OVERVIEW Process Engineering Associates, LLC (PROCESS) is actively seeking a full-time Senior Process Engineer (Chemical Engineer) to lead process safety related projects. The role involves performance of various types of process safety work for clients in a variety of industrial market segments, in addition to supporting marketing and proposal generation efforts. Typical work performed may include:
Process Safety Management (PSM) and other services:
- Conducting Process Hazard Analyses (PHAs) using HAZOP/What-If, etc.
- Conducting Layer of Protection Analyses (LOPA)
- Conducting PSM compliance audits
- Resolving/implementing PHA recommendations
- Complete PSM/RMP program development
- Process safety information development
- SIL level selection analyses, including LOPA
- Developing and teaching process safety training courses
- Develop Electrical Area Classifications and related drawings
- Facilitating Dust Hazard Analyses (DHA) meetings
- PRD safe atmospheric relief evaluations
- Development of Cause/Effect diagrams.
Experience in the following Safety Instrumented Systems / ISA Compliance services is preferred, but not required:
- SIS design specifications (for new designs)
- Development of functional testing protocol and testing documents for ISA compliance
- Assistance with field testing, including existing systems or commissioning of new systems
- Developing and teaching SIL/SIS training courses for plant engineers.
LOCATIONThe position can be located in one of our existing office locations (TN, TX, PA, AL, SC) or can be a hybrid remote work arrangement. In either case the position will primarily be supporting clients in the United States, however, occasional international travel outside the U.S. may also be required depending on client location. Extensive travel is a requirement of this position because most PHA meetings are best held on-site at a client's location.
JOB REQUIREMENTS- B.S. in Chemical Engineering from an accredited U.S. university
- A minimum of 10 years' experience in process engineering, process safety, and design
- Experienced in the use of various PHA and SIS software
- Well versed in typical chemical process engineering deliverables (HMBs, PFDs, P&IDs, equipment specifications etc.)
- Ability to effectively interact with external and internal clients to support scoping projects, developing proposals, facilitating meetings, resolving issues, and successfully drive completion of projects
- Above average verbal and written communication skills
- Project management experience a plus but not required
- Advanced degree and professional registration a plus but not required.
COMPENSATIONBased on qualifications and experience.
