Sr Process Safety Engineer

Indorama Ventures: Indovinya•The Woodlands, TX

About The Position

The Senior Process Safety Engineer provides expert leadership in hazard identification, risk assessment and regulatory compliance to ensure safe, reliable, and cost-effective operations. This role serves as a strategic advisor and subject matter expert, driving process hazard analysis excellence, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement across the North America sites and business segment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in chemical engineering or related field from an accredited university.
Minimum of five years of progressive experience in Process Safety Management within chemical, petrochemical or refining industries including leadership in hazard studies such as facility siting, PHA, and LOPA.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and specialized PHA software such as PHA-Pro or ARA Sphera is required.
Ability to leverage digital tools, analytics, and advanced software platforms to enhance risk assessment and decision-making.
Deep expertise in regulatory compliance requirements, including OSHA PSM (29 CFR 1910.119), EPA RMP (40 CFR 68), IEC61511 and other applicable U.S. and internal standards. Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply regulations to complex operations.
Thorough knowledge of industry standards and best practices (API, NFPA, ASME, CCPS), with the ability to benchmark against global peers and implement continuous improvements.
Expertise in advanced risk assessment techniques including HAZOP, What-If, LOPA, SIL-IPL Assessment, and Fault Tree Analysis.
Strong analytical and decision-making skills with the ability to apply and interpret complex standards and procedures, evaluate risk-reduction alternatives, and recommend cost-effective safeguards.
Proven ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams, manage competing priorities, and deliver results under tight deadlines.
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels, from frontline operators and mechanics to executive leadership.
Must have a level of proficiency with SAP, Internet, Email and Microsoft Office programs.
Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills, including abilities to train on process safety topics, management systems and programs.

Nice To Haves

Certification as a CCPSC (Certified Process Safety Professional) is beneficial.
Certification as a Process Hazards Analysis Facilitator.
Certification as a Functional Safety Expert – IEC 61511.

Responsibilities

Provide senior-level leadership and serve as site and segment subject matter expert for hazard and risk assessment methodologies, including HazOp, LOPA, What-if, BowTie, Fault Tree Analysis, Human Factor Checklist etc.
Lead and facilitate Process Hazard Analyses (clean sheets, revalidations, MOCs, D&R / closeout and Capital Projects) for assigned units of responsibility, and support other units as requested. PHA studies include Layers of Protection Analyses to further assess hazard prevention and mitigation ensuring Independent Layers of Protections (IPLs) are appropriately evaluated.
Provide expert internal training, certification and mentorship for hazard study leaders and participants.
Champion the requirements and internal guidance for Independent Protection of Layers (IPLs), driving measurable improvements in risk reduction, process reliability, and cost-effective implementation of safeguards.
Act as the qualified PSM representative in the regional SIS/SIL verification process with the units and the Automation team.
Create and own a balanced scorecard of PHA recommendations, risk scenarios heat map and other risk studies, such as FSS and QRA / consequence analysis.
Oversee the management and progression of recommendations from hazard studies, ensuring appropriate planning, execution, and closure. Likewise, conduct Management Intention Meetings (MIMs) to define due dates and responsible for each PHA recommendation.
Support other related process safety programs including Emergency Response and Area Electrical Classification.
Drive improvements to hazard study processes, PSM program, and risk assessment methodologies with focus on efficiency, consistency, and risk reduction.
Provide segment-wide technical guidance, ensuring alignment of risk assessment practices across multiple operating units. Including the development and deployment of assigned process safety standards and procedures in alignment with regulatory and corporate requirements.
Serve as the site EPA Risk Management Plan [RMP] Preparer and segment expert for EPA RMP requirements. Provide internal training to the segment for RMP Preparer as requested.
Ensure regulatory compliance with Federal Regulation 29 CFR 1910.119 (OSHA PSM) and 40 CFR 68 (EPA RMP).
Assist in regulatory agency inspections, third-party audits, and company-led audits, providing recommendations and ensuring sustained compliance.
Champion cross-functional safety culture transformation initiatives across the business segment, ensuring process safety is embedded into all levels of the organization including leadership and front-line operations.
Compile and share industry best practices, experiences and lessons learned from incidents.