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Main Responsibilities
• Participate PHA (PHA Preparation, PHA discussion).
• Participate Machinery risk assessment for functional safety
• Compile General Safety Requirement Specification.
• Develop Safety Required Specifications (SRS) together with other FS experts in project with support from Global PCT FS expert
• Conduct PFD /PFH /PL calculation and SIF verification as required, provide guidance to PCT Lead Engineers/Contractor Engineers for Functional Safety related tasks in assigned Lots, e.g. Codes/Regulation requirement clarification, Provide training on PFD calculation tool, PL calculation tool SIS documentation, SIS evaluation etc..
• Provide functional safety expertise for PTS, check and verify PTS method interval in accordance with SIL calculation, guide project PCT Lead engineers to execute reasonable proof test and extension work;
• Actively contribute to the Functional Safety experience exchange within CISS and with GPCT FS community, for sustainable know-how transfer of functional safety within PCT. e.g. Provide Functional Safety/MS(PCT) training to PCT Lead engineers or Contractor Instrument Engineers in project, coach PCT Lead engineers on FS related tasks, experience exchange within project;
• Support PCT team in fulfilling legal requirements and Covestro global standards with respect to PCT Functional Safety.
• Provide PCT function safety expertise to ensure functional safety compliance with legal requirements and industry standards in related PCT activities in project
• Sustainable competency development in PCT Functional Safety for ENG APAC
• Conduct FS 4 eyes check at the mandatory steps(e.g. PFD Calculations database)
• Evaluate contractor qualifications and support the SIS design for the contractor.
• Support MoC/CDQ and other key activities that require expert advice.
Add Value:
'The professional execution of engineering activities, as well as the preparation of all engineering documents in close cooperation with the other disciplines and engineering contractors involved, contribute to successful project management.
• Communication & stakeholder management
• Team collaboration / cross-functional working
• Problem-solving & analytical thinking
• Leadership or mentoring abilities
Qualification Requirements (Education & Work Experience)
• Masters or Bachelor degree in instrumentation, automation, electrical or IT Engineering from renowned university
• Work experience 8+ years in process industry, SIS design, HAZOP facilitation
• Has gained during his professional career significant know how in the areas of basic and detail design including interface management with contractors, field engineering support, commissioning and start-up of chemical, petrochemical or related plants;
• Hands-on experience in functional safety. TÜV functional safety certification is preferred.
• Fluent in written and spoken in Chinese and English， including technical English.
• Knowledge of all relevant GB and IEC codes with regard to design and maintenance of PCT systems in chemical and petrochemical plants
• Able to establish priorities, to organize, to work independently, and to proceed according to agreed objectives without continuous supervision
• Exhibits considerable interpersonal skills, including the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
• Project experience: Lead Engineer role or PCT Engineer role in €5 million+ projects
YOUR APPLICATION
Are you as curious, courageous and colorful as we are? If so, we can offer you an exciting career opportunity. We look forward to receiving your application including a cover letter, resume/CV, and relevant certificates. Become part of our Team - apply now!
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Covestro welcomes applications from all individuals, regardless of racial or ethnic origin, skin color, nationality, religion, philosophy, gender, age, physical characteristics, marital status, disability, appearance, sexual orientation and sexual identity. We are committed to treating all applicants fairly and avoiding discrimination.
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in instrumentation, automation, electrical, or IT engineering
- 8+ years of experience in the process industry, SIS design, and HAZOP facilitation
- Significant experience in basic and detailed design, contractor interface management, field engineering support, commissioning, and startup of chemical, petrochemical, or related plants
- Hands-on functional safety experience
- TÜV functional safety certification
- Fluency in written and spoken Chinese and English, including technical English
- Knowledge of relevant GB and IEC codes for PCT system design and maintenance in chemical and petrochemical plants
- Ability to establish priorities, organize work, operate independently, and meet agreed objectives without continuous supervision
- Strong interpersonal and relationship-management skills
- Lead Engineer or PCT Engineer experience on projects valued at €5 million or more
Covestro Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Covestro and has not been reviewed or approved by Covestro.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — The company publicly commits to pay equity and a transparent compensation structure, signaling consistency across roles and levels. Competitive pay for manufacturing, engineering, and operations is frequently highlighted alongside solid benefits.
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Retirement Support — U.S. offerings include a 401(k) with company matching and additional retirement contributions, plus an employee stock purchase program. The retirement setup is repeatedly described as especially strong, with examples of automatic contributions and generous matching.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off and holiday observance are standard, complemented by two paid volunteer days in the U.S. Supplemental parental leave and adoption assistance add depth to family support.
Covestro Insights
What We Do
Covestro is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of high-quality polymer materials and their components. With its innovative products, processes and methods, the company helps enhance sustainability and the quality of life in many areas. Covestro supplies customers around the world in key industries such as mobility, building and living, as well as the electrical and electronics sector. In addition, polymers from Covestro are also used in sectors such as sports and leisure, cosmetics and health, as well as in the chemical industry itself. The company is committed to becoming fully circular and is striving to become climate neutral by 2035 (scope 1, 2 and 3). Covestro generated sales of EUR 14.4 billion in fiscal 2023. At the end of 2023, the company had 48 production sites worldwide and employed approximately 17,500 people (calculated as full-time equivalents). Data protection information: https://www.covestro.com/en/social-media-privacy-statements
