Principal Process Safety Management Engineer

Honeywell; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Honeywell is seeking a Principal Process Safety Management Engineer in Houston, TX, to enhance process safety and operational excellence within the Energy & Sustainability Solutions business unit. The role involves developing compliance programs, conducting audits, and leading incident investigations, all aimed at improving safety performance and ensuring adherence to regulations. Candidates should possess a strong background in process safety and risk management, with a degree in Engineering and relevant certifications.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of experience with Process Safety and Risk Management.
• Familiarity with OSHA PSM and EPA RMP regulations.
• Proficiency in hazard identification and risk assessment techniques.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular audits and identify potential process safety risks.
• Implement hazard studies and develop risk assessment recommendations.
• Lead incident investigations to identify root causes and recommend actions.

Skills

Process Safety

Risk Management

Hazard Identification

Data Analysis

Education

Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

HAZOP

LOPA

PHAST

SaferOne

Job description

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THE POSITION

Join an organization that demonstrates a proactive and risk-based health and safety management system, combined with strong employee engagement and an environment that foster continuous improvement. This is a key role on the corporate ESS HSE Process Safety Team.

In the Principal Process Safety Management Engineer position, you will be a process safety professional for our Health Safety & Environment (HSE) function in the Energy & Sustainability Solutions (ESS) business unit. This position reports directly to the Head of HSE for ESS. You will enable successful process safety performance and operational excellence across the enterprise. You will accomplish this by collaborating with the process safety network and establishing strong working relationships with the employees at the site. You will be a key process safety resource by implementing sustainable programs through integration of process safety best practices and continuous improvement of the process safety management program.

The position is a hybrid role that can report into the following Honeywell locations: Houston, TX, Charlotte, NC, or Rosemont, IL.

U.S. PERSON REQUIREMENTS

Due to compliance with U.S. export control laws and regulations, candidate must be a U.S. Person, which is defined as, a U.S. citizen, a U.S. permanent resident, or have protected status in the U.S. under asylum or refugee status.YOU MUST HAVE

• 5-10 years of experience with Process Safety and Risk Management
• Experience interpreting and providing direction with OSHA PSM and EPA RMP regulations
• Proficiency in hazard identification and risk assessment techniques (e.g., HAZOP, What-If, LOPA, QRA, DHA)
• Familiarity with NFPA combustible dust requirements and dust hazards analysis
• Familiarity with modeling software (e.g., PHAST, SaferOne)
  

WE VALUE

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Chemical Engineering, Safety Engineering, or a related field
• Familiarity with data analytics and key performance indicators
• Familiarity with human performance / human factors
• AIChE Center for Chemical Process Safety certification (CCPSC)
• Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma Certification
• Exposure to Honeywell Operating System
• Good Microsoft Office skills
• Good English communication
• Strong team leadership and project management capabilities

• Process Safety Management (PSM):
  • Develop and maintain Process Safety Management programs in compliance with regulatory requirements (e.g., OSHA, EPA).
  • Conduct regular audits and assessments of chemical processes to proactively identify potential process safety risks.
  • Analyze data from process safety metrics and incident reports to improve PSM practices.
• Risk Assessment and Analysis:
  • Implement hazard and operability studies (HAZOP), layer of protection analysis (LOPA), dust hazards analysis (DHA), and quantitative risk assessments (QRA) to identify high-risk areas.
  • Develop and implement process hazards analysis (PHA) recommendations to reduce risk and improve operational reliability.
  • Ensure programs are fit for purpose and drive risk mitigation at the appropriate level
• Incident Investigation and Reporting:
  • Lead incident learning / investigations of process safety events, loss of containment, and near-miss events to identify root causes and recommend sustainable corrective actions.
  • Prepare detailed reports and presentations on findings and recommendations for management review.
• Regulatory Compliance:
  • Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations regarding chemical safety and environmental impact.
  • Stay updated on changes in safety regulations and guidelines and adjust PSM programs accordingly.
• Collaboration and Communication:
  • Work closely with sites, engineering, and maintenance teams to enhance process safety awareness and practices across all levels of the organization.
• Continuous Improvement:
  • Lead initiatives aimed at continuous improvement of process safety performance and overall operational excellence while maintaining programs that are fit for purpose.
  • Utilize technical expertise and industry knowledge to propose innovative solutions to safety challenges.

About Us

Honeywell helps organizations solve the world's most complex challenges in automation, the future of aviation and energy transition. As a trusted partner, we provide actionable solutions and innovation through our Aerospace Technologies, Building Automation, Energy and Sustainability Solutions, and Industrial Automation business segments - powered by our Honeywell Forge software - that help make the world smarter, safer and more sustainable.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Manufacturing

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