Sr Process Safety Engineer, Global Process Safety Engineering, Workplace Health & Safety

Amazon; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 137,000 - 186,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon seeks a Senior Process Safety Engineer to lead global initiatives in Process Safety Management and Process Safety Engineering. You will ensure compliance with OSHA PSM, EPA RMP, and other standards while applying RAGAGEP across facilities worldwide.

In this role, you will guide PHAs (HAZOP/LOPA/FMEA), drive RBPS governance, and advance alternative energy process safety. Mentorship and collaboration with Engineering, Operations, and Maintenance are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in process safety engineering across manufacturing or chemical facilities.
• Knowledge of OSHA PSM, EPA RMP, Seveso-like frameworks.
• Strong ability to lead PHAs (HAZOP/LOPA/FMEA) and risk controls.

Responsibilities

• Lead global process safety initiatives and programs across facilities.
• Develop RBPS governance framework and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Design, implement and operate projects involving alternative energy and HHC.
• Train and mentor regional teams in process safety topics.

Job description

Description

The Workplace Health and Safety Technical Solutions Team seeks an accomplished Senior Process Safety Engineer to lead global initiatives in Process Safety Management (PSM) and Process Safety Engineering. In this high-impact role, you will ensure compliance with international, regional, and local regulations for highly hazardous chemical (HHC) processes across Amazon’s facilities worldwide. You will play a key role in designing, constructing, and operating projects involving alternative energy sources and HHC, strictly adhering to Recognized and Generally Accepted Good Engineering Practices (RAGAGEP).

Key job responsibilities

• Risk Management and Hazard Analysis: Lead or facilitate comprehensive PHAs such as HAZOP, LOPA, and FMEA across global operations. Oversee the development of risk mitigation strategies and ensure the timely execution of corrective measures.


• Risk Evaluation and Collaboration: Evaluate process safety risks, recommend effective controls, and coordinate the development of comprehensive process safety information.


• Regulatory Compliance and RAGAGEP Integration: Ensure compliance with global safety regulations, including OSHA PSM, EPA RMP, Seveso Directive, and equivalent standards, while applying Recognized and Generally Accepted Good Engineering Practices (RAGAGEP) across HHC sites globally.


• Governance and Framework Development: Develop and maintain a robust RBPS governance framework, including tools and processes that foster standardization and continuous improvement.


• Alternative Energy Process Safety: Serve as a subject matter expert in alternative energy technologies, including hydrogen, biofuels, carbon capture, and thermal systems. Drive the safe design, commissioning, and operation of these systems in collaboration with external partners and internal teams.


• Global Process Safety Management (PSM) Oversight: Spearhead the design, implementation, and continuous enhancement of global PSM systems, ensuring consistency with CCPS RBPS pillars, local regulations, corporate standards, and industry best practices.


• Performance Monitoring and Reporting: Define, track, and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) aligned with CCPS guidance and corporate objectives. Deliver regular updates to senior leadership, highlighting progress, risks, and strategic recommendations.


• Tool Development for Compliance: Create and implement tools to ensure compliance with OSHA PSM requirements, including conducting PHAs for hazard identification, analysis, and prioritization.


• Training and Mentorship: Develop and deliver training programs on process safety topics, fostering a culture of continuous learning. Establish and report process safety metrics and share best practices across the organization.


• Leadership and Organizational Development: Provide technical mentorship to regional and site teams to build process safety expertise throughout the organization. Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, Procurement) to embed safety in every phase of the asset lifecycle.


• Incident Investigation and Audit Leadership: Lead or actively participate in incident investigations, risk assessments, and EHS self-assessments or audits to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.


• Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) Support: Support WHS programs and systems across the organization, including readiness to respond to emergencies when required.

A day in the life

Amazon offers a full range of benefits that support you and eligible family members, including domestic partners and their children. Benefits can vary by location, the number of regularly scheduled hours you work, length of employment, and job status such as seasonal or temporary employment.

The benefits that generally apply to regular, full-time employees include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage


• Maternity and Parental Leave Options


• Paid Time Off (PTO)


• 401(k) Plan

At Amazon, we value people with unique backgrounds, experiences, and skillsets. If you’re passionate about this role and want to make an impact on a global scale,

About The Team

Our Mission: The Global PSE team’s mission is to ensure the safe design and reliable operation of facilities that contain or use Highly Hazardous Chemicals (HHCs) by adopting prevention through design methodology. Our mission is to provide the necessary support so Amazon can achieve the 2040 Climate Pledge responsibly and in a manner that safeguards the safety of our associates and the community at large.

Program Strategy: The team’s focus is on building a safety program that reduces the HHC risks at Amazon to as low as reasonably possible. To do so, we are working to establish process safety frameworks for our HHC processes: (1)Technology – Process Safety Information, Process Hazard Analysis (PHA), Safe work practices (2) Facilities – Mechanical Integrity, Pre-Start-up Safety Reviews, Management of Change (MOC) (3) Personnel – Process Safety Training, Process Safety Incident Investigations (4) Audit and Assurance – Monitor program performance and maturation

Basic Qualifications

• Experience in developing functional specifications, design verification plans and functional test procedures


• Experience with fire and building codes and standards, including the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), National Electrical Code (NEC), FM Global standards, International Fire Code (IFC) and the Comprehensive International Building Code (IBC)


• Bachelor's Degree in Chemical or Process safety Engineering


• 6+ years of Process safety engineering experience while working in Manufacturing industry with design, installation and commissioning.


• Skilled in identifying and evaluating risk across Amazon's HHC infrastructure with the aid of P&ID.


• 6+ years of experience in conducting PHA along with LOPA and FMEA with the aid of tolls like PHA Pro, PHA works etc.


• Experience working on consequence modeling, quantitative risk analysis and dispersion analysis, specifically PHAST, ALOHA, FLACS, or equivalent


• Demonstrated experience of working with Safety Instrumented Systems engineering, including SIL determination, SIF specification, and IEC 61511 application


• Experience of working with Relief system design, including overpressure scenario development, PSV sizing, and API 521 application

Preferred Qualifications

• Masters Degree in Chemical or Process safety engineering


• 10 + years of leadership experience in chemical, mechanical, electrical, or process safety engineering roles within the chemical, energy, or oil and gas sectors.


• Extensive expertise in Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) methodologies, including HAZOP, LOPA, FMEA, and FTA, with strong proficiency in process safety software and Mechanical integrity evaluation including API 510/570/653 and ASME BPVC Section VIII.


• 10+ years of experience with incident investigation methodologies such as Apollo, Tap Root, and Root Cause Analysis (RCA), complemented by expertise in auditing practices.


• Experience with the interpretation and application of global regulatory frameworks, including OSHA PSM, EPA RMP, Seveso Directive/COMAH, and equivalent standards.


• Experience of working with Alternative energy systems including hydrogen, ammonia, biofuels, and Battery Energy Storage


• Experience in developing and implementing foundational elements of Process Safety Management Systems (PSMS) in accordance with Recognized and Generally Accepted Good Engineering Practices (RAGAGEP).


• Skilled with Control system architecture review covering DCS, PLC, and ESD, Alarm management


• Demonstrated experience of Facility siting and occupied building assessment per API 752/753

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.

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