Verification & Process Safety Engineer Houston, Texas

The Verification & Process Safety Engineer will be responsible for reviewing and commenting on customer facility designs with the purpose of verifying the conformance of those plans to proper industry standards and best practices. Typical projects include Certified Verification Agent (CVA) and Independent Verification Body (IVB) representation for customer development and expansion projects though design review and certification work will also be needed. The expectations for this position include:

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Meet with customers to understand their needs and concerns about the jurisdictional rules that a facility must follow
Develop verification plans as needed to support regulatory requirements and communicate the inspections and data review that will be necessary as a project progresses
Review information given by customers or their vendors to verify that the proper standards have been followed for the project
Comment on any nonconformance or poor practice in the designs recommending changes if appropriate
Manage inspection scheduling and reporting through communication with other BV departments and offices
Risk Assessment & Analysis: Facilitate PHA HAZID/HAZOP and LOPA activities and review results from these analyses
Oversee MOC systems and PSSR to ensure safety parameters are maintained during plant modifications
Safety Safeguards: Manage the performance requirements of safety-critical equipment (e.g. SIS and relief valves) and conduct facility siting studies
Ensure site compliance with OSHA PSM and EPA Risk Management Program (RMP) regulations
Incident Investigation: Lead root cause analyses for process safety events and track the implementation of corrective actions
Aid business development group in identifying new ways BVs technical capabilities can provide value for customers

ACCOUNTABILITIES AND PERFORMANCE MEASURES
Successfully deliver timely and accurate design review reports to clients
Achieve strategic objectives defined by company management
Help develop and execute strategic account plans to meet customer needs

ORGANIZATIONAL ALIGNMENT
Reports to the Director of Operation for BVNAM Energy Technical Center
Collaborates with the VP of Business Development on proposal preparation for new opportunities utilizing engineering support

QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelors degree in Chemical Mechanical or Process Engineering
10 years of experience in the oil and gas sector
Deep understanding of RAGAGEP (Recognized and Generally Accepted Good Engineering Practices) NFPA API and ISO standards; familiar with UK Safety Case
Strong communication skills to deliver results to people with varying technical backgrounds and make appropriate recommendations as needed
Professional Engineer licensure and/or formal PHA/HAZOP Facilitator training strongly preferred
Analytical ability to modify standard patterns in order to develop new business lines and capabilities
Project management capability to direct and participate in projects with several consultants and deliverables
Ability to travel within the US and abroad (about 20%)

Compensation: $130k-$140k plus bonus