Your new company
A global technical services organisation operating across high‑hazard industries is seeking a Process Safety Engineer to join its growing process safety capability. This role offers the opportunity to work on a broad range of safety‑critical projects, supporting clients across regulated industrial sectors through the delivery of pragmatic, high‑quality engineering solutions.Reporting to the Process Safety Team Leader, you will lead and support technical assignments, working closely with senior colleagues to deliver compliant, innovative and commercially sound process safety solutions. You will also play an active role in developing client relationships and supporting the growth of the process safety service in both established and emerging markets.
Your new role
As a Process Safety Engineer, your responsibilities will include:
Delivering process safety consultancy services to clients across high‑hazard industries
Understanding client needs and developing tailored, pragmatic engineering solutions
Leading technical assignments with support from senior team members
Building and maintaining strong client relationships to ensure high levels of customer satisfaction
Supporting business development through repeat work and new opportunities
Ensuring projects are delivered to time, cost and quality expectations
Providing regular progress updates and escalating risks or issues as required
Adapting to changing project requirements and market conditions
Ensuring compliance with internal standards, client contracts and relevant regulations
Communicating clearly and transparently with clients, colleagues and managementWhat you'll need to succeed
Essential:
At least 5 years' experience in process industries, ideally within high‑hazard environments
Strong knowledge of process safety techniques and risk management tools
Experience applying process safety methods in a consultancy or operational environment
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and relevant engineering software
Degree qualified in Chemical Engineering or a related scientific discipline
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
Excellent technical report‑writing capabilityDesirable:
Experience in three or more of the following areas:
Hazard study leadership (HAZID / HAZOP)
SIL determination using LOPA
Human factors analysis
Fire and explosion protection systems
Process safety management and auditing
Safety reports for COMAH and/or offshore regulatory regimes
Chartered Engineer status, or actively working towards ChartershipWhat you'll get in return
Excellent basic salary (£65,000 - £85,000)
Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
Structured training and professional development
Exposure to a wide range of national and international projects
Long‑term career development within a technically respected organisation
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