Archived listing. The details below describe a past opening.
A Day in the Life and the Impact You’ll Make:
The Senior Process Safety Engineer I provides technical services and guidance to support Process Safety improvement activities globally (with a focus on North America) to clients in various industries. This position involves professional work for research, development, design, operations, evaluation, and improvement of manufacturing facilities, processing equipment, handling methods, or products. The Senior Process Safety Engineer I role is responsible for proposing practical risk-reducing tactics, recommending testing (when needed), and assisting clients in the interpretation and application of technical information applicable to their facility.
What You’ll Do:
- Contribute to a safe and healthy work environment by actively participating, taking responsibility, and following established procedures and policies.
- Primarily responsible to provide a variety of process safety assessments, reviews, or evaluations for equipment, processes, or procedures at a client’s facility or remotely with an emphasis on risk mitigation.
- Review and apply best practices and code requirements from a variety of standards and regulations (e.g., NFPA, Building & Fire Codes, OSHA, FM Global, etc.)
- Effective and continued communication with clients and consulting team.
- Follow-up on new opportunities and prepare quotations to prospective clients.
- Able to work with a team on projects and independently on projects or tasks.
- Develop technical reports as required.
- Perform technical reviews for peers which could include marketing papers, presentations, reports, etc
- Other duties may be assigned to meet business needs
What You’ll Bring:
- BS (or Higher) in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, or Fire Protection) or other safety related field
- Safety-related designation preferred (CSP, CFEI, CCPSC, PE, etc.)
- Minimum of 10 years’ experience in the field of process safety
- Experience and strong knowledge in safety-related areas is preferred (e.g., PSM, RMP, combustible dust, chemical reaction hazards, flammable liquids/gases, etc.)
- Published author of technical papers in safety-related field preferred
- Deep understanding of relevant safety standards and regulations (NFPA, Building & Fire Codes, OSHA, etc.)
- Strong personal communications and leadership skills
- Must be able to work well under pressure within a team environment
- Must deliver reports and analysis documents within time-driven deadlines
- Polished technical presentation skills
Physical Considerations:
- Must be able to work in a variety of client locations, environments, and conditions. This may include climbing stairs, walking long distances, walking on rough and uneven terrain, walking through client work facilities, working in heat/cold conditions, indoors and outdoors.
- Must be able to accommodate working various shifts as client activities are scheduled.
- Must be able to withstand the rigors of extensive travel.
- May require difficult travel and long periods of driving.
- Ability to move and conduct work with full range of motion.
- Ability to lift 25-50lbs (luggage)
- Extended periods of computer-based work
- Extended periods of standing
Travel Considerations:
Domestic and/or international travel required, estimated up to 50%.
What You’ll Receive for the Value You Bring:
Compensation:
This position allows for hourly professional fees according to confirmed project work; with fees ranging from $30/hour to $120/hour. Actual pay is based on several factors including market location, position-related knowledge, skills, and experience, and placement in a specific consulting level based on experience and work history.
Additional Position Details:
- Reports to: Process Safety Consulting Manager
- Work Model: Remote
- Work Location: US-based Remote
- Supervises Others: No
- Status: Part-Time, Flexible
- FLSA Classification: Non-exempt
- Visa Sponsorship Eligibility: This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship
About Us:
As a global provider of comprehensive services and solutions, we help our customers improve their safety, security, and sustainability outcomes. DEKRA is the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification (TIC) companies offering innovative professional services in the fields of vehicle inspection, expert appraisals, industrial product testing & certification, management system certifications, leadership consulting, and much more. DEKRA is a purpose-driven organization with a deep passion to make the world a safer place on the road, at work, and at home. In DEKRA, you will be part of a continuously growing organization with a near 100-year history involved in more than 50 countries on five continents. We hope you’ll consider a career with DEKRA North America as we strive to become the Global Partner for a Safe World! DEKRA North America is an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. DEKRA North America is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or accommodation while seeking employment, please call +1 (770) 971-3788. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis. DEKRA North America will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay. DEKRA North America participates in the E-Verify program to confirm eligibility to work in the United States.