Safety Design Engineer
(Senior / Principal Level – Hydrogen Plant Design)
Be at the forefront of the clean energy revolution. We are developing breakthrough hydrogen production technologies, and we need a seasoned Safety Design Engineer to ensure our innovations meet the highest safety and regulatory standards. In this senior role, you'll shape the design of pioneering hydrogen systems, working with world-class engineers to bring safe, efficient, and future-ready solutions from concept to reality.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead design risk assessments and ensure compliance with PED, DSEAR, PSSR, and ATEX for systems involving hydrogen, high-pressure gases, and thermal processing.
* Identify safety risks in equipment designs and propose robust, practical solutions.
* Specify and design safety systems, control strategies, and protective measures for hydrogen and syngas equipment.
* Develop and review P&IDs, HAZOPs, and process safety documentation with engineering and R&D teams.
* Ensure designs meet all pressure systems legislation, including preparing written schemes of examination and documentation for certification.
* Support safe design and layout of pilot plants and commercial units (e.g., modular skids, enclosures, safety zoning).
* Collaborate with regulators, notified bodies, and third-party safety assessors to secure project approvals and certifications.
* Mentor junior engineers and champion a proactive, safety-first culture across the business.
Requirements
* BEng/MEng (or equivalent) in Mechanical, Chemical, or Process Engineering.
* 10+ years' experience in process safety and design engineering, ideally within the energy, hydrogen, or chemicals sectors.
* Strong working knowledge of:
* DSEAR – Dangerous Substances and Explosive Atmospheres Regulations
* PSSR – Pressure Systems Safety Regulations
* ATEX directives & hazardous area classification
* PED – Pressure Equipment Directive
* Proven expertise with high-pressure hydrogen systems, valves, containment, and safety instrumentation.
* Demonstrated ability to lead HAZOPs, risk assessments, and produce detailed technical safety reports.
Why Join Us?
* Competitive salary & generous stock options.
* 26 days' annual leave + bank holidays.
* Shape the safety strategy for innovative hydrogen technologies.
* Join a collaborative, forward-thinking team driving the energy transition.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £70,000.00-£80,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Additional leave
* Company pension
* Free parking
* On-site parking
Work Location: In person