Hybrid Process Safety Engineer

at Business Wire

• Job title: Process Safety Engineer
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Senior, Lead
• Salary: $130,000 - $165,000 per year
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, United States

About the role

• Process Safety Engineer leading PHA methodologies at Sedron Technologies. Focused on enhancing process safety practices across operations and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and facilitate various Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) methodologies (e.g., HAZOP, LOPA, What-If/Checklist, FMEA) for new and existing processes, modifications, and expansions. Ensure PHAs are conducted thoroughly, documented effectively, and recommendations are tracked to closure.
• Conduct quantitative and qualitative risk assessments to evaluate potential hazards, assess likelihood and consequences, and develop appropriate risk reduction strategies.
• Oversee the identification, classification, and integrity management of safety systems and other safety critical equipment.
• Participate in and lead incident investigations (near misses, incidents, accidents) using root cause analysis methodologies (e.g., Bowtie, 5 Whys, Fishbone diagrams) to identify underlying causes and develop effective corrective actions.
• Review and approve Memorandums of Change (MOCs) for process, equipment, and procedural changes to ensure potential safety impacts are identified, assessed, and mitigated before implementation.
• Conduct and participate in Pre-Startup Safety Reviews to ensure new or modified facilities and equipment are safe to operate prior to the introduction of hazardous materials.
• Stay current with and ensure compliance with relevant local, state, and federal regulations (e.g., OSHA PSM, EPA RMP, NFPA, API standards) and industry best practices.
• Conduct and participate in process safety audits and self-assessments to evaluate the effectiveness of PSM programs and identify areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with HSE to develop, review, and update process safety procedures, standards, and training; deliver safety training to operations, maintenance, and engineering teams; mentor junior engineers and promote a strong, proactive safety culture.
• Support the development and review of emergency response plans related to process safety incidents.
• Monitor and report on process safety performance metrics and KPIs.
• Communicate and collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams of technicians, engineers, and operators.
• Demonstrate initiative and problem-solving drive, bringing energy and excitement to technically challenging work.
• Maintain reliable attendance, arriving on time and ready to contribute.
• Take ownership of additional duties as needed to support Company goals.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in process safety engineering
• Bachelor’s or higher degree in Chemical, Mechanical, or Process Engineering or related field
• Proven experience leading HAZOPs or similar hazard assessments.
• Deep understanding of how operations and engineering intersect with safety
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; comfortable working across technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Minimum requirement for all positions is a high school diploma or GED
• Must have effective verbal, reading, and written communication skills in the English language.

Benefits

• Multiple medical, dental, and vision insurance options to keep you feeling your best
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays (plus 2 floating holidays to use your way)
• Disability, Life, and AD&D Insurance
• FSA and HSA options with employer contributions
• Tuition reimbursement — we invest in your growth
• Casual work attire — no suits required (unless that’s your thing)