Lead Energetics Materials & Explosives Risk Management Engineer

OpenKrill; United States; On-site; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Jensen Hughes is seeking a Senior Engineer in Risk Management to lead explosives risk projects for defense, mining, and industrial clients. You will guide hazard analyses, regulatory compliance, and incident investigations, shaping safety programs and standards.

The role emphasizes leadership, technical writing, and cross-disciplinary collaboration, with domestic and international travel as needed to deliver high-stakes safety outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Chemical/Mechanical Engineering, Explosives Engineering, or equivalent; PhD a plus.
• 7+ years of progressive experience in explosives risk management with leadership on PHA teams.
• Deep expertise in NFPA 495, NFPA 660 and related regulatory environments.
• Proven incident investigation and facility design experience with energetic materials.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills; stakeholder influence.
• Experience in high-security or proprietary settings; willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Lead Process Hazards Analysis for high-risk operations, using qualitative and quantitative methods.
• Oversee regulatory compliance audits and programs (PSM, DoD, EPA, etc.) for clients.
• Direct D3 operational support, advising on decontamination and demolition approaches.
• Guide civilian and military facility siting and design projects for compliance and safety.
• Spearhead incident investigations with root cause analysis and scenario development.
• Establish and refine explosive safety standards across processing, design and training.

Skills

PHA leadership

Regulatory expertise

Technical writing

Project leadership

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Chemical/Mechanical Engineering or Explosives Engineering

Tools

PHA-Pro

PHA Works

Job description

Company Overview

Throughout our worldwide network of experts, clients and communities, we are renowned for our leadership in fire protection engineering – a legacy of responsibility we have proudly upheld since 1939. Today, our expertise extends broadly across closely related security and risk-based fields – from accessibility consulting and risk analysis to process safety, forensic investigations, security risk consulting, emergency management, digital innovation and more.

Our engineers and consultants collaborate to solve complex safety and security challenges, ensuring our clients can protect what matters most. For over 80 years, we have helped mitigate risks that threaten lives, property and reputations. Through technology, expertise and industry-leading research, we remain dedicated to our purpose of making our world safe, secure and resilient.

At Jensen Hughes, we believe that creating and sustaining a culture of trust, integrity and professional growth starts with putting our people first. Our employees are our greatest strength, and we value the unique perspectives and talents they bring to our organization.

Our wide range of Global Employee Networks connect people from across the organization, supporting career development and providing forums for individuals to share experiences on topics they're passionate about. Together, we are cultivating a connected culture where everyone has the opportunity to learn, grow and succeed together.

Job Overview

Safety Management Services, a Jensen Hughes Company, invites applications for a Senior Engineer in our Risk Management division, a Mid-Senior engineering role for professionals specializing in energetic materials and explosives. With your extensive experience, you will spearhead high-stakes projects, provide expert guidance, and drive strategic improvements in risk mitigation. This position is pivotal in delivering comprehensive safety solutions to clients in defense, mining, and industrial sectors, fostering a legacy of excellence in hazard prevention.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead comprehensive Process Hazards Analysis (PHA) for high-risk operations, prioritizing based on material type and quantity, applying qualitative (e.g., JSA, HAZOP, FMEA) and quantitative methodologies (e.g., probability risk assessment, event probabilities), and integrating consequence analysis for thermal, fragment, and overpressure effects.
• Oversee regulatory compliance audits and programs, ensuring full adherence to PSM, ATF, DoD, EPA (RCRA, NESHAP), and other standards, while developing tailored practices for clients.
• Direct D3 operational support, assessing technologies for decontamination, disassembly, and demolition (e.g., remote cutting, thermal treatment, boroscope inspection), and advising on reuse, recycle, or disposal strategies.
• Guide facility siting and design projects, navigating civilian and military regulations, and collaborating with agencies to achieve compliance and optimal safety.
• Spearhead incident investigations, leading root cause analysis, event reconstruction, and scenario development to prevent recurrences in explosives industries.
• Establish and refine explosive safety standards across categories like processing, tooling and equipment, facility design, incident investigation, training, and procedures.
• Conduct advanced offsite consequence analysis, performing dispersion calculations and assisting with government agency interactions for regulated chemical facilities.
• Provide expertise in ancillary areas such as combustible dust mitigation (site surveys, testing, DHA), arc flash analysis (NEC, NFPA 660, IEEE compliance), chemical facility security (drafting SVA/SSP per DHS), risk-based mechanical integrity programs (OSHA-compliant), and ergonomic hazard solutions.
• Mentor mid- and junior-level staff, contribute to business development, and represent SMS in industry forums, emphasizing engineering principles for risk minimization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering/ Mechanical Engineering, Explosives Engineering, or equivalent; PhD a plus.
• 7+ years of progressive experience in explosives risk management, with proven leadership in PHA teams and regulatory environments.
• Deep expertise in standards (e.g., NFPA 495, NFPA 660) and tools like PHA-Pro or PHA Works.
• Demonstrated success in incident investigation and facility design projects involving energetic materials.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills; ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Extensive experience in proprietary or high-security settings.
• Great interpersonal skills
• Strong technical writing and oral presentation skills
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally for client engagements.

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Please note that the salary range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting and not a guarantee of compensation. Final compensation may vary based on factors, including but not limited to, responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, geographic location, internal equity, alignment with market data.

Jensen Hughes offers a competitive total rewards package, which includes a retirement plan, healthcare coverage, and a broad range of other benefits. Incentives and/or benefit packages may vary depending on the position and location.

National Pay Range$130,000-$150,000 USD

Jensen Hughes is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

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*Policy on use of 3rd party recruiting agency for direct placements

Jensen Hughes will occasionally augment a recruiting search through agencies for certain positions when business conditions warrant. Jensen Hughes will not accept resumes, inquiries or proposals from recruiting agencies as an acceptable method to consider a candidate. 3rd party recruiting agencies must sign a standard Jensen Hughes agreement after being evaluated and accepted by a Human Resources or Talent Acquisition manager, or member of the talent acquisition team. Hiring managers and employees of Jensen Hughes are not authorized to accept resumes, engage in fee-based searches through recruiting firms or sign a search agreement. Please note this policy does not apply to “staffing firms” or firms that are involved with hiring temporary staff. Any recruiting agency interested in being considered may contact our recruiting team at jensenhughesrecruiting.com.