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Principal Process Safety Engineer Jobs in Indiana

Evonik

Senior Process Safety Engineer

Lafayette, IN · Hybrid

Provide process safety training to site. * Foster relationships with stakeholders to promote process safety. * Enhance competencies of site engineers and chemists in process safety. * Stay updated on ...

Eli Lilly and Company

Process Safety Lead

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

$98K - $128K/yr

The Engineering Technology Center (ETC) is a group of skilled engineering practitioners who possess deep technical expertise.The primary role of this position is to provide process safety related ...

Eli Lilly and Company

Process Safety Lead

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

$98K - $128K/yr

The Engineering Technology Center (ETC) is a group of skilled engineering practitioners who possess deep technical expertise. The primary role of this position is to provide process safety related ...

H.B. Fuller Company

PSM Engineer

South Bend, IN · On-site

Position Overview The Process Safety Management (PSM) Engineer leads process risk reduction initiatives across multiple manufacturing facilities handling flammable materials. This role serves as the ...

H.B Fuller

PSM Engineer

South Bend, IN · On-site

Position Overview The Process Safety Management (PSM) Engineer leads process risk reduction initiatives across multiple manufacturing facilities handling flammable materials. This role serves as the ...

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How much do principal process safety engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for principal process safety engineer in Indiana is $142,813.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $123,700.00 and $161,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Principal Process Safety Engineer vs Process Safety Engineer?

AspectPrincipal Process Safety EngineerProcess Safety Engineer
CredentialsTypically requires advanced certifications like API, NEBOSH, or equivalent, along with extensive industry experienceRequires relevant engineering degree and safety certifications, often less extensive experience needed
Work EnvironmentLeads safety programs, reviews safety protocols, and mentors teams in industrial settingsSupports safety assessments, implements safety procedures, and assists in risk analysis
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in large oil & gas, chemical, and petrochemical companies for senior safety rolesCommon in similar industries for safety support roles at various levels

The main difference is that the Principal Process Safety Engineer holds a senior leadership role with strategic responsibilities, while the Process Safety Engineer focuses on implementing safety measures and supporting safety protocols. Both roles require relevant certifications and industry experience, but the principal position involves more oversight and mentorship.

Principal Process Safety Engineer jobs near you
Infographic showing various Principal Process Safety Engineer job openings in Indiana as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 95% Full Time, and 5% Nights. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $142,813 per year, or $68.7 per hour.

Principal Process Safety Engineer-Mobile, Alabama

Evonik

Lafayette, IN

Full-time

Re-posted 23 days ago

Evonik rating

8.6

Company rating: 8.6 out of 10

Based on 39 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

16th of 100 rated chemical manufacturers

Job description

What we offer

You will work on exciting and challenging topics together with a team in an ultra-modern, innovative and creative environment. Intensive on-the-job training with expert colleagues guarantees you will quickly become familiar with your duties and perform them independently. Performance related pay and the opportunity for personal and professional development are of course part of the package.

Click on the link to learn more about Evonik from our employees:

https://careers.evonik.com/en/about/meet-the-team/

Provide technical process safety engineering support services to Evonik Divisions and Business Lines to support their responsibility for designing, constructing, and operating safe chemical production processes throughout the process lifecycle.

CANDIDATE - Must be residing or willing to relocate to Mobile, Alabama

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • This role does not directly support PSM programs or specific "element" implementation, PSM/RMP compliance mandates and/or auditing functions. The focus is on the technical engineering aspects of process safety such as:

  • Perform various process safety calculations related to e. g. the design of new emergency relief systems, the evaluation of existing emergency relief system designs, dispersion analysis, flammability analysis, consequence modeling, combustible dust hazards, reactive hazard analyses & evaluation, etc.

  • Facilitation of process safety discussions as PHA leader (HAZOP/PAAG, structured What-If) PREFERRED

  • Preparation for and support of Hazard Identification (HazId) studies, Hazard Identification & Risk Assessment (HIRA) studies, Process Hazard Analyses (PHA), Facility Siting Analyses (FSA), etc. PREFERRED

  • Determination and evaluation of process hazards from process deviations

  • Development and evaluation of process safety concepts for production plants at our production sites (national and international)

  • Safety technical consultancy on prevention and protection concepts and technical solutions for production plants and within investment projects (national and international)

  • Close cooperation with production, process technology and engineering

REQUIREMENTS

  • B.Sc. in Chemical Engineering, Process Technology or Chemistry minimum, M.Sc. or PhD preferred

  • 5 years minimum required , 10 years preferred of Professional experience in chemical industry in process safety, facilitations and/or safety calculations ,production, engineering or notified body

  • Knowledge and experience in safety engineering

  • Knowledge of relevant local regulations and industry standards

  • Strong analytical skills, systematic and structured way of working

  • Very good English written and spoken language skills. Strong team and communication skills

  • Initiative, sense of responsibility, flexibility

  • Up to 25% Travel

The Evonik Group adopts an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) approach. Candidates are assessed based on their educational qualifications, experience, job competencies and potential and shall not be discriminated against on the basis of race, ethnicity, age, gender, religion, nationality, disability or sexual orientation or other classifications protected by local, state, or provincial regulations.

Your Application

To ensure that your application is proceeded as quickly as possible and to protect the environment, please apply online via ourcareersportal. Further information about Evonik as Employer can be found at www.evonik.com/en/careers.html.

Please address your application to the Talent Acquisition Manager, statingyour earliest possible starting date and your salary expectations.

Your Talent Acquisition Manager:

Emma Martinez [C]

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