Senior Process Safety Engineer – Green H2 & Derivatives

Smartenergy Renewables Deutschland GmbH; Bari; In loco; EUR 50.000 - 80.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading company in renewable energy is seeking a Senior Process Safety Engineer to oversee safety engineering for green hydrogen projects. This role demands extensive experience in process safety and risk assessment, working with multidisciplinary teams on critical safety aspects. The ideal candidate will have a passion for safety and engineering, contributing to innovative energy solutions in a dynamic environment.

Competenze

• 10+ years of experience in safety design and risk assessment of large-scale projects.
• Proficiency in software for safety analysis.
• Knowledge of regulations and safety legislation.

Mansioni

• Manage process safety strategy for hydrogen plants through engineering phases.
• Conduct qualitative risk assessments and prepare safety documentation.
• Review safety documentation and ensure compliance with standards.

Conoscenze

Process safety design

Risk assessment

Project management

Communication

Formazione

Engineering degree, MSc

Strumenti

DNV Phast/Safeti

Gexcon Effects

Descrizione del lavoro

Senior Process Safety Engineer – Green H2 & Derivatives

The applicant will participate in the development of the company’s green hydrogen and derived e-Fuels projects, focusing on all process safety engineering aspects. You will be responsible for ensuring that the design of all project facilities prioritizes safety and minimizes risks to stakeholders and the community.

Mission / Objectives

• Design safety installations and develop/review safety studies (e.g., safety reviews, risk analysis, explosion and blast analysis, CFD modelling, gas detection, measurements) to approve engineering documentation, ensure safe design solutions, and guide stakeholders.
• Develop safety standards aligned with regulatory requirements and industry best practices for project stakeholders, including engineering teams, contractors, and vendors.

Tasks and Responsibilities

1. Manage process safety strategy for hydrogen and derivatives plants throughout all engineering phases, providing guidance to project teams.
2. Conduct qualitative risk assessments based on stakeholder input.
3. Preliminary sizing of fire-fighting facilities, F&G design philosophies, and Hazardous Area Classification.
4. Support decision-making on safety aspects related to equipment, buildings, and infrastructure during plant design.
5. Prepare safety documentation for local authorities, including fire and explosion analyses, and risk assessments.
6. Review and approve safety documentation prepared by third parties, ensuring compliance with standards and regulations.
7. Stay updated on technical developments, standards, and legislation to prioritize safety in projects.
8. Participate in safety workshops such as HAZOP, SIL/LOPA, HAZID, among others.
9. Perform other duties as assigned.
10. Demonstrable 10+ years of experience in safety design and risk assessment of large-scale oil & gas, petrochemical, or hydrogen facilities.
11. Experience with HAZID, HAZOP, SIL assessments, occupational safety, and hazards management.
12. Proficiency with software like DNV Phast/Safeti or Gexcon Effects.
13. Knowledge of regulations, standards, and industry practices.
14. Experience working in multidisciplinary teams on process plant projects.
15. Excellent English communication skills; Portuguese is a plus.
16. Hydrogen systems experience is advantageous.
17. Familiarity with safety legislation in Portugal, Spain, Italy, or Germany is a plus.
18. Additional language skills (German, Spanish, Italian) are beneficial.

Attributes

• Hardworking, organized, proactive, team-oriented, flexible, and able to work under pressure.
• Curious with a strong interest in learning.

Education

Engineering degree, MSc, in a relevant discipline.

How to Apply?

If interested, please send your CV and cover letter. Applications are evaluated continuously until the ideal candidate is found.

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