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Buckman

Process Safety Engineer

Cadet, MO · On-site

Process Safety Engineer Location: Cadet, MO, USA Language:English Travel:10%- 15% Seniority Level: Associate Buckman is a privately held, global specialty chemical company with headquarters in ...

INEOS

Process Safety Manager

League City, TX · On-site

$180K/yr

Process Safety Manager & Technical Authority (TA2) INEOS Olefins & Polymers USA Location: League City, Texas (hybrid) Grade: S1 Salary Range: Starting at $180,000 (commensurate with experience ...

EPMA

Process Safety Engineer

Deer Park, TX · On-site

Our client is seeking a Process Safety Engineer to lead and implement process safety programs across terminal sites in Texas and Louisiana. This is a key role ensuring regulatory compliance, process ...

Buckman

Process Safety Engineer

Cadet, MO · On-site

Process Safety Engineer Location: Cadet, MO, USA Language:English Travel:10%- 15% Seniority Level: Associate Buckman is a privately held, global specialty chemical company with headquarters in ...

Targa Resources

Process Safety Engineer

Tulsa, OK · On-site

This position is responsible for advancing process safety management (PSM) across the organization, ensuring policies and procedures are consistent, effective, and aligned with industry best ...

Ashland

Process Safety Engineer

Hopewell, VA · On-site

Process Safety Engineer Are you the kind of person who is always thinking, sketching, seeking, and adjusting? Who needs to understand how things work and then figure out how they can work better? Are ...

ExxonMobil

Process Safety Engineer

Baton Rouge, LA · On-site

What role you will play in our team Process Safety Engineer who will advise operations in the management of process safety risks and hazards through technical support and facilitation of hazard ...

ExxonMobil

Process Safety Engineer

Baton Rouge, LA

What role you will play in our team Process Safety Engineer who will advise operations in the management of process safety risks and hazards through technical support and facilitation of hazard ...

AcuTech Group, Inc.

Process Safety Engineers

We have deep expertise in Process Safety Management (PSM), Training, Implementation, Auditing, Process Hazard Analyses (PHA's), Hazard and Operability Studies (HAZOPs), Quantitative Risk Assessment ...

Cambrex

Process Safety Engineer

Charles City, IA · On-site

The Process Safety Engineer will be responsible for process safety initiatives at the site, including laboratory and manufacturing operations. Responsibilities: * Participate in evaluations of New ...

TPC Group

Manager - Process Safety

Houston, TX · On-site

Position Summary The Corporate Manager, Process Safety Management (PSM) is accountable for establishing, governing, and continuously improving TPC Group's enterprise process safety framework. This ...

Oxy

Process Safety Manager

Dallas, TX

This role leads Process Safety and Process Risk Management across OxyChem manufacturing sites, ensuring the protection of employees, the environment, customers, and surrounding communities. The ...

Pilgrim's

Process Safety Manager

Athens, GA

$92.92K - $112.89K/yr

Process Safety Manager Responsible for working with all to promote Safe Processes, Projects, Products and People through use of OSHA safe work practices. Maintaining Safety as a condition. *** This ...

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Process Safety Engineer

Process Safety Engineer

Buckman

Cadet, MO • On-site

Full-time

Posted 28 days ago

Job description

Process Safety Engineer
Location:Cadet, MO, USA
Language:English
Travel:10%- 15%
Seniority Level: Associate

Buckman is a privately held, global specialty chemical company with headquarters in Memphis, TN, USA, committed to safeguarding the environment, maintaining safety in the workplace, and promoting sustainable development. Be a part of our chemistry. Buckman associates have a real impact. Not just on the world of chemistry, but also on how the world uses chemistry to enhance manufacturing, improve products, solve problems and protect the environment. Together we practice the chemistry of success with an innovative mix of commitment and reward, teamwork and improvement, leadership and transformation, integrity and growth. We believe in a healthy work/life balance and we recognize the importance of advancement opportunities and competitive compensation.
The Process Safety Engineer is responsible for leading and managing process safety initiatives to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and best practices. This role focuses on identifying and mitigating risks associated with chemical and manufacturing processes while driving continuous improvement in process safety management (PSM) systems. The ideal candidate will have a some background in process safety, risk assessment, and regulatory compliance, as well as experience working in a manufacturing or chemical processing environment.
Process Safety Management (PSM) & Compliance
  • Lead the implementation and continuous improvement of PSM programs in compliance with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.119 and other applicable regulations.
  • Conduct Process Hazard Analyses (PHA), Layer of Protection Analyses (LOPA), and Hazard and Operability Studies (HAZOP) to identify and mitigate risks.
  • Develop and maintain process safety documentation, including Process Safety Information (PSI), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and safety guidelines.
Risk Assessment & Incident Investigation
  • Perform qualitative and quantitative risk assessments, including consequence modeling, dispersion analysis, and fire/explosion risk evaluations.
  • Lead or support incident investigations related to process safety events, root cause analyses (RCA), and the development of corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs).
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives based on incident learnings and industry best practices.
Training & Collaboration
  • Provide process safety training to engineers, operators, and maintenance personnel to enhance safety awareness and competency.
  • Collaborate with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams to ensure process safety is integrated into design, modifications, and operational procedures.
  • Support capital projects by reviewing process safety requirements during design and implementation phases.
Audits & Continuous Improvement
  • Conduct internal PSM audits to assess program effectiveness and compliance.
  • Recommend and implement process safety improvements to enhance operational safety and efficiency.
  • Stay updated on emerging process safety trends, regulations, and technologies to ensure industry-leading safety practices.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in Chemical Engineering, Process Safety, or a related field required; a Master's degree is a plus.
  • Minimum of 0-5 years of experience in process safety engineering within the chemical, manufacturing, or related industry.
  • Core knowledge of PSM, RMP, HAZOP, LOPA, and other process safety methodologies.
  • Experience with risk assessment tools, process modeling software (e.g., PHAST, ALOHA, or similar), and regulatory compliance.
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