Remote Process Safety Engineer

Placements24; Kimberley; Hybrid; CAD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Remote work stipend

Professional development

Flexible working hours

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Remote Process Safety Engineer to champion safety across operations on a fully remote basis. The role involves developing, implementing, and overseeing Process Safety Management (PSM) programs, conducting PHAs (HAZOP/LOPA), leading incident investigations, and ensuring compliance with OSHA PSM and CCPS guidance.

Strong remote collaboration and communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years in process safety engineering in chemical/petrochemical.
• Deep knowledge of PSM, risk assessment techniques, and safety standards (OSHA PSM, CCPS).
• Experience with HAZOPs, LOPAs, and other risk assessment methods.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for remote collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive Process Safety Management (PSM) programs.
• Conduct and lead Process Hazard Analyses (PHAs) such as HAZOP and LOPA studies.
• Perform incident investigations, root cause analyses (RCAs), and recommend corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable local and international safety regulations and standards.
• Provide technical expertise and training on process safety principles to various teams.
• Develop and update safety procedures, guidelines, and documentation for remote access and review.

Skills

Process safety

Risk assessment

Remote collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

HAZOP

LOPA

RCA

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a dedicated Remote Process Safety Engineer to join their global team and champion safety across their operations. This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere while playing a crucial role in ensuring the highest standards of process safety are maintained. You will be responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing process safety management (PSM) programs, conducting risk assessments, and providing expert guidance to engineering and operations teams. The ideal candidate is passionate about safety, possesses deep knowledge of relevant regulations and best practices, and excels at remote collaboration and communication.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive Process Safety Management (PSM) programs.
• Conduct and lead Process Hazard Analyses (PHAs) such as HAZOP and LOPA studies.
• Perform incident investigations, root cause analyses (RCAs), and recommend corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable local and international safety regulations and standards.
• Provide technical expertise and training on process safety principles to various teams.
• Develop and update safety procedures, guidelines, and documentation for remote access and review.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or a related technical field.
• 5+ years of experience specifically in process safety engineering within the chemical or petrochemical industry.
• In-depth knowledge of PSM elements, risk assessment techniques, and safety standards (e.g., OSHA PSM, CCPS guidelines).
• Experience conducting HAZOPs, LOPAs, and other risk assessment methodologies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, essential for remote collaboration.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance benefits.
• Generous remote work stipend for home office expenses.
• Opportunities for professional development and certifications in process safety.
• Flexible working hours and a supportive virtual team environment.