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Indorama Ventures · 5 hours ago

Process Safety Engineer

Port Neches, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

3+ years exp

Indorama Ventures is a global leader in the chemical industry, seeking innovative professionals to join their team. The Process Safety Engineer will apply established process safety principles to identify and control risks, ensuring compliance with regulations and improving process safety performance across operations.

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Responsibilities

Provide day-to-day support in the Management of Change and Pre-Startup Safety Review Programs. Including but not limited to MOC applicability, evaluation, hazard reviews, auditing and MOC Training

Review Management of Change proposals and evaluate if a PHA is necessary for the change

Participate in Pre-Startup Safety Reviews for MOCs and Unit Restarts

Lead and/or participate in process safety related incident investigations. Provide support and guidance for the process safety classification of incidents, following API 754 for Process Safety Performance

Monitor and report out on assigned PSM Key Performance Indicators, making recommendations for improvements as needed

Lead and facilitate Process Hazard Analyses (clean sheets, revalidations, MOCs and Capital Projects) for assigned units of responsibility, and support other units as requested. PHA studies include Layers of Protection Analyses (LOPA) to further assess hazard prevention and mitigation ensuring Independent Layers of Protections (IPLs) are appropriately evaluated

Oversee assigned elements of process safety including but not limited to Management of Change, Pre-startup Safety Reviews, Mechanical Integrity, Incident Reporting and Investigation, Operating Procedures, and Training

Provide training to site personnel on assigned process safety programs, procedures, and digital platforms

Support the progression of PHA/LOPA recommendations for units of responsibility, ensuring appropriate planning and execution

Champion updates and deployment of improved process safety standards and procedures in alignment with regulatory and corporate requirements

Ensure regulatory compliance with Federal Regulation 29 CFR 1910.119 (OSHA PSM) and 40 CFR 68 (EPA RMP)

Assist in regulatory agency inspections, third-party audits, and company-led audits, providing recommendations and ensuring sustained compliance

Lead and participate in cross-functional process safety initiatives across the business segment

Compile and share industry best practices, experiences and lessons learned from incidents. Ensure that the activities are carried out to comply with the integrated management system, as applicable (safety, food safety, GMP, health, environmental, quality and responsible care requirements)

Essential functions require presence in the workplace on a regular basis and an ability to work extra hours if needed. If applicable, ability to work overtime may be needed to ensure required staffing capacity to meet daily production objectives

Work collaboratively with team members with different backgrounds and perspectives

Assists other employees in accomplishments of Indorama company goals. Follows instructions and performs other duties as may be assigned by supervisor

Participates in Environmental, Health, & Safety initiatives as set forth by the company. Participates in and completes company required training programs

Qualification

Process Safety ManagementChemical EngineeringRegulatory CompliancePHA SoftwareAnalytical SkillsSAPInterpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsTeam Collaboration

Required

Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering or related field from an accredited university required

3 years' experience in Process Safety Management or plant operations and engineering experience within chemical, petrochemical or refining industries required

Knowledgeable in regulatory compliance requirements, including OSHA PSM (29 CFR 1910.119), EPA RMP (40 CFR 68), and other applicable U.S. and internal standards

Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply regulations to complex operations

Familiar with industry standards and best practices (API, NFPA, ASME, CCPS), with the ability to benchmark against global peers and implement continuous improvements

Strong analytical and decision-making skills with the ability to apply and interpret complex standards and procedures, evaluate risk-reduction alternatives and recommend cost-effective safeguards

Proven ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams, manage competing priorities, and deliver results under tight deadlines

Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels, from frontline operators and mechanics to executive leadership

Must have a level of proficiency with SAP, Internet, Email and Microsoft Office programs

Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills, including abilities to train on process safety topics, management systems and programs