHC) processes across Amazon’s facilities worldwide. You will play a key role in designing, constructing, and operating projects involving alternative energy sources and HHC, strictly adhering to Recognized and Generally Accepted Good Engineering Practices (RAGAGEP). This position demands deep expertise in Center for Chemical Process Safety (CCPS) Risk-Based Process Safety (RBPS) principles, coupled with comprehensive knowledge of regulatory compliance standards, including OSHA PSM and EPA RMP (North America), the Seveso Directive (Europe), and emerging regulations in the Asia-Pacific region. As a strategic partner to technical, operational, and leadership teams, you will drive improvements in global process safety performance while fostering a robust safety culture throughout the organization. This role also involves shaping the engineering vision and strategy to ensure consistency in managing process safety risks across Worldwide (WW) Operations, focusing strongly on hydrogen fuel usage, emerging green alternative energy sources and its associated safety considerations. You will collaborate with diverse teams to implement a systematic, scalable approach to risk identification, mitigation, and management.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical or Process safety Engineering with 6+ years of industry experience.
• 6+ years of working cross functionally with tech and non-tech teams experience.
• 6+ years of program or project management experience.
• 6+ years of managing, analyzing and communicating results to senior leadership experience.
• Experience implementing repeatable processes and driving automation or standardization.
• Experience defining program requirements and using data and metrics to determine improvements.

Nice To Haves

• 10+ years of leadership experience in chemical, mechanical, electrical, or process safety engineering roles within the chemical, energy, or oil and gas sectors.
• Demonstrated adaptability in aligning approaches to meet the dynamic needs of customers, business objectives, program stakeholders, and cross-functional engineering teams.
• Extensive expertise in Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) methodologies, including HAZOP, LOPA, FMEA, and FTA.
• Advanced skills in incident investigation methodologies such as Apollo, Tap Root, and Root Cause Analysis (RCA).
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management capabilities.
• Comprehensive knowledge of global regulatory frameworks, including OSHA PSM, EPA RMP, Seveso Directive/COMAH.
• Established track record in alternative energy fields, such as hydrogen, biofuels, and battery technologies.
• Significant experience in developing and implementing foundational elements of Process Safety Management Systems (PSMS).
• Consistently upholds high standards of performance, demonstrates strategic thinking, and achieves impactful results.
• Highly adept at self-managing priorities, meeting deadlines, and adjusting to shifting goals and priorities.
• Proven ability to lead and collaborate effectively in fast-paced, detail-oriented team settings.

Responsibilities

• Lead or facilitate comprehensive PHAs such as HAZOP, LOPA, and FMEA across global operations.
• Oversee the development of risk mitigation strategies and ensure the timely execution of corrective measures.
• Evaluate process safety risks, recommend effective controls, and coordinate the development of comprehensive process safety information.
• Act as a central point of contact for internal and external stakeholders to develop control solutions.
• Ensure compliance with global safety regulations, including OSHA PSM, EPA RMP, Seveso Directive, and equivalent standards.
• Develop and maintain a robust RBPS governance framework, including tools and processes that foster standardization and continuous improvement.
• Serve as a subject matter expert in alternative energy technologies, including hydrogen, biofuels, carbon capture, and solar/thermal systems.
• Spearhead the design, implementation, and continuous enhancement of global PSM systems.
• Define, track, and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) aligned with CCPS guidance and corporate objectives.
• Create and implement tools to ensure compliance with OSHA PSM requirements.
• Develop and deliver training programs on process safety topics.
• Provide technical mentorship to regional and site teams to build process safety expertise throughout the organization.
• Lead or actively participate in incident investigations, risk assessments, and EHS self-assessments or audits.
• Support WHS programs and systems across the organization.
• Provide strategic leadership in process safety across all Amazon business units.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Maternity and Parental Leave Options
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) Plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree