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ABS Group · 2 weeks ago

Principal Facility Siting Engineer

Houston, TX

Full-time

Hybrid

Lead/Staff

10+ years exp

ABS Group is a global leader in marine and offshore classification and other innovative safety, quality, and environmental services. The Principal Facility Siting Engineer serves as a technical leader, managing and executing complex facility siting and hazard analysis projects within the chemical, petrochemical, and pharmaceutical industries.

ConsultingInformation Technology

Responsibilities

Interpret and apply relevant codes, standards, and regulations (e.g., API 752/753, OSHA PSM, NFPA)

Oversee and execute advanced hazard analyses for dispersion (flammable/toxic), explosion, and fire scenarios using available software tools

Visit client sites to educate clients on facility siting methodology and perform onsite activities (e.g., scenario development, congestion assessments)

Develop and review comprehensive technical reports, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and actionable recommendations for clients and stakeholders

Serve as the primary technical contact for clients, presenting findings and guiding risk mitigation strategies

Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior engineers, fostering professional development within the team

Support business development by preparing proposals and participating in client meetings regularly

Stay abreast of evolving regulations, standards, and modeling technologies in facility siting and process safety, and drive continuous improvement initiatives

Stay current with industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies in facility siting and risk assessment reports, invoice approvals, and collections status notices promptly by Company procedures

Qualification

Facility sitingHazard analysisRisk assessmentTechnical writingClient relationship managementDNV PHAST/SAFETIComputational Fluid DynamicsProject managementProgramming languagesCommunication skillsPresentation skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering or related field

10+ years of experience in facility siting, hazard analysis, or process safety, with a proven track record in the chemical, petrochemical, and/or pharmaceutical industries

Expert proficiency in facility siting and risk assessment software (e.g., PHAST, SAFETI, ALOHA)

Demonstrated experience in project management and client relationship management

Strong technical writing, communication, and presentation skills