Applied Science Project Engineer - Process Safety (Perth)

Thornton Tomasetti; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Thornton Tomasetti in Perth, Australia, is seeking a Project Engineer to join our Applied Science team, delivering process safety solutions for oil, gas and petrochemical operators. You will engage with EPCMs, consultants and industry bodies from early in projects, ensuring technical quality and client value.

You will grow technically and commercially, with project management responsibilities, proposal support and delivery of safe, compliant solutions across diverse projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physics or Applied Mathematics.
• 5–10 years of experience in process safety engineering or a related discipline.
• Strong problem-solving ability and understanding of fundamental principles.
• Australian or New Zealand citizens or permanent residents at time of application.
• Willingness to learn new skills and tackle complex problems.

Responsibilities

• Support projects in process safety management including fire load response, hydrocarbon fire modelling and gas dispersion analysis.
• Perform risk assessments qualitative and quantitative; contribute to Safety Case support.
• Prepare project proposals and support business growth; manage projects to deliver on time and budget.
• Present results and recommendations to clients to ensure understanding of implications and value.

Skills

Process safety

Risk assessment

Fire modelling

Seismic assessment

Project management

Client communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physics or Applied Mathematics

Job description

Thornton Tomasetti in Perth, Australia, is seeking a Project Engineer to join our Applied Science team, delivering process safety solutions for oil, gas and petrochemical operators. You will engage with EPCMs, consultants and industry bodies from early in projects, ensuring technical quality and client value.

You will grow technically and commercially, with project management responsibilities, proposal support and delivery of safe, compliant solutions across diverse projects.