Process Safety Engineer

Olin Corporation; Freeport (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Available

Job summary

Olin Corporation is seeking a Process Safety Engineer for its Freeport, TX site. The role focuses on developing and implementing process safety programs, ensuring compliance with PSM, RAGAGEP, and industry best practices across operations.

The position involves mentoring plant personnel and leading safety initiatives to reduce risk and drive operational excellence. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's in Engineering (Chemical Engineering preferred) with 3–5 years of relevant experience,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering; Chemical Engineering degree preferred.
• 3–5 years in chemical industry with Process Safety Management experience.
• Experience leading PHA/LOPA reviews and plant improvement projects.
• Knowledge of OSHA PSM and EPA RMP regulations.
• Able to obtain TWIC and possess a valid US driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Lead revalidation and implementation of LOPA/PHA and close identified gaps.
• Review and approve engineering deliverables for compliance with process safety standards and RAGAGEP.
• Manage and lead PHA, LOPA, HazOp, FMEA and other PSM studies for existing processes and projects.
• Develop, enhance, and implement process safety fundamentals and operating disciplines.
• Drive improvements to the process safety culture through operations trainings and RCA support.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Chemical Engineering degree preferred

Tools

LOPA

PHA

HazOp

FMEA

PSM

Job description

Title: Process Safety Engineer

Location: Freeport, TX

Salary: $100,000 - $150,000

Schedule: 9/80; 5/8's

Travel: Requires routine travel between Texas Operations facilities, with occasional off-hours support for startups, turnarounds, and incident response.

Relocation Available

Focus

The Process Safety Engineer is responsible for supporting the plant in development and implementation of regulatory, Recognized and Generally Accepted Good Engineering Practices (RAGAGEP), and industry best practices into operations. This role provides technical expertise and leadership in implementing and sustaining process safety programs across the site. This position influences decisions, mentors other plant personnel, and leads process safety initiatives across the site to ensure risk reduction and operational excellence.

Essential Job Functions

• Lead the plant's revalidation and implementation of LOPA/PHA and resolve identified gaps.
• Review and approve engineering deliverables for compliance with process safety standards and RAGAGEP.
• Manage and lead Process Hazard Analysis (PHA), Layer of Protection Analysis (LOPA), HazOp, FMEA and other PSM-related studies for existing processes, projects, and modifications.
• Develop, enhance, and implement process safety fundamentals and operating disciplines.
• Drive improvements to the plants process safety culture through operations trainings; being an active participant in MOC reviews, procedure audits, and supporting the plant in process safety related root cause analysis (RCA).
• Execute gap assessments against Olin process safety fundamentals through collaboration with facility resources and subject matter owners.
• Support facilities in understanding and application of Olin process safety fundamentals and loss prevention principles.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree* in Engineering; Chemical Engineering degree preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of chemical industry experience, Process Safety Management, or similar process safety function; 5+ years preferred.
• Experience with plant improvement project implementation and leading process hazard analysis (PHA) reviews.
• Working knowledge of OSHA's PSM (29 CFR 1910) and EPA's (40 CFR 68) regulations.
• Functional knowledge of consequence modeling, PSM and RMP program development, quantitative risk analysis, fault-tree analysis, SIL/Sis, and relief systems preferred.
• Prior Olin experience in a relevant position preferred.
• Must be able to obtain a TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Credential) and possess a valid US Driver's license.

Physical & Work Requirements

• This role is approximately 50% office-based and 50% plant-based, with allocation varying based on operational requirements, audits, field reviews, and business needs.
• The position requires the ability to safely access and navigate an operating industrial facility, including exposure to outdoor conditions, varying temperatures, heat, and humidity during site inspections and field activities.
• This position requires the ability to walk and work on various surface conditions, including asphalt, rock, gravel, uneven terrain, metal grating, and metal plate overlays; as well as climb stairs, ladders, and access elevated platforms throughout site units.
• The role requires use of appropriate PPE, including hard hat, safety glasses, flame-resistant clothing, respirator, and steel-toe boots.
• Essential functions must be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, consistent with applicable law and safety requirements.

An All-In Investment in Your Future

As a global leader in both chemical manufacturing and ammunition, Olin empowers over 8,000 individuals to make an impact both at work and in our surrounding communities. View a snapshot of our comprehensive benefits package.

*Degree must be from a school that is accredited by an accrediting agency recognized by the Secretary of Education of the U.S. Department of Education or equivalent program from an international university.

*Olin does not provide any form of sponsorship to applicants not authorized to work in the US.

Olin is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.