Position: Senior Safety Engineer
Location: Cologne, Germany (Minimum 3 days per week in-office)
Contract Type: Temp-to-Perm through Airswift

Company Overview

Airswift is recruiting on behalf of a global leader in engineering and project management services, working with top-tier companies in the energy, chemical, and resources sectors. With 51,000 employees across 49 countries, this company leads large-scale, sustainable projects that support the energy transition and contribute to a more sustainable world.

Role Overview

As a Senior Safety Engineer in Cologne, you will play a key role in ensuring plant safety and regulatory compliance across various customer projects. You will lead safety studies, conduct detailed risk assessments, and support regulatory processes while working alongside a dedicated engineering team. This role requires a minimum of three days per week on-site and is a temp-to-perm position, providing an opportunity for long-term placement.

Key Responsibilities Regulatory Compliance & Risk Assessment: Perform comprehensive risk assessments to ensure compliance with German regulatory standards, focusing on plant safety. Safety Studies: Plan, organize, and lead qualitative and quantitative safety studies, such as HAZOP, HAZID, What-If, SIL, and LOPA. Process Risk Analysis: Conduct detailed analysis of process risks (fire, explosion, overpressure, chemical reactions, toxicity). Development of Safety Concepts: Prepare and implement fire and gas alarm concepts to ensure proactive emergency response planning. Approval Process Support: Manage safety documentation and provide expert support for regulatory approval processes. Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering or a related discipline. Experience: Extensive experience in plant safety, regulatory compliance, and safety assessment procedures (ideally including BImSchV standards). Skills: Excellent organizational skills and a structured, systematic approach. Strong communication skills and confidence in engaging with stakeholders. Proficiency in German and English. Must be eligible to work in Germany. Why Join Us?

In this role, you will contribute directly to projects that prioritize safety and sustainability, with opportunities for career growth and professional development. If you’re passionate about shaping the future of sustainable engineering, apply through Airswift and take the next step in your career journey.

Ready to Make an Impact? Apply now with Airswift to join a global leader in sustainable engineering!