Tallgrass · 1 month ago
Engineer-Process Safety, Lead
Houston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$185K/yr - $241K/yr
15+ years expTallgrass is a leading energy infrastructure company focused on safely, reliably, and sustainably delivering energy and services. The Lead Process Safety Engineer is responsible for leading the development and implementation of process safety programs to ensure safe operations within power plants and natural gas pipeline facilities, providing technical leadership in hazard identification and risk assessment.
Energy
Responsibilities
Lead the development and management of process safety programs, including Process Hazard Analysis (PHA), Layer of Protection Analysis (LOPA), Management of Change (MOC), and Incident Investigation
Oversee risk assessments and hazard evaluations for power plant and natural gas pipeline projects to identify and mitigate potential safety risks
Ensure compliance with applicable regulations and standards such as OSHA PSM, EPA RMP, API, NFPA, ANSI, and relevant local/state codes
Develop, review, and update process safety documentation, including safety cases, operating procedures, and emergency response plans
Lead and facilitate safety audits, inspections, and regulatory agency interactions
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to safety engineers and cross-functional teams on process safety best practices
Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to integrate safety requirements into design, construction, and operational phases
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance process safety performance and reduce incident rates
Support incident investigations and root cause analyses, ensuring corrective actions are implemented effectively
Deliver training and awareness programs to promote process safety culture across the organization
Participate in risk management and decision-making processes related to plant and pipeline safety
Coordinate with contractors and vendors to ensure compliance with safety standards
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Safety Engineering, or related field
15 years of engineering experience. Experience in process safety engineering within power generation facilities (coal, gas, combined cycle, renewable) or oil & gas industry
Understanding of power plant processes including steam generation, combustion, emissions control, and electrical generation
Knowledge of industry standards and regulatory requirements related to power plants
Ability to work in both office and plant environments, including site visits and shift work if required
Strong knowledge of process safety management systems, hazard analysis techniques, and regulatory requirements
Proven leadership experience managing process safety programs and teams
Familiarity with industry standards such as OSHA PSM, EPA RMP, API RP 754, NFPA 85/86, and pipeline safety regulations
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
Ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence safety culture
Experience with risk assessment tools and software
Experience with power plant performance monitoring and optimization tools
Knowledge of cybersecurity practices for industrial control systems
Familiarity with environmental control systems (e.g., SCR, FGD)
Project management and vendor coordination experience
Familiarity with OSHA 1910.119 Process Safety Management ANSI/ISA-61511 Other similar industry standards
Safety Integrity Level (SIL) Calculations
Strong proficiency in MS Office applications that may include but are not limited to Excel, Word, SharePoint, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers (for travel)
Knowledge of industry's regulatory compliance issues and standards
Must be able to take direction from supervisor(s), keep required work schedule, focus attention on details, and follow work rules
Ability to lead execution of work and resolve issues in a team environment
Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization and problem-solving skills
Ability to perform quality reviews for detailed engineering documents and specifications
Ability to travel
Ability to take on additional tasks and shift priorities on short notice
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong focus on safe work practices
Able to complete work assignments with moderate supervision in an acceptable timeframe
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Aptitude and interest in learning and leveraging new programs to accomplish tasks
Must be able to perform all essential and marginal functions of the job
Must be able to work with a team
Ability to successfully perform multiple tasks with strict deadlines
Ability to organize and prioritize daily work
The individual must possess the ability to associate and communicate with a wide variety of people with tact, courtesy, and professionalism
Preferred
Master of Science Engineering a plus
Professional Engineering License (PE) preferred
Benefits
Industry competitive pay
Health insurance package options that include Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
Infertility Coverage
Parental Leave
401(k) with up to a 6% match that vests immediately plus an employer discretionary contribution of up to 4%
Wellness Programs and Mental Health Resources
Employer-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
Critical Illness & Accident Insurance
Vacation, sick days, paid caregiver leave, volunteer and bereavement paid time off
Identity theft protection
Annual discretionary bonus
Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program
Company-paid holidays and floating holidays
Company vehicle (if applicable)
Employee discounts; vehicles, tires, cellular plans, and more
Networking and employee engagement events
Personal development to grow your career with us based on your strengths and interests
Company
Tallgrass
Tallgrass is a leading energy infrastructure company focused on safely and reliably delivering energy.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.74BKey Investors
CPP InvestmentsBlackstone Group
2024-08-13Private Equity· $843M
2024-07-10Secondary Market· $1.1B
2024-01-17Debt Financing· $800M
Leadership Team
Sally Sun
VP of International Business Development
Recent News
2026-01-11
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