Senior Process Safety Consultant
American Bureau of Shipping (ABS)

Houston, Texas

Posted in Logistics Distribution and Supply Chain

$130,000.00 - $160,000.00 per year


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Job Info


ABS Consulting is seeking high-caliber engineers who want to join a world-class team of professionals passionate about helping clients identify hazards associated with their operations/processes and improve their process safety/risk management performance.

If you want to work with some of the best worldwide experts in process safety/risk management, ABS Consulting may be the place for you.

ABS Consulting is seeking high-caliber engineers who want to join a world-class team of professionals passionate about helping clients identify hazards associated with their operations/processes and improve their process safety/risk management performance. The specific engineers/specialists we are seeking will be part of and have access to our ABS Consulting Chemical Process Safety Center of Excellence, which is a worldwide network of experts, resources, and training materials/courses related to a wide variety of regulatory, technical, and industry practice topics that are directly relevant to client projects. This network allows our project personnel quick access to in-depth process safety and related risk expertise/resources that can help augment the individual's knowledge base and/or be researched to provide good industry practices and benchmarking for technical questions that may arise during client projects.

What You Will Do:

Individuals in this position will primarily be responsible for managing process hazard analysis (PHA) and layer of protection analysis (LOPA) engagements with clients at locations around the U.S., but international locations may be possible if desired. Individuals selected for this position will be responsible for leading and/or scribing PHAs/LOPAs and performing related consulting activities for a wide variety of clients across all industries (e.g., refining, petrochemical, oil & gas production, chemical, pulp & paper, pharmaceutical, consumer products, etc.).

What You Will Need:

Education and Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, preferably chemical or mechanical engineering discipline
  • 10+ years of Engineering experience. At least 3 to 6 years of process safety experience and knowledge of OSHA's process safety management (PSM) standard (29 CFR 1910.119) and/or EPA's rule on risk management programs (40 CFR 68)
  • Excellent technical, interpersonal, communication, and writing skills
Job Duties
  • Lead and/or scribe Process Hazard Analysis (PHAs) using a variety of methods (HAZOP, What-if, checklists, etc.) and Layer of Protection Analysis (LOPA) to provide risk identification/assessment
  • Be client-facing, having a proven record of building and maintaining positive and professional client relationships
  • Prepare, facilitate, and write recommendations and reports for the PHA (using HAZOP, what-if, checklists, etc.) and LOPA
  • Selecting appropriate PHA methodology based on the complexity of the process and hazards involved
  • Ensure the PHA scenarios, consequences, safeguards (and IPLs), and recommendations are complete and correctly identified and captured
  • Read and interpret Piping & Instrumentation Drawings, Cause & Effect Charts, Instrument Diagrams, etc.
  • Collaborate directly with clients on technical aspects of the projects and can communicate technical requirements and deliverables clearly and concisely
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • The ideal candidate will have 10+ years of experience with at least 3 to 6 years of experience facilitating PHAs and LOPAs (using HAZOP, what-if, checklists, etc.)
  • Knowledgeable/proficient with Microsoft Word and one or more commercial PHA software programs (e.g., Leader, PHA-Pro)
  • Ability to read and understand process drawings (e.g., PFD, and P&ID)
  • Extensive experience participating on PHA teams as leader and scribe
  • Knowledge of safety systems (Fire & Gas, Deluge, ESD) and safeguards
  • Excellent skills in facilitating group meetings and engaging teams
  • The ability to communicate effectively through verbal and written means, and able to adapt communication to best reach the intended audience within or outside the organization
  • Willing to travel to assignments 20-40%.
  • Proficient or adept at learning to conduct client team meetings "remotely" via Web (TEAMS, WebEx, etc.)
Salary:$130-160k

Reporting Relationships:

Reports directly to Manager level position or above.

ABOUT US

We set out more than 160 years ago to promote the security of life and property at sea and preserve the natural environment. Today, we remain true to our mission and continue to support organizations facing a rapidly evolving seascape of challenging regulations and new technologies. Through it all, we are anchored by a vision and mission that help our clients find clarity in uncertain times.

ABS is a global leader in marine and offshore classification and other innovative safety, quality, and environmental services. We're at the forefront of supporting the global energy transition at sea, the application of remote and autonomous marine systems, cutting-edge technical solutions, and many more exciting advancements. Our commitment to safety, reliability, and efficiency is ever-present, guiding our clients to safer and more efficient operations.

About Our Benefits

ABS Group proudly offers a variety of industry-leading benefits designed to enhance the life and well-being of our employees and their families. These benefits include, but are not limited to, medical insurance (PPO and HD), dental and vision insurance, Health Savings account (HSA), Flexible Savings Account (FSA), life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, disability leave programs, parental leave program, paid holidays, and paid vacation time. The Company provides an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) that offers additional support in personal wellness, including work-life services. ABS Group also offers a 401K plan with a generous company match, subject to plan requirements.

Equal Opportunity

The ABS Group of Companies is committed to the equal employment opportunity of its employees and prohibits discrimination against any employee or qualified applicant based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status or veteran status, or other non-work-related characteristics that may be protected under the law of the Federal Government or specific state employment laws.

Notice

ABS and Affiliated Companies (ABS) will not pay a fee to any third-party agency without a valid ABS Master Service Agreement (MSA) authorized and signed by Human Resources. Any resume, CV, application, or other forms of candidate submission provided to any employee of ABS without a valid MSA on file will be considered property of ABS, and no fee will be paid.

Other

This job description is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job of the incumbent. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the principal job elements essential for making a fair decision regarding the pay structure of the job. #ogjs


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