Process Safety Engineer

Huntsman; Houston, Conroe (TX, TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Huntsman in Conroe, Texas is seeking a Process Safety Engineer to support the Manufacturing function. You will help maintain Process Safety Information (PSI), support Management of Change (MOC) documentation, and assist with process safety compliance activities with cross-functional teams.

You will collaborate with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, and EHS to keep PSI accurate, lead PHA/LOPA studies, coordinate audits, and help drive continuous improvement aligned with OSHA PSM requirements.

Qualifications

• BS in Chemical Engineering with 1+ year of process safety experience
• MS in Chemical Engineering with 1+ year of related experience
• Right to work in the United States

Responsibilities

• Maintain PSI and document control systems.
• Coordinate and support MOC activities and documentation.
• Assist with IPL verification and safeguard documentation.
• Support PHA, LOPA, and risk assessments.
• Coordinate process safety audits, track corrective actions.
• Serve as SME for facility siting activities.
• Support CAPEX projects with MOC, IPL, and process safety guidance.
• Manage weekly incident classifications and records.
• Support Tier Process Safety KPI reporting and improvement.
• Collaborate with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, and EHS to ensure OSHA PSM compliance.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Technical writing

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Independent work

Education

Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering

Master of Science in Chemical Engineering

Tools

PHA-Pro

P&IDs

Document management systems

LOPA

Risk assessment software

Job description

Job Description

Process Safety Engineer Huntsman is seeking a Process Safety Engineer supporting the Manufacturing function located in Conroe, Texas. This position will report to the Technical Manager.

Job Scope

The Process Safety Engineer supports the Conroe manufacturing facility's Process Safety Management (PSM) program by maintaining Process Safety Information (PSI), supporting Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) activities, coordinating Management of Change (MOC) documentation, and assisting with process safety compliance initiatives. This role works closely with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, EHS, and Project teams to ensure process safety systems and documentation remain accurate, current, and compliant with OSHA PSM requirements.

In summary, as the Process Safety Engineer, you will:

• Maintain and improve Process Safety Information (PSI) and document control systems.
• Coordinate and support Management of Change (MOC) activities and documentation.
• Assist with Independent Protection Layer (IPL) verification activities and safeguard documentation.
• Support Process Hazard Analyses (PHA), LOPA studies, and risk assessment activities.
• Coordinate process safety audits, track corrective actions, and support compliance initiatives.
• Serve as the site subject matter expert (SME) for facility siting activities.
• Support CAPEX projects with MOC implementation, IPL selection, scope reviews, and process safety guidance.
• Manage weekly incident classifications and maintain incident records in KMS.
• Support Tier Process Safety KPI reporting and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with OSHA Process Safety Management requirements.

Qualifications

You must possess the below minimum qualifications to be initially considered for this position. Preferred qualifications are in addition to the minimum requirements and are considered a plus factor in identifying top candidates. The candidate must have an unrestricted right to work for Huntsman in the United States.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical Engineering with 1+ years of relevant experience in process safety, manufacturing, engineering, or operations;
• OR Master of Science degree in Chemical Engineering with 1+ years of relevant industrial, internship, or process safety experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of OSHA Process Safety Management (29 CFR 1910.119).
• Experience with risk assessment methodologies, including HAZOP, What-If Analysis, LOPA, and risk matrix evaluations.
• Familiarity with engineering drawings and P&IDs.
• Experience with PHA-Pro or equivalent process safety software.
• Experience with document management systems.
• Knowledge of process safety information management and document control processes.
• Experience supporting Management of Change (MOC) programs within a manufacturing environment.

Skills and Knowledge

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong technical writing and documentation capabilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously.
• Ability to work effectively across Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, and EHS organizations.
• Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build collaborative working relationships.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while exercising sound judgment.

Working Environment

Position is based at the Conroe, Texas manufacturing facility and requires regular interaction with plant operations. Work is performed in both office and manufacturing plant environments. Occasional plant field visits may be required, including the use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE). May require walking, climbing stairs, and accessing various operating units throughout the facility.

Huntsman is proud to promote equal opportunity in the workplace All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, or any other protected characteristic.

If you have questions about any open positions at Huntsman or Rubicon, please visit our Careers website at http://www.huntsman.com/corporate/a/Careers.

Additional Locations: Huntsman Corporation is a publicly traded global manufacturer and marketer of diversified chemical products with 2025 revenues of approximately $6 billion from our continuing operations. Our chemical products number in the thousands and are sold worldwide to manufacturers serving a broad and diverse range of consumer and industrial end markets. We operate more than 55 manufacturing, R&D and operations facilities in approximately 25 countries and employ approximately 6,000 associates within our continuing operations. For more information about Huntsman, please visit the company's website at www.huntsman.com.