Sr. Process Safety Engineer

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP; Bastrop, Northern (TX, KY); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX in Bastrop, TX is seeking a Senior Process Safety Engineer to establish process safety parameters across cutting-edge technologies. The role focuses on PHAs, FAT/SAT, PSSRs, and the development of a robust PSM program, collaborating with multiple teams to ensure safety excellence.

Ideal candidates hold a bachelor’s in process safety or chemical engineering with 5+ years designing and commissioning chemical systems; a master’s degree is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in process safety or chemical engineering.
• 5+ years’ experience with design and commissioning chemical systems.
• Willingness to relocate to Bastrop, TX; on-site role.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Process Hazard Analyses (PHAs) of advanced chemical systems and recommend controls.
• Perform FAT/SAT and risk assessments on complex process equipment.
• Implement and validate safety-critical instruments and interlocks during PSSRs.
• Implement a Process Safety Management (PSM) program and ensure PSM compliance.

Skills

P&ID reading

Safety control circuits

Process risk assessment

PFMEA

Statistical process control

Lean manufacturing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in process safety or chemical engineering

Master’s degree in chemical engineering

Job description

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal ofenabling human life on Mars.

SENIOR PROCESS SAFETY ENGINEER

The SpaceX Bastrop Environmental Health & Safety team is seeking a highly driven engineer to establish process safety parameters across a variety of cutting-edge technologies and manufacturing processes. A successful engineer in this role will thrive in a fast-paced collaborative environment, establishing themselves as a process safety SME with key stakeholders.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct Process Hazard Analyses (PHAs) of advanced chemical systems and recommend controls to manage risks as low as reasonably practicable
• Perform/oversee Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), as well as risk assessments and hazard analyses on complex process equipment
• Implement and field validate safety-critical instruments and interlocks during Pre-Startup Safety Reviews (PSSRs)
• Implement a Process Safety Management (PSM) program and ensure compliance with all pillars of PSM

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in process safety or chemical engineering
• 5+ years’ experience with design and commissioning chemical systems

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Master’s degree in chemical engineering
• Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, equipment datasheets, instrumentation diagrams, etc.
• Experience with reviewing safety control circuits and calculating safety performance levels
• Experience with design and commissioning of process systems for hydrofluoric acid, strong acids and bases, pyrophoric and flammable gases
• Advanced understanding of industry codes, standards, and practices such as ASME, NFPA, ANSI, IBC/IFC, RAGAGEP, etc.
• Knowledge of quality tools such as lean manufacturing principles, statistical process control, root cause analysis and corrective action, process failure mode and effects analysis (PFMEA), control plans, and various problem-solving approaches
• Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills
• Enthusiasm for the missions of enabling global internet connectivity and multi-planetary life

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• This isnot a remote or hybrid position and will require relocation if not already local to the Bastrop, TX area
• Position occasionally requires the ability to work extended hours and weekends when needed
• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here .

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affiantitive Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to [e-mail] .