
Process Safety Engineer
Life Sciences
Santa Barbara, United States
95 USD Per Hour
4 Aug 2025
Job Description
We're Hiring: Process Safety Engineer
Location: Onsite – Goleta, CA
Industry: Oil & Gas
Experience Level: Mid-Senior (5+ years)
Are you passionate about driving safety and operational excellence in high-stakes environments? Join our team as a Process Safety Engineer and play a key role in safeguarding people, processes, and assets in our dynamic oil and gas operations.
What You'll Do:
As a Process Safety Engineer, you’ll lead critical safety initiatives and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with OSHA PSM standards and industry best practices. You'll be instrumental in designing and improving safety systems that prevent incidents and promote a culture of continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities:
Conduct PHA studies (HAZOP, LOPA, FMEA) and Quantitative Risk Assessments (QRA)
Support design teams on fire protection, ESD, gas detection, and relief systems
Investigate incidents and lead root cause analyses
Drive compliance with local, state, and federal safety regulations
Deliver engaging safety training and promote a proactive safety culture
Perform audits and identify opportunities for improvement
Stay current with innovations and best practices in process safety
What We’re Looking For:
Bachelor’s in Chemical, Mechanical, or related Engineering field (Master’s preferred)
5+ years of process safety experience in the oil and gas industry
Deep understanding of OSHA PSM standards and risk analysis methodologies
Strong analytical, communication, and team collaboration skills
Experience with process safety software and risk assessment tools
Preferred: Process Safety Certification (e.g., CCPSC or equivalent)
Willingness to travel to field locations and perform facility inspections
Work Environment & Physical Requirements:
This role includes a mix of office and field-based work. You must be comfortable with physical activities such as climbing, lifting up to 25 lbs, walking over uneven terrain, and wearing PPE (e.g., respirators, gloves, gas masks) during inspections.
Skills
Job Reference
165735
Date Posted
4 Aug 2025
Industry
Process Controls & Automation
Category
Automation (Supervisory and Field and Control)
Role
Process Engineer
Level
Mid-Level
Employment
Contract
Working Location
Onsite
Salary/Rate
95 USD Per Hour