Process Safety Engineer

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Texas, United States of America

Job Family Group:

Process Engineering

Worker Type:

Regular

Posting Start Date:

April 21, 2022

Business unit:

Downstream

Experience Level:

Experienced Professionals

Job Description:

Position Purpose

What’s the role –

The Process Safety Engineer for Safeguarding will provide support to the safe operation of the Deer Park Chemicals Site through the Safeguarding Program by ensuring process unit safeguarding gaps are identified and mitigated, by managing contractor activities around safeguarding revalidation studies and leading or assuring projects have effectively mitigated identified safeguarding gaps. The role will also provide process safety support in technical reviews for process changes to the operating units and in general safeguarding needs.

The person will also provide Technical Safety Support in the areas of Shell’s Hazards Effects Management Process and Management of Change technical reviews. They may also be asked to provide support with facility siting, consequence modelling, assurance reviews, audits, and other areas as needed.

A major portion of the job will be to manage the Safeguarding Revalidation Program:

Become familiar with process unit operations and interactions between different units within the site to lead, drive and quality control the definition of the basis for safeguarding revalidation projects.

Act as a liaison between different departments within the organization and external contractors to ensure collection and communication of the right data for the safeguarding projects.

Drive contractor activities to achieve safeguarding revalidation milestones per plan and within agreed cost.

Become familiar with industry best practices and Shell standards/DEPs in safeguarding and process unit operations to effectively review and quality check system overpressure scenarios, relief device sizing and mitigation recommendation performed by the contractor

Prepare a final mitigation plan from the result of the revalidation study, present to operations management and acquire their agreement.

Support the preparation of a mitigation plan from the result of the revalidation study, present to operations management and acquire their agreement.

Become proficient in using the required software to oversee proper calculation and documentation of safeguarding studies.

Lead the completion of smaller safeguarding projects and or review the closure of larger safeguarding related projects.

Maintain KPIs on safeguarding gaps and action closures.

Other work activities of this position will include:

Provide process safety expertise in Technical Reviews for process changes and projects.

dentify overpressure scenarios and perform safeguarding and relief calculations for operations and projects as needed.

Conduct process safety field observations.

Participate in risk assessments.

Coordinate relevant projects and studies between Process Safety and Shell Technical Organization.

Ensure appropriate input and consultation is acquired from customers / stakeholders, technical and business organizations.

By execution of these accountabilities, it is expected that the successful candidate will contribute to bringing world-class process safety performance to Deer Park.

Skills & Requirements

Must have legal authorization to work in the US on a full-time basis.

7 plus years’ experience in Process Engineering, Safeguarding, Process Safety or other relevant industry

Engineering Degree – Chemical, Mechanical, or another relevant field

5 or more years of safeguarding experience including sizing and case identification

Working knowledge of API 521

Working knowledge of PSPPM and Salus Relief Software

Ability to work well with a wide range of stakeholders – contractors, operations, leadership, etc.

Company description

Shell is a global group of energy and petrochemical companies with about 84,000 employees across more than 70 countries. We aim to meet the world’s growing need for more and cleaner energy solutions in ways that are economically, environmentally and socially responsible. We have expertise in exploration, production, refining and marketing of oil and natural gas, and the manufacturing and marketing of chemicals.

As a global energy company operating in a challenging world, we set high standards of performance and ethical behaviors. We are judged by how we act and how we live up to our core values of honesty, integrity and respect for people. Our Business Principles are based on these. They promote trust, openness, teamwork and professionalism, as well as pride in what we do and how we conduct business.

Building on our core values, we aspire to sustain a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone feels respected and valued, from our employees to our customers and partners. A diverse workforce and an inclusive work environment are vital to our success, leading to greater innovation and better energy solutions.

An innovative place to work

There’s never been a more exciting time to work at Shell. Everyone here is helping solve one of the biggest challenges facing the world today: bringing the benefits of energy to everyone on the planet, whilst managing the risks of climate change.

Join us and you’ll add your talent and imagination to a business with the power to shape the future – whether by investing in renewables, exploring new ways to store energy or developing technology that helps the world to use energy more efficiently.

An inclusive place to work

To power progress together, we need to attract and develop the brightest minds and make sure every voice is heard. Here are just some of the ways we’re nurturing an inclusive environment – one where you can express your ideas, extend your skills and reach your potential.

We’re creating a space where people with disabilities can excel through transparent recruitment process, workplace adjustments and ongoing support in their roles. Feel free to let us know about your circumstances when you apply, and we’ll take it from there.

We’re closing the gender gap – whether that’s through action on equal pay or by enabling more women to reach senior roles in engineering and technology.

We’re striving to be a pioneer of an inclusive and diverse workplace, promoting equality for employees regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity.

We consider ourselves a flexible employer and want to support you finding the right balance. We encourage you to discuss this with us in your application.

A rewarding place to work

Combine our creative, collaborative environment and global operations with an impressive range of benefits and joining Shell becomes an inspired career choice.

We’re huge advocates for career development. We’ll encourage you to try new roles and experience new settings. By pushing people to reach their potential, we frequently help them find skills they never knew they had, or make career moves they never thought possible.

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Company info

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