Process Safety Management Engineer – Hybrid

Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world’s top-recognized brands and companies, is actively seeking a Process Safety Management Engineer to join our Engineering and Software team based in Santa Clara, CA. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in oil, gas, and chemical industries.

Intertek's Industry Services delivers trusted and innovative global integrated solutions that ensure quality, safety and reliability in our customers' operations, supply chains and business processes.

Intertek/Industry Services is continually innovating and evolving to reduce risk for consumers, brands and organizations in every sector and industry around the world. We go beyond Testing, Inspection and Certification of products: we are a Total Quality Assurance Provider to industries worldwide. Our Purpose: Bringing quality, safety, and sustainability to life.

What are we looking for?

Intertek's Industry Services group is seeking an experienced Process Safety Management (PSM) Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have expertise in mechanical integrity programs and risk-based inspection (RBI) software implementation. This position will travel approximately 25% of the time.

Shift/Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm.  Occasional weekends as needed when working on client sites.

Salary & Benefits Information:

Individual compensation packages are based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate including skill set, experience, qualifications, and other job-related reasons.  

The base salary range for this position is $80,000 to $150,000. Individual compensation packages are based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate including skill set, experience, qualifications, and other job-related reasons. 

In addition to competitive compensation packages, when working with Intertek you can expect benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with company match, generous vacation/sick time (PTO), tuition reimbursement and more.

What you’ll do:

Develop and implement comprehensive Process Safety Management programs for clients in the oil, gas, and chemical industries Conduct Process Hazard Analyses (PHA) using various methodologies such as HAZOP, FMEA, and Fault Tree Analysis Perform audits of existing PSM programs to ensure regulatory compliance and identify areas for improvement Lead the implementation of Mechanical Integrity Programs, including developing inspection schedules and preventative maintenance activities Utilize and implement Risk-Based Inspection (RBI) software to optimize inspection strategies and resource allocation Provide expert guidance on regulatory requirements, particularly OSHA's 29 CFR 1910.119 and EPA's Risk Management Program Assist clients in developing and improving Management of Change (MOC) programs Deliver training sessions on PSM best practices and regulatory compliance Pre-Sales/Sales Support for Intertek’s Aware Software. 

This position outline is a general guideline and does not represent all encompassing details. The position assumes that the incumbent has both the mental and physical requirements to carry out the above defined duties.  

Minimum Requirements & Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Process Engineering, or related field Minimum of 8 years of experience in Process Safety Management  In-depth knowledge of OSHA PSM and EPA RMP regulations Expertise in mechanical integrity programs and risk-based inspection methodologies Proficiency in RBI software implementation and usage Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities Willingness to travel to client sites as needed (approximately 25% of the time) Sales Experience Valid driver’s license and reliable driving record is required.  Physically able to walkdown and inspect power plants/refineries This is a remote/hybrid position; however, applicants must reside in and be able to legally work in the United States. 

Preferred Requirements & Qualifications:

Professional Engineering (PE) license Certifications in process safety or risk management (e.g., CCPS) Experience with failure analysis and root cause investigation Familiarity with industry codes and standards (API, ASME, NACE)

Intertek: Total Quality. Assured.

Intertek is a world leader in the Quality Assurance market, with a proven, high-quality business model and a global network of customer-focused operations and highly engaged subject matter experts. With passion, pace, and precision we work to exceed our customers’ expectations, while engaging with our employees to be 10X in their performance and professional growth.

Intertek is a drug-free workplace. As a condition of employment, certain positions may be required to pass a pre-employment drug test based on the type of work that will be performed.

We Value Diversity

Intertek’s network of phenomenal people are our greatest assets, and the diversity they bring fuels our success. Intertek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that values inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

For individuals with disabilities who would like to request accommodation, or who need assistance applying, please email hr.eeo@intertek.com or call 1-877-694-8543 (option #5) to speak with a member of the HR Department.

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*Intertek does not accept unsolicited approaches from agencies and will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.