Industrial Process Safety Engineer / Consultant

Harrington Group, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

Remote-friendly culture

Competitive pay

Job summary

Harrington Group, Inc. is seeking an Industrial Process Safety Engineer or Consultant (remote, U.S.-based) to grow expertise in chemical process safety, hazardous materials, and explosion protection engineering.

The role supports client engagements with mentorship from senior staff and opportunities for leadership as experience grows. You will evaluate chemical inventories, perform DHAs per NFPA standards, and develop defensible protection strategies using engineering and administrative

Qualifications

• 3+ years of relevant experience in chemical or mechanical process design, combustible dust hazard analysis, explosion protection, process safety, or related industrial risk consulting.
• B.S. in Engineering or related technical field; PE preferred.
• Experience in industrial facilities and ability to travel 10–30%.

Responsibilities

• Maintain trusted client relationships and advise on process safety risks.
• Communicate with AHJs, insurers, and project stakeholders.
• Evaluate inventories, SDS, and DHAs; classify hazards.
• Review PFDs, P&IDs, control narratives, and drawings for needed fire/explosion protection.
• Perform DHAs per NFPA 660, 652, 654, 61, 484, 664.
• Conduct hazard evaluations and engineering calculations.
• Develop protection options and cost/benefit analyses.
• Design fire and explosion protection systems.
• Research code compliance alternatives and support inspections.

Skills

Process safety

Hazard analysis

Dust hazard analysis

PFD & P&ID review

Explosions protection

Client relationship management

Technical communication

Independent work

Travel flexibility

Education

B.S. in Engineering

PE license preferred

Engineering field fit

Job description

Industrial Process Safety Engineer / Consultant

Remote (U.S. Based) Full Time

HGI is a leading fire protection engineering and consulting firm helping industrial and manufacturing clients manage the risks posed by combustible dust, chemical processes, and hazardous materials. We are seeking an Industrial Process Safety Engineer or Consultant to join our growing team and work alongside senior staff who provide mentorship as you build your expertise in chemical process safety, hazardous materials, and explosion protection engineering to help clients satisfy applicable codes and standards while making informed business decisions.

This position is offered under two titles: Industrial Process Safety Engineer, held by candidates with a P.E. license, or Industrial Process Safety Consultant, held by all other candidates.

Client & Stakeholder Relationship Management

You will build trusted client relationships through consistent, reliable service and advise clients on process safety risks and recommended solutions so they can make informed business decisions. You will also communicate directly with Authorities Having Jurisdiction (“AHJs”), insurers, and other project stakeholders.

You will evaluate chemical inventories, safety data sheets, and process documentation to classify hazards, and perform Dust Hazard Analyses (“DHAs”) in accordance with NFPA 660, 652, 654, 61, 484, and 664. You will also analyze chemical processes and inventories against applicable building and fire codes and nationally recognized standards.

You will develop practical, defensible protection and mitigation strategies using engineering, administrative, and operational controls, including systems such as deflagration venting, explosion suppression, isolation, containment, and detection.

Professional Growth

You will deliver client engagements with guidance and technical review from senior staff, building direct client relationships and growing your technical depth in chemical processes, hazardous materials, and combustible dust hazards.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain trusted relationships with client personnel through consistent, reliable service, and advise clients on process safety risks so they can make informed business decisions
• Communicate with AHJs, insurers, and other project stakeholders on assigned projects
• Evaluate chemical inventories, safety data sheets ("SDS"), and material test reports to classify flammable/combustible liquids, gases, oxidizers, combustible dusts, and other hazardous materials
• Review process flow diagrams ("PFDs"), piping and instrumentation diagrams ("P&IDs"), control narratives, and engineering drawings to identify required fire and explosion protection measures
• Perform and document Dust Hazard Analyses ("DHAs") in accordance with applicable standards, including NFPA 660, 652, 654, 61, 484, and 664
• Conduct process hazard evaluations and engineering calculations to determine hazard severity and the adequacy of proposed protection options
• Develop protection options, and recommend the Best Total Solution based on cost/benefit analysis and client needs
• Perform design tasks and calculations for fire and explosion protection systems, including deflagration venting, explosion suppression, isolation, containment, and detection
• Analyze chemical processes and inventories against applicable codes and standards, and research alternative methods of code compliance
• Perform field surveys, assist with system inspections and acceptance testing, and support post-incident evaluations and regulatory or insurance inquiries
• Prepare reports, letters, specifications, and client presentations that are accurate, complete, and delivered within schedule and budget expectations
• Strong technical knowledge of chemical process safety, hazardous materials, and combustible dust hazard evaluation
• Ability to perform confidently and decisively, balancing adherence to standards with creative, impactful client solutions
• Equally proficient in client service and analytical engineering problem-solving
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment while collaborating effectively with distributed teams

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• B.S. in Engineering (Chemical, Fire Protection, Mechanical, Electrical, etc.), engineering technology, or a related technical field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• 3+ years of relevant experience in chemical or mechanical process design, combustible dust hazard analysis, explosion protection, process safety, or related industrial risk consulting; related experience in adjacent fire protection or industrial safety disciplines is a plus
• Experience working in or designing industrial, manufacturing, processing, or material-handling facilities is highly desirable
• Professional Engineer ("P.E.") license preferred; candidates with a P.E. license hold the title Industrial Process Safety Engineer, while other candidates hold the title Industrial Process Safety Consultant
• U.S. citizenship or valid work visa required
• Willingness to travel to client sites for site visits and field assessments at industrial facilities, typically 10-30% depending on project phase

At HGI, we believe in hiring the best, giving our engineers the tools to succeed, and fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration.

Here’s what you can expect:

• Work on impactful projects –Our Industrial Process Safety Engineers and Consultants help clients across a wide range of industrial and manufacturing environments protect their people, property, and operations from fire, explosion, and chemical process hazards.
• Mentorship from industry leaders –We provide guidance, training, and leadership development to help you grow.
• A culture of collaboration and innovation –We take pride in being a remote-friendly firm that values teamwork and work-life balance. We encourage innovation both in the solutions we deliver to clients and in how we operate as a team and a business.
• Competitive compensation and benefits –The base salary range for this role is approximately $100,000 - $130,000 per year, based on years of applicable experience, professional licensure (PE preferred), and engineering level assigned through our internal evaluation process. In addition to base salary, this role includes significant bonus potential, professional development support, and opportunities for leadership advancement. This range reflects a good-faith estimate at the time of posting and is not a guarantee of final compensation, which may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, geographic location, and internal equity.
• Autonomy with support –We trust our engineers and consultants to take ownership of their work while providing a supportive environment for success.