Sr. Process Safety Engineer, Global Process Safety Engineering & Management, Workplace Health & Safety

Job description

Description
The Workplace Health and Safety Technical Solutions Team seeks an accomplished Senior Process Safety Engineer to lead global initiatives in Process Safety Management (PSM) and Process Safety Engineering (PSE).

In this high-impact role, you will ensure compliance with international, regional, and local regulations for highly hazardous chemical (HHC) processes across Amazon’s facilities worldwide.

You will play a key role in designing, constructing, and operating projects involving alternative energy sources and HHC, strictly adhering to Recognized and Generally Accepted Good Engineering Practices (RAGAGEP).

This position demands deep expertise in Center for Chemical Process Safety (CCPS) Risk-Based Process Safety (RBPS) principles, coupled with comprehensive knowledge of regulatory compliance standards, including OSHA PSM and EPA RMP (North America), the Seveso Directive (Europe), and emerging regulations in the Asia-Pacific region.

As a strategic partner to technical, operational, and leadership teams, you will drive improvements in global process safety performance while fostering a robust safety culture throughout the organization.

This role also involves shaping the engineering vision and strategy to ensure consistency in managing process safety risks across Worldwide (WW) Operations, focusing strongly on hydrogen fuel usage, emerging green alternative energy sources and its associated safety considerations.

You will collaborate with diverse teams to implement a systematic, scalable approach to risk identification, mitigation, and management.

Key job responsibilities
• Risk Management and Hazard Analysis: Lead or facilitate comprehensive PHAs such as HAZOP, LOPA, and FMEA across global operations.

Oversee the development of risk mitigation strategies and ensure the timely execution of corrective measures.
• Risk Evaluation and Collaboration: Evaluate process safety risks, recommend effective controls, and coordinate the development of comprehensive process safety information.

Act as a central point of contact for internal and external stakeholders to develop control solutions.
• Regulatory Compliance and RAGAGEP Integration: Ensure compliance with global safety regulations, including OSHA PSM, EPA RMP, Seveso Directive, and equivalent standards, while applying Recognized and Generally Accepted Good Engineering Practices (RAGAGEP) across HHC sites globally.
• Governance and Framework Development: Develop and maintain a robust RBPS governance framework, including tools and processes that foster standardization and continuous improvement.

Secure leadership commitment by defining roles, responsibilities, and resources to integrate process safety seamlessly across all operational levels.
• Alternative Energy Process Safety: Serve as a subject matter expert in alternative energy technologies, including hydrogen, biofuels, carbon capture, and solar/thermal systems.

Drive the safe design, commissioning, and operation of these systems in collaboration with external partners and internal teams.
• Global Process Safety Management (PSM) Oversight: Spearhead the design, implementation, and continuous enhancement of global PSM systems, ensuring consistency with CCPS RBPS pillars, local regulations, corporate standards, and industry best practices.
• Performance Monitoring and Reporting: Define, track, and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) aligned with CCPS guidance and corporate objectives.

Deliver regular updates to senior leadership, highlighting progress, risks, and strategic recommendations.
• Tool Development for Compliance: Create and implement tools to ensure compliance with OSHA PSM requirements, including conducting PHAs for hazard identification, analysis, and prioritization.
• Training and Mentorship: Develop and deliver training programs on process safety topics, fostering a culture of continuous learning.

Establish and report process safety metrics and share best practices across the organization.
• Leadership and Organizational Development: Provide technical mentorship to regional and site teams to build process safety expertise throughout the organization.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, Procurement) to embed safety in every phase of the asset lifecycle.
• Incident Investigation and Audit Leadership: Lead or actively participate in incident investigations, risk assessments, and EHS self-assessments or audits to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
• Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) Support: Support WHS programs and systems across the organization, including readiness to respond to emergencies when required.
• Process Safety Leadership: Provide strategic leadership in process safety across all Amazon business units, ensuring alignment with Amazon's risk profile and safety standards for all proposed projects.

A day in the life
Amazon offers a full range of benefits that support you and eligible family members, including domestic partners and their children.

Benefits can vary by location, the number of regularly scheduled hours you work, length of employment, and job status such as seasonal or temporary employment.

The benefits that generally apply to regular, full-time employees include:
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Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
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Maternity and Parental Leave Options
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Paid Time Off (PTO)
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401(k) Plan

If you are not sure that every qualification on the list above describes you exactly, we'd still love to hear from you! At Amazon, we value people with unique backgrounds, experiences, and skillsets.

If you’re passionate about this role and want to make an impact on a global scale, please apply!

About the team
Our Mission: The Global PSM team’s mission is to ensure the safe design and reliable operation of facilities that contain or use Highly Hazardous Chemicals (HHCs).

Our mission is to provide the necessary support so Amazon can achieve the 2040 Climate Pledge responsibly and in a manner that safeguards the safety of our associates and the community at large.

Program Strategy: The team’s focus is on building a safety program that reduces the HHC risks at Amazon to as low as reasonably possible.

To do so, we are working to establish process safety frameworks for our HHC processes: (1)Technology – Process Safety Information, Process Hazard Analysis (PHA), Safe work practices (2) Facilities – Mechanical Integrity, Pre-Start-up Safety Reviews, Management of Change (MOC) (3) Personnel – Process Safety Training, Process Safety Incident Investigations (4) Audit and Assurance – Monitor program performance and maturation

Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical or Process safety Engineering with 6+ years of industry experience
- 6+ years of working cross functionally with tech and non-tech teams experience
- 6+ years of program or project management experience
- 6+ years of managing, analyzing and communicating results to senior leadership experience
- Experience implementing repeatable processes and driving automation or standardization
- Experience defining program requirements and using data and metrics to determine improvements
Preferred Qualifications
- 10 + years of leadership experience in chemical, mechanical, electrical, or process safety engineering roles within the chemical, energy, or oil and gas sectors.
- Demonstrated adaptability in aligning approaches to meet the dynamic needs of customers, business objectives, program stakeholders, and cross-functional engineering teams.
- Extensive expertise in Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) methodologies, including HAZOP, LOPA, FMEA, and FTA, with strong proficiency in process safety software and mechanical integrity evaluation techniques.
- Advanced skills in incident investigation methodologies such as Apollo, Tap Root, and Root Cause Analysis (RCA), complemented by expertise in auditing practices.
- Exceptional communication and stakeholder management capabilities, with a proven ability to influence and collaborate across all levels of an organization with excellent writing skills.
- Comprehensive knowledge of global regulatory frameworks, including OSHA PSM, EPA RMP, Seveso Directive/COMAH, and equivalent standards.
- Established track record in alternative energy fields, such as hydrogen, biofuels, and battery technologies, as well as managing highly hazardous chemicals.
- Significant experience in developing and implementing foundational elements of Process Safety Management Systems (PSMS) in accordance with Recognized and Generally Accepted Good Engineering Practices (RAGAGEP).
- Consistently upholds high standards of performance, demonstrates strategic thinking, and achieves impactful results.
- Highly adept at self-managing priorities, meeting deadlines, and adjusting to shifting goals and priorities in dynamic environments.
- Proven ability to lead and collaborate effectively in fast-paced, detail-oriented team settings within rapidly evolving organizations.
- Displays a positive and professional demeanor, with exceptional critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and a cooperative, team-oriented mindset.

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers.

If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information.

If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets.

The base pay for this position ranges from $128,600/year in our lowest geographic market up to $213,600/year in our highest geographic market.

Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Amazon is a total compensation company.

Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits.

For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits .

This position will remain posted until filled.

Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.

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