Remote Process Safety Engineer - Chemical Manufacturing

Placements24; Willows (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Retirement plans

Professional development support

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Remote Process Safety Engineer for a prominent international chemical producer. You will join a virtual safety excellence team, supporting safety integrity across global sites from a home office.

You will lead PHAs (HAZOP/LOPA/FMEA), implement PSM programs, perform SIL assessments, investigate incidents, and train personnel remotely while staying current with safety standards and technologies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 6 years of process safety experience in chemical/petrochemical/oil & gas industries.
• Experience with PHA methodologies: HAZOP, LOPA, FMEA.
• Experience implementing PSM elements: mechanical integrity, PSSR, incident investigation.
• Familiarity with IEC 61508/61511 for functional safety.
• Strong analytical, risk assessment, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting with multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead PHAs (HAZOP, LOPA, what-if) for new and existing processes, remotely coordinating with site teams.
• Develop and implement PSM programs and standards in line with regulatory requirements.
• Perform SIL assessments and recommend SIS.
• Investigate process safety incidents, near misses, and deviations; identify root causes and corrective actions.
• Provide remote technical guidance and training on process safety principles.
• Review MOC requests to ensure process safety considerations.
• Stay current with evolving process safety regulations, industry standards, and technologies.
• Maintain SCE registers and risk matrices.

Skills

Process safety expertise

Independent remote work

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Risk assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent international chemical producer, is seeking a dedicated Remote Process Safety Engineer to join their virtual safety excellence team. This position is entirely remote, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere in South Africa while contributing to the safety integrity of operations across multiple global sites. You will play a critical role in ensuring that all chemical processes meet rigorous safety standards and regulatory requirements. This involves conducting in-depth risk assessments, developing safety procedures, and promoting a strong safety culture. The ideal candidate will possess extensive knowledge of process safety management (PSM) principles and a proactive approach to hazard identification and mitigation. This is a significant opportunity to leverage your expertise in a remote capacity, impacting safety outcomes for a leading player in the chemical industry and championing best practices in process safety management.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and conduct Process Hazard Analyses (PHAs), including HAZOP, LOPA, and what-if studies, for new and existing chemical processes, coordinating remotely with site teams.
• Develop, review, and implement Process Safety Management (PSM) programs and standards aligned with regulatory requirements and company policies.
• Perform safety integrity level (SIL) assessments and recommend appropriate safety instrumented systems (SIS).
• Investigate process safety incidents, near misses, and deviations, identifying root causes and implementing effective corrective actions.
• Provide expert technical guidance and training on process safety principles and best practices to engineering and operational personnel remotely.
• Review management of change (MOC) requests to ensure that process safety is adequately considered before implementation.
• Stay current with evolving process safety regulations, industry standards, and emerging technologies.
• Maintain process safety documentation, including safety critical elements (SCEs) registers and risk matrices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience specifically focused on process safety in the chemical, petrochemical, or oil and gas industries.
• In-depth understanding and practical experience with various PHA methodologies (HAZOP, LOPA, FMEA).
• Proven experience in developing and implementing PSM elements, including mechanical integrity, PSSR, and incident investigation.
• Familiarity with relevant safety standards such as IEC 61508/61511 for functional safety.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and risk assessment skills.
• Excellent communication and reporting skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex technical information.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a remote setting.
• Must have a reliable internet connection and a suitable home office environment to support full-time remote work.

Benefits

• This remote role offers a highly competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits package including health and retirement plans, and opportunities for professional development and certification support.
• Our client is committed to fostering a safe and inclusive remote work environment and provides resources to support employees in their home offices.