Process Safety Engineer - Facility Siting

Global Edge Group; Louisiana; On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a highly skilled Process Safety Engineer specializing in Facility Siting. This role involves evaluating and managing facility siting risks, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and implementing safety procedures. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in API RP 752, 753, and 756, along with expertise in quantitative risk assessment. Join a dynamic environment where your contributions will enhance safety and risk management processes. If you possess the required skills and experience, we invite you to apply and make a significant impact in the field.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in facility siting, process safety, or risk assessment.
• Strong knowledge of API RP 752, 753, and 756 implementations.

Responsibilities

• Perform building siting evaluations to assess and mitigate risks.
• Develop and implement building management procedures for safety compliance.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure effective risk mitigation strategies.

Skills

Facility Siting

Process Safety

Risk Assessment

Quantitative Risk Assessment (QRA)

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Communication Skills

Technical Writing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Job description

Process Safety Engineer - Facility Siting

Job Title: Process Safety Engineer - Facility Siting

Location: Sabine Pass, Louisiana, United States

Job Type: Contract, Full-time

Experience Level: 5+ years in facility siting, process safety, or risk assessment

Global Edge is an international staffing firm connecting projects worldwide with the industry’s most talented project professionals. We work with high-level technical and commercial personnel across multiple industries including Oil and Gas, Energy, Renewables, Infrastructure, Automotive and Motorsports, IT, Marine, Mining, and more.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled Process Safety Engineer - Facility Siting with 5-10 years of experience to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in API RP 752, 753, and 756 implementations, as well as experience in quantitative risk assessment (QRA) interpretation. This role is responsible for evaluating and managing facility siting risks to ensure compliance with industry standards and safety regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform building siting evaluations in accordance with API RP 752, 753, and 756 to assess and mitigate risks related to occupied buildings.
• Develop and implement building management procedures to ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Maintain a facility-wide building register that includes all permanent structures, portable buildings, and temporary shelters (e.g., tents).
• Participate in Pre-Startup Safety Reviews (PSSR) to verify that all design and installation requirements are met before buildings are occupied.
• Conduct regular audits and inspections to assess compliance and develop corrective action plans as necessary.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including process safety engineers and operations personnel, to ensure risk mitigation strategies are effectively implemented.
• Analyze and interpret QRA results to support decision-making related to facility siting and building management.
• Stay updated on industry standards and regulatory requirements to ensure continuous improvement in facility siting processes.

Required Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, Civil, or related field).
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in facility siting, process safety, or risk assessment.
• Strong knowledge and experience with API RP 752, 753, and 756 implementation.
• Understanding of Quantitative Risk Assessment (QRA) methodologies and the ability to interpret results for facility siting evaluations.
• Experience in conducting safety audits, risk assessments, and hazard analyses.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and technical writing skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in oil & gas, petrochemical, or heavy industrial environments.
• Familiarity with process safety management (PSM) regulations and best practices.

This role offers a great opportunity to contribute to facility safety and risk management while working in a dynamic environment. If you have the required expertise and experience, we encourage you to apply!

Global Edge Group, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Global Edge Group, LLC does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.