Job Description:
Process Safety Engineer
Huntsman is seeking a Process Safety Engineer supporting the Manufacturing function located in Conroe, Texas. This position will report to the Technical Manager.
Job Scope
The Process Safety Engineer supports the Conroe manufacturing facility's Process Safety Management (PSM) program by maintaining Process Safety Information (PSI), supporting Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) activities, coordinating Management of Change (MOC) documentation, and assisting with process safety compliance initiatives.
This role works closely with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, EHS, and Project teams to ensure process safety systems and documentation remain accurate, current, and compliant with OSHA PSM requirements.
In summary, as the Process Safety Engineer, you will:
- Maintain and improve Process Safety Information (PSI) and document control systems.
- Coordinate and support Management of Change (MOC) activities and documentation.
- Assist with Independent Protection Layer (IPL) verification activities and safeguard documentation.
- Support Process Hazard Analyses (PHA), LOPA studies, and risk assessment activities.
- Coordinate process safety audits, track corrective actions, and support compliance initiatives.
- Serve as the site subject matter expert (SME) for facility siting activities.
- Support CAPEX projects with MOC implementation, IPL selection, scope reviews, and process safety guidance.
- Manage weekly incident classifications and maintain incident records in KMS.
- Support Tier Process Safety KPI reporting and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with OSHA Process Safety Management requirements.
Qualifications
You must possess the below minimum qualifications to be initially considered for this position. Preferred qualifications are in addition to the minimum requirements and are considered a plus factor in identifying top candidates.
The candidate must have an unrestricted right to work for Huntsman in the United States.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical Engineering with 1+ years of relevant experience in process safety, manufacturing, engineering, or operations; OR
- Master of Science degree in Chemical Engineering with 1+ years of relevant industrial, internship, or process safety experience.
Skills and Knowledge
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong technical writing and documentation capabilities.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously.
- Ability to work effectively across Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, and EHS organizations.
- Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build collaborative working relationships.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while exercising sound judgment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Knowledge of OSHA Process Safety Management (29 CFR 1910.119).
- Experience with risk assessment methodologies, including HAZOP, What-If Analysis, LOPA, and risk matrix evaluations.
- Familiarity with engineering drawings and P&IDs.
- Experience with PHA-Pro or equivalent process safety software.
- Experience with document management systems.
- Knowledge of process safety information management and document control processes.
- Experience supporting Management of Change (MOC) programs within a manufacturing environment.
Working Environment
- Position is based at the Conroe, Texas manufacturing facility and requires regular interaction with plant operations.
- Work is performed in both office and manufacturing plant environments.
- Occasional plant field visits may be required, including the use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
- May require walking, climbing stairs, and accessing various operating units throughout the facility.
Huntsman is proud to promote equal opportunity in the workplace All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, or any other protected characteristic.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical Engineering and 0–3 years of relevant experience in process safety, manufacturing, engineering, or operations
- Master of Science degree in Chemical Engineering and 0–1 years of relevant industrial, internship, or process safety experience
- Unrestricted right to work for Huntsman in the United States
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Strong technical writing and documentation capabilities
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously
- Ability to collaborate across Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, and EHS organizations
- Knowledge of OSHA Process Safety Management 29 CFR 1910.119
- Experience with HAZOP, What-If Analysis, LOPA, and risk matrix evaluations
- Familiarity with engineering drawings and P&IDs
- Experience with PHA-Pro or equivalent process safety software
- Experience with document management systems and process safety information management
- Experience supporting Management of Change programs in a manufacturing environment
Huntsman Corporation Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage (medical/dental/vision) and EAP are consistently described as solid, with multiple plan options cited. Strong health benefits are frequently highlighted as a relative strength in the total package.
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Retirement Support — Retirement offerings include a 401(k) with employer contributions and equity through a stock incentive plan, with legacy pension arrangements for some groups. Retirement features are repeatedly referenced as a positive component of total rewards.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off, holidays, and floating days are described as good to very good in many roles. Vacation accrual is said to increase with seniority in some locations.
Huntsman Corporation Insights
What We Do
Huntsman Corporation is a publicly traded global manufacturer and marketer of differentiated and specialty chemicals with 2019 revenues of approximately $7 billion. Our chemical products number in the thousands and are sold worldwide to manufacturers serving a broad and diverse range of consumer and industrial end markets. We operate more than 70 manufacturing, R&D and operations facilities in approximately 30 countries and employ approximately 9,000 associates within our four distinct business divisions. We view our customers as valued partners. That’s why we believe in a collaborative approach to client relations and work directly with our customers to develop new chemical components that meet their unique needs. Our dedication to our customers is matched only by our dedication to the environment. As part of our commitment to bettering the industry, we strive to operate safe, clean, efficient facilities in an environmentally and socially responsible manner. This means actively seeking opportunities to leverage our resources to assist those in need around the world. It’s all part of our growth-driven approach, which reflects the spirit of free enterprise and is centered on creating mutual benefits for customers, employees, suppliers and the communities where we work.
