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Senior Process Safety Engineer

Guildford
2 weeks ago
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Join a leading clean energy company developing innovative hydrogen-based technologies to support the global shift toward net-zero emissions. As part of a growing team focused on unique energy storage systems, this role offers the chance to work on impactful technology that’s moving into commercial deployment.

This is a hands-on, cross-functional position where you will embed robust process safety practices into all stages of system design and delivery. It’s an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer ready to influence technical direction and step into a leadership role.

Senior Process Safety Engineer responsibilities

Lead and contribute to process safety assessments including HAZID, HAZOP, LOPA, and DSEAR

Support the preparation of safety cases, QRA/semi-QRA, and ALARP demonstrations

Carry out consequence modelling using PHAST or similar tools

Ensure designs comply with relevant safety legislation including PED, ATEX, COMAH, PSSR, and PUWER

Produce and review core process documentation such as PFDs, P&IDs, control narratives, and functional descriptions

Perform process calculations, heat and mass balances, and relief sizing

Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure safe and efficient system design

Contribute to SIL assessments and safety instrumented system development

Investigate process safety incidents and conduct root cause analysis

Support the development of junior team members and promote a strong safety culture
Senior Process Safety Engineer requirements

Degree-qualified in Chemical or Process Engineering (or equivalent)

At least 5 years’ relevant industry experience, ideally on high hazard chemical sites

Chartered or working towards chartership (IChemE or equivalent)

In-depth knowledge of UK process safety regulations and risk assessment approaches

Skilled in process simulation and design tools such as Aspen Plus or HYSYS

Strong communicator with the ability to present complex technical information clearly
Additional Experience (Desirable)

Involvement in the design, validation, and operation of chemical plants

Incident reporting and root cause analysis

Development of MAPP and other regulatory documentation

Experience with hydrogen processes is desirable

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