The Lubrizol Corporation · 5 hours ago
Process Safety Engineer
Painesville Township, OH
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelThe Lubrizol Corporation is a specialty chemical company focused on delivering sustainable solutions. The Process Safety Engineer will provide technical expertise and support for the Process Safety Management program, facilitating safety reviews and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
ChemicalInformation TechnologyManufacturingMedicalMedical Device
Hiring Manager
Cassidy Simon
Responsibilities
Organize, lead and document Process Hazards Analyses (PHAs) and other risk assessments for new and existing processes
Oversee the Management of Change (MOC) process and facilitate MOC reviews
Coordinate the evaluation of pressure safety related hazards, recommend pressure relief and emergency venting design solutions and verify implementation. Provide subject matter expertise in pressure safety and emergency relief system design
Support pressure safety policy/procedure development and execution, including PSI documentation
Categorize process safety events and facilitate or participate in incident investigations to determine root causes and corrective actions
Participate in internal audits at Lubrizol sites to ensure that PSM systems are maintained and followed. Support external audits as required
Collaborate with operations and engineering colleagues on the development and progression of capital projects. Conduct appropriate risk assessments and advise on the potential impacts of regulatory requirements
Develop and maintain knowledge in RAGAGEP (especially NFPA, API and FM Global) providing interpretation and guidance on requirements and best practices
Support operations and engineering in proactively identifying and resolving process safety concerns
Monitor and support the execution of corrective actions and recommendations arising from PSM activities (PHA, MOC, RCA, etc.). Follow-up on action items assigned with timely completion
Provide guidance for the assessment and mitigation of process safety risks associated with materials that are not covered under the PSM regulation
Track and report performance metrics by analyzing data from the site’s PSM programs
Participate in corporate/global process safety initiatives including improvement teams and assessments
Maintain and assist in development of systems that ensure compliance with the technology-focused elements of the PSM standard (PSI, PHA, MOC, PSSR and Mechanical Integrity)
Support the implementation of new/revised process safety related procedures and standards
Develop and provide process safety training that will enable colleagues to perform their assigned PSM-related duties
Qualification
Required
B.S. Degree in Engineering or technical degree
Experience in chemical manufacturing through internships, co-op placements, or full-time roles. Backgrounds in process engineering, process design or process safety are valued
Comprehensive knowledge of chemical process equipment and unit operations
Practical and direct Process Safety program experience
Experience leading, facilitating and documenting hazard/risk assessments including Process Hazard Analysis using HAZOP methodology
Strong working knowledge of emergency relief devices and pressure safety design principles
Demonstrated ability to comprehend and use P&IDs, material balances, equipment and layout drawings, and specifications for complex chemical processes
Proven communication and presentation skills; able to effectively promote ideas within the plant and across the organization
Preferred
Certification or formal training in Process Safety
Experience conducting MOC and PSSR reviews
Experience applying other technology focused PSM elements (PSI, etc.)
Experience designing/specifying emergency relief systems and applying pressure safety regulations (ASME BPVC, API-520/521)
In-depth knowledge of chemical process hazards (toxicity, reactivity, flammability, combustible dusts, etc.) and preventive measures (area classification, functional safety, etc.)
Experience with quantitative risk assessment methods (e.g. LOPA)
Formal training in Root Cause Analysis
Formal training in conducting audits
Familiarity with process control and instrumentation systems/concepts
Interpersonal skills (personal rapport and influence) necessary to coach staff and to work with internal groups and outside agencies engaged in process safety
Company
The Lubrizol Corporation
The Lubrizol Corporation, a Berkshire Hathaway company, is a science-based company whose specialty chemistry delivers sustainable solutions to advance mobility, improve well-being and enhance modern life.
Founded in 1928
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2011-03-15Acquired
Leadership Team
Rebecca Liebert
President and CEO
Keith Corkwell
President, Lubrizol Additives
Recent News
2025-12-08
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