Functional Safety Engineer Jobs in Ontario (NOW HIRING)

 Requisition ID: 41861  Job Description In every role, McCainers are ambitious, curious, and passionate about creating exceptional work experiences - together. With a customer-first mindset, we make doing business with McCain easy.  About the role. The Global Process Safety Engineer is a key role within the Global Engineering team, responsible for driving process and equipment safety across McCain’s manufacturing network and capital investment portfolio. The role provides technical expertise, risk-based guidance and global standards that help ensure assets are designed, built and commissioned right — and that operational sites continue to perform safely throughout their lifecycle.Working alongside Regional Engineering, Project Management, Health & Safety and Manufacturing teams, the role reduces severe incident and fatality potential (SIFp), supports consistent deployment of safety standards across facilities, and acts as a trusted technical partner across McCain’s global network. What you'll be doing.Process Safety and Risk ManagementSupport implementation and continuous improvement of global process and equipment safety programsProvide technical guidance and subject matter support to site & project teamsAssist in hazard identification, evaluation, and mitigation to reduce SIFpApply the global risk ranking framework to assess incident potential and ensure consistencySupport integration of process safety into capital projects, MOC, and operational risk assessments Standards, Governance, and Program ExecutionSupport development and maintenance of global process and equipment safety standards and proceduresAssist in consistent deployment of standards across facilitiesParticipate in governance activities, audits, and program verificationTrack trends and identify opportunities for safety improvement Process Safety Management (PSM) and Refrigeration SafetySupport PSM and related risk management program implementation across facilitiesProvide technical support for high-hazard systems, including ammonia and industrial refrigeration systems.Support sites with Key Elements of Refrigeration (KERs) and the development and follow-through of corrective action plans.Assist in implementing mechanical integrity, operating procedures, PHAs, incident investigations, and MOC processes. Risk Assessment and Hazard AnalysisFacilitate or support PHAs, HAZOPs, JHAs, and equipment hazard reviews.Work with site & project teams to identify control measures.Support corrective action follow-up from assessments and audits. Machine and Equipment SafetySupport implementation of global machine safety standards.Participate in machine safety assessments and safeguarding reviews.Provide technical support for guarding and other critical safety features.Ensure alignment with applicable standards and regulatory requirements. Thermal ProcessSupport safety programs related to thermal processing.Assist in identifying and mitigating hazards associated with fuel systems, oil management and protective designs.Support the global safety team with ongoing fryer fire risk assessments and design improvements to reduce risk. Pressure Systems and Mechanical IntegritySupport process safety and compliance activities for boilers, pressure vessels, and related systems.Assist in inspections, maintenance, and operational requirements.Provide support for pressure relief device management and integrity verification. Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS) and Controls SafetySupport SIS and functional safety practicesParticipate in safety reviews, protection layer assessments LOPA, and risk evaluations Chemical and CIP SafetySupport chemical hazard management, automated chemical dosing, and CIP system safetyAssist in containment, handling, and emergency response planningSupport safe operational and maintenance practices Training and Capability BuildingSupport development and delivery of technical training programsProvide coaching and technical guidance to site teamsContribute to tools and resources that build global capability What you'll need to be successful.  Education Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or related) Experience5–10 years in process safety, equipment safety, manufacturing engineering, asset integrity, or operational risk managementExperience in food manufacturing, frozen food processing, CPG, industrial manufacturing, chemicals, or other high-hazard environmentsExperience implementing or supporting process safety and equipment safety programsExperience with high-risk systems: refrigeration, pressure systems, machine safety, electrical safety, thermal processing, chemical handlingExperience facilitating risk assessments, PHAs, HAZOPs, hazard reviews, and safety improvement initiatives across multiple sites Technical KnowledgeProcess Safety Management (PSM)Risk assessment methodologies (PHA, HAZOP, JHA, task-based)Mechanical Integrity principlesManagement of Change (MOC)Machine safeguarding and equipment safetyArc flash and electrical safetyPressure systems and relief protectionIndustrial refrigeration systems (ammonia)SIS / functional safety conceptsChemical hazard management and CIP systemsISO, ANSI, CSA, OSHA, IEC 61511, and regional standards Core CompetenciesTechnical problem-solving and engineering judgmentAbility to influence cross-functional teamsStrong written and verbal communicationTranslate technical risk into practical operational actionsPlanning, organization, and follow-throughComfortable in a global, matrixed environmentAbility to manage multiple priorities and support diverse site needs Travel RequirementAbility to travel domestically and internationally as needed to support sites, audits, assessments, and project work. About McCain.  Click Here to learn more about McCain and how we provide you with opportunities to make an impact that matters.  Leadership principles. At McCain, our leadership principles guide how we engage with customers, collaborate as a team, and achieve success. We focus on understanding customer needs, driving innovation, empowering people, and taking ownership to clear obstacles and deliver results.  The McCain experience. We are McCain. This statement is a testament to our collective strength and our individual value. Your contributions play a vital role in our success. Our winning culture is rooted in authenticity and trust, empowering us to bring out the best in one another. Here, you’ll find opportunities to learn, grow, and thrive. Join us and experience why we’re better together. Compensation Package: $102,700.00 - $137,000.00 . CAD annually + Bonus Eligibility  The above reflects the target compensation range for the position at the time of posting. Hiring compensation will be determined based on experience, skill set, education and training, and other organizational needs. This posting is for an existing vacancy.