Process Safety Engineer

Sedron Technologies is hiring a talented Process Safety Engineer!

Preferred Locations: Onsite in Bellingham or Sedro-Woolley WA remote within Chicago IL or Green Bay WI area. Also open to remote work based throughout the Mid-west region.

Founded in 2014 and headquartered in the Pacific Northwest Sedron Technologies designs manufactures installs and operates advanced water and waste upcycling technologies. With a focus on transforming the paradigm from waste processing to resource recovery Sedron Technologies works with municipal agricultural and industrial customers to process their waste into climate-smart commodities through environmentally and financially sustainable methods.

We are seeking a Process Safety Engineer to lead the development implementation and execution of Sedrons process safety practices. This is a hands-on execution-driven role responsible for owning and advancing process safety across our operations. The ideal candidate will serve as the central point person for all process safety activities working closely with plant operations and engineering teams to lead LOPA PHA and HAZOPS reviews and to drive timely and practical follow-up addition to executing day-to-day safety responsibilities this role will play a key part in elevating Sedrons overall process safety maturity and embedding it into every stage of how we design operate and evolve our systems.

Because we design build commission and operate our technologies we are looking for individuals who can meet the following essential functions of the position:

Lead and facilitate various Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) methodologies (e.g. HAZOP LOPA What-If/Checklist FMEA) for new and existing processes modifications and expansions. Ensure PHAs are conducted thoroughly documented effectively and recommendations are tracked to closure.
Conduct quantitative and qualitative risk assessments to evaluate potential hazards assess likelihood and consequences and develop appropriate risk reduction strategies.
Oversee the identification classification and integrity management of safety systems and other safety critical equipment.
Participate in and lead incident investigations (near misses incidents accidents) using root cause analysis methodologies (e.g. Bowtie 5 Whys Fishbone diagrams) to identify underlying causes and develop effective corrective actions.
Review and approve Memorandums of Change (MOCs) for process equipment and procedural changes to ensure potential safety impacts are identified assessed and mitigated before implementation.
Conduct and participate in Pre-Startup Safety Reviews to ensure new or modified facilities and equipment are safe to operate prior to the introduction of hazardous materials.
Stay current with and ensure compliance with relevant local state and federal regulations (e.g. OSHA PSM EPA RMP NFPA API standards) and industry best practices.
Conduct and participate in process safety audits and self-assessments to evaluate the effectiveness of PSM programs and identify areas for improvement.
Collaborate with HSE to develop review and update process safety procedures standards and training; deliver safety training to operations maintenance and engineering teams; mentor junior engineers and promote a strong proactive safety culture.
Support the development and review of emergency response plans related to process safety incidents.
Monitor and report on process safety performance metrics and KPIs.
Communicate and collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams of technicians engineers and operators
Demonstrate initiative and problem-solving drive bringing energy and excitement to technically challenging work
Maintain reliable attendance arriving on time and ready to contribute
Take ownership of additional duties as needed to support Company goals

This position has multiple levels of competency to be determined by performance certifications and supervisor discretion.

BENEFITS
Multiple medical dental and vision insurance options to keep you feeling your best
401(k) with employer matching
Generous paid time off and paid holidays (plus 2 floating holidays to use your way)
Disability Life and AD&D Insurance
FSA and HSA options with employer contributions
Tuition reimbursement we invest in your growth
Casual work attire no suits required (unless thats your thing)

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
10 years of experience in process safety engineering
Bachelors or higher degree in Chemical Mechanical or Process Engineering or related field
Proven experience leading HAZOPs or similar hazard assessments.
Deep understanding of how operations and engineering intersect with safety
Strong written and verbal communication skills; comfortable working across technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Minimum requirement for all positions is a high school diploma or GED
Must have effective verbal reading and written communication skills in the English language

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience in manufacturing environments (e.g. chemical processing petrochemical pulp and paper or water treatment).
Knowledge of regulatory compliance for chemical manufacturing (e.g. EPA OSHA FDA or equivalent)
Six Sigma or Lean Manufacturing experience for process improvement

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physically demanding tasks
Ability to pass a respirator fit test
Comfortable working in various environments including heights confined spaces and varying temperatures
Ability to stand walk and bend for extended periods of time

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Compensation for this role is between $130000 $165000
This role may qualify for a discretionary bonus recognizing outstanding contributions to team and company success
This role requires approximately 10% travel if located at a site 20% travel if remote
In compliance with state and local pay transparency laws the expected compensation for this role is shared above.

The range provided is Sedrons estimate of the base compensation for this role and the final offer will be based on job-related and non-discriminatory factors such as experience skills and geographic location. Compensation may be adjusted within this range to reflect regional cost-of-living differences in states where Sedron is hiring.

Must be a US Citizen or legal permanent resident for this position. We are unable to sponsor any employment visas.

We are committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol-free work environment and our employees are expected to comply with all state and federal laws. Due to the nature of the work performed this role is considered safety sensitive and as such all applicants will be subject to a pre-employment drug test and background check after receiving a conditional offer of employment.

Not sure you meet all the qualifications We encourage you to still apply! Well review your application and may have training opportunities or other positions available.

Sedron Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Sedron Technologies does not discriminate on the basis of race color religion sex national origin sexual orientation marital or familial status physical or mental disability genetic information age retaliation veteran/military service status or any other legally protected status. Sedron Technologies is an EEO/AA/M/F/Disabled/Veteran/Drug-Free Employer.