Global Process Safety Engineer

Job Description

Stepan is hiring a Global Process Safety Engineer at our Millsdale, IL site. This position will have a close connection to the sites with focus on the execution of Stepan’s initiatives to enhance Process Safety performance. The Global Process Safety Engineer provides technical expertise, has a holistic view of the plants capabilities and opportunities, and oversees Process Safety programs.

Process Safety Management (including OSHA PSM and EPA RMP)
• Provide active technical and management support to the sites related to the implementation and maintenance of Stepan standards and procedures.
• Provide input for the identification of new standards needed.
• Engage with EHS&S Excellence team providing feedback on new standards and participate in the preparation of the roll-out plan.
• New standards rollout and training to sites.
• Area KPIs reporting and tracking.
• Participate in the elaboration of RAGAGEPS by external committees (e.g. API, NFPA, CCPS).
• Support sites with the implementation of OSHA PSM elements by:
    o Sharing good practices identified in Stepan’s network.
    o Provide guidance and clarification related to the regulatory aspects of OSHA PSM.
    o Promote understanding of the logical link between OSHA PSM elements.    
Compliance and Auditing
• Participate in OSHA PSM, EPA RMP and Stepan Process Standards audits across Stepan’s network.
• Provide active technical support to sites to close PSM/RMP recommendations from the audits, especially related to complex solutions. 
• Track and report progress in the implementation of actions to address audit findings, close incident investigations, etc. 
Training and Development
• Provide inputs to the development and review of the annual training program comprising Process Safety topics (e.g. PHA participants training, PHA leaders training, Sulfonation, Reactive Chemistry, etc.).
• Act as trainer and support the execution of the training program.
Incident Investigation
• Participate in incident investigations for Type III Process Safety Incidents or Types I and II incidents with high potential or high complexity (per management discretion).
• Ensure that recommendations from Process Safety Incidents are closed timely and the resolution reduces process safety risks.
• Review Process Safety Incidents investigations to ensure thoroughness in the identification of root causes adequacy of recommendations to prevent reoccurrence. 
• Propose the extension of recommendations from incidents to similar processes / technologies.
Risk Assessment
• Own the inventory of PHAs across Stepan’s network ensuring:
    o Adequate applicability (PHAs exist for all process where required).
    o Execution roadmap is constantly updated giving visibility of upcoming PHAs.
• Perform quality check on PHAs led by others ensuring comprehensiveness, solid basis, and adherence to CORP-32 – Process Hazards Analysis Standard and good practices related to the execution of PHAs (Hazop and LOPA).
• Participate in PHAs for processes where Stepan Critical materials are used.
• Promote the use of CORP-54 - EHS&S Risk Identification and Assessment to ensure proper communication of risks throughout the organization.
Continuous Improvement
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement in process safety performance. Identify and implement best practices across all Stepan locations.
• Provide technical support to the sites to manage process safety risks.
• Review the scope of Capital Projects to ensure compliance with RAGAGEPS, Stepan and legal requirements. 

Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience as process engineer, in regulated (e.g. OSHA PSM) chemical or refinery manufacturing industries. Experience with flammables and reactive materials is a plus.
• Additional experience required: 
    o Hazop participation
    o Incident Investigation techniques
    o Regulatory aspects of OSHA PSM

• Additional experience desired (plus):
    o Participation in LOPA
    o Electrical Classification for Hazardous Locations
    o Flammables and Combustible Dusts Safety
    o RAGAGEPS such as API and NFPA standards
• Skills: Strong knowledge of process engineering and process safety regulations and standards, including OSHA PSM, API and NFPA. Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills. Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Language: English and Spanish or Portuguese preferred

Education

Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering.

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