Sr. Eletrical Engineer, Global Process Safety Engineering, Global Process Safety Engineering, Workplace Health & Safety

The Workplace Health and Safety Technical Solutions Team seeks an accomplished Senior Process Safety Engineer to lead global initiatives in Process Safety Management (PSM) and Process Safety this high-impact role you will ensure compliance with international regional and local regulations for highly hazardous chemical (HHC) processes across Amazons facilities worldwide. You will play a key role in designing constructing and operating projects involving alternative energy sources and HHC strictly adhering to Recognized and Generally Accepted Good Engineering Practices (RAGAGEP).

This position demands deep expertise in Center for Chemical Process Safety (CCPS) Risk-Based Process Safety (RBPS) principles coupled with comprehensive knowledge of regulatory compliance standards including OSHA PSM and EPA RMP (North America) the Seveso Directive (Europe) and emerging regulations in the Asia-Pacific region. As a strategic partner to technical operational and leadership teams you will drive improvements in global process safety performance while fostering a robust safety culture throughout the organization.

This role also involves shaping the engineering vision and strategy to ensure consistency in managing process safety risks across Worldwide (WW) Operations focusing strongly on hydrogen fuel usage emerging green alternative energy sources and its associated safety considerations. You will collaborate with diverse teams to implement a systematic scalable approach to risk identification mitigation and management.


Key job responsibilities
Risk Management and Hazard Analysis: Lead or facilitate comprehensive PHAs such as HAZOP LOPA and FMEA across global operations. Oversee the development of risk mitigation strategies and ensure the timely execution of corrective measures.
Risk Evaluation and Collaboration: Evaluate process safety risks recommend effective controls and coordinate the development of comprehensive process safety information. Act as a central point of contact for internal and external stakeholders to develop control solutions.
Regulatory Compliance and RAGAGEP Integration: Ensure compliance with global safety regulations including OSHA PSM EPA RMP Seveso Directive and equivalent standards while applying Recognized and Generally Accepted Good Engineering Practices (RAGAGEP) across HHC sites globally.
Governance and Framework Development: Develop and maintain a robust RBPS governance framework including tools and processes that foster standardization and continuous improvement. Secure leadership commitment by defining roles responsibilities and resources to integrate process safety seamlessly across all operational levels.
Alternative Energy Process Safety: Serve as a subject matter expert in alternative energy technologies including hydrogen biofuels carbon capture and solar/thermal systems. Drive the safe design commissioning and operation of these systems in collaboration with external partners and internal teams.
Global Process Safety Management (PSM) Oversight: Spearhead the design implementation and continuous enhancement of global PSM systems ensuring consistency with CCPS RBPS pillars local regulations corporate standards and industry best practices.
Performance Monitoring and Reporting: Define track and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) aligned with CCPS guidance and corporate objectives. Deliver regular updates to senior leadership highlighting progress risks and strategic recommendations.
Tool Development for Compliance: Create and implement tools to ensure compliance with OSHA PSM requirements including conducting PHAs for hazard identification analysis and prioritization.
Training and Mentorship: Develop and deliver training programs on process safety topics fostering a culture of continuous learning. Establish and report process safety metrics and share best practices across the organization.
Leadership and Organizational Development: Provide technical mentorship to regional and site teams to build process safety expertise throughout the organization. Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Engineering Operations Maintenance Procurement) to embed safety in every phase of the asset lifecycle.
Incident Investigation and Audit Leadership: Lead or actively participate in incident investigations risk assessments and EHS self-assessments or audits to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) Support: Support WHS programs and systems across the organization including readiness to respond to emergencies when required.
Process Safety Leadership: Provide strategic leadership in process safety across all Amazon business units ensuring alignment with Amazons risk profile and safety standards for all proposed projects.
- Travel required based on business needs.


A day in the life
Amazon offers a full range of benefits that support you and eligible family members including domestic partners and their children. Benefits can vary by location the number of regularly scheduled hours you work length of employment and job status such as seasonal or temporary employment. The benefits that generally apply to regular full-time employees include:
1. Medical Dental and Vision Coverage
2. Maternity and Parental Leave Options
3. Paid Time Off (PTO)
4. 401(k) Plan

If you are not sure that every qualification on the list above describes you exactly wed still love to hear from you! At Amazon we value people with unique backgrounds experiences and skillsets. If youre passionate about this role and want to make an impact on a global scale please apply!


About the team
Our Mission: The Global PSE teams mission is to ensure the safe design and reliable operation of facilities that contain or use Highly Hazardous Chemicals (HHCs). Our mission is to provide the necessary support so Amazon can achieve the 2040 Climate Pledge responsibly and in a manner that safeguards the safety of our associates and the community at large.

Program Strategy: The teams focus is on building a safety program that reduces the HHC risks at Amazon to as low as reasonably possible. To do so we are working to establish process safety frameworks for our HHC processes: (1)Technology Process Safety Information Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) Safe work practices (2) Facilities Mechanical Integrity Pre-Start-up Safety Reviews Management of Change (MOC) (3) Personnel Process Safety Training Process Safety Incident Investigations (4) Audit and Assurance Monitor program performance and maturation


- Experience in developing functional specifications design verification plans and functional test procedures
- 6 years of project/program management experience
- 6 years of managing analyzing and communicating results to senior leadership experience
- Experience in creating process improvements with automation and analysis or experience delivering results for large cross-functional initiatives/projects
- Experience defining and executing program requirements and using data and metrics to determine improvements
- Bachelors Degree in Chemical or Process safety Engineering with 10 years of industry experience
- 6 years of working cross functionally with tech and non-tech teams experience

- Masters degree in electrical engineering computer engineering or equivalent
- Experience working with interdisciplinary teams to execute product design from concept to production
- Experience with the project management of technical projects
- Experience participating in or leading technical collaborations and creating alignment across diverse groups (e.g. hardware engineering software engineering program management)
- Experience delivering results for large cross-functional initiatives/projects or experience in solving complex business challenges by delivering accurate and timely financial models analysis and recommendations that have a proven impact on business (e.g. financial savings operational improvements or customer benefits)
- Experience prioritizing and managing time effectively in dynamic environments
- Experience that includes strong analytical skills attention to detail and effective communication abilities
- 15 years of leadership experience in chemical or process safety engineering roles within the chemical energy or oil and gas sectors.
- Extensive expertise in Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) methodologies including HAZOP LOPA FMEA and FTA with strong proficiency in process safety software and mechanical integrity evaluation techniques.
- Advanced skills in incident investigation methodologies such as Apollo Tap Root and Root Cause Analysis (RCA) complemented by expertise in auditing practices.
- Exceptional communication and stakeholder management capabilities with a proven ability to influence and collaborate across all levels of an organization with excellent writing skills.
- Comprehensive knowledge of global regulatory frameworks including OSHA PSM EPA RMP Seveso Directive/COMAH and equivalent standards.
- Established track record in alternative energy fields such as hydrogen biofuels and battery technologies as well as managing highly hazardous chemicals.
- Significant experience in developing and implementing foundational elements of Process Safety Management Systems (PSMS) in accordance with Recognized and Generally Accepted Good Engineering Practices (RAGAGEP).
- Proven ability to lead and collaborate effectively in fast-paced detail-oriented team settings within rapidly evolving organizations.

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status disability or other legally protected status.

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The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience qualifications and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical dental vision prescription Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans EAP Mental Health Support Medical Advice Line Flexible Spending Accounts Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage) 401(k) matching paid time off and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at TN Nashville - 135700.00 - 183600.00 USD annually
USA VA Arlington - 137300.00 - 185700.00 USD annually
USA WA Bellevue - 137300.00 - 185700.00 USD annually