Principal Process Safety Management Engineer

Application close date:

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.

At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We’re working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. Join our team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight! 

This role is part of Blue Origin Operations, which is comprised of Integrated Supply Chain, Test Operations, Safety, Quality, and Mission Assurance. This includes Manufacturing and Supply Chain support across all Blue Origin facilities.

As part of a hardworking team of EHS Professionals, you will provide subject matter expertise to engineering and production resources related to Process Safety Management (PSM) and other EHS programs. You will share in the team's impact on all aspects of safety and health compliance with local, state, and federal regulations at Blue Origin locations including, but not limited to: OSHA 29 CFR 1910.119 (PSM), NFPA, and ANSI requirements. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your commitment and detailed attention toward safe and repeatable spaceflight.

Special Mentions:

• Relocation provided
• Travel expected up to 25-50% of the time
• Shifts available: 1st Shift; however, work scope and business need may shift on occasion
• Interviews will include a technical assessment

Responsibilities:

• Lead the Process Safety Management (PSM) program and ensure compliance with all elements of OSHA 29 CFR 1910.119, and Risk Management Program (RMP) rule is a U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulation  40 CFR Part 68 
• Manage day-to-day and long-term activities and priorities of the process safety program across Blue Origin facilities
• Lead Management of Change (MOC) reviews and ensure all process changes are assessed and documented per PSM requirements
• Facilitate and oversee Pre-Startup Safety Reviews (PSSR) for new or modified processes and equipment
• Oversee the Mechanical Integrity (MI) program for PSM-covered equipment, including inspection and testing schedules
• Facilitate and lead Process Hazard Analyses (PHAs) including HAZOP, What-If, LOPA, and Fault Tree Analysis
• Evaluate equipment overpressure and overtemperature scenarios and reaction hazards
• Provide subject matter expertise in design and test reviews with a focus on PSM
• Perform periodic audits of safety programs and travel to support process safety activities across multiple sites
• Develop and maintain Emergency Response Plans (ERPs) for PSM-covered processes and support responses to incidents including spills, injuries, hazardous operations, launches, hurricanes, and other emergencies
• Prepare and submit reports to federal and state regulatory agencies as required
• Support development of job hazard analyses and risk assessments including HAZOP, JHA, work instructions, and trainings
• Provide EHS-related input for building design and operations
• Develop and track PSM metrics for the organization and present findings to leadership
• Apply intimate knowledge of safe work practices for complex fluid and gas system design, testing, processing, and storage
• Develop and roll out new tools focused on world-class PSM performance
• Direct, coordinate, and participate in all process safety audits and inspections by keeping accurate and detailed records of all requirements
• Identify and initiate capital projects and other improvements as needed to ensure ongoing compliance with PSM standards
• Mentor and train employees and team members on Blue Origin EHS programs, PSM requirements, good practices, new methods, and hazard study outputs
• Evaluate operations for continuous process improvement and implementation of preventive action measures

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Science, or a related technical field
• 6+ years of total work experience in a high-hazard industry with a focus on PSM
• Extensive knowledge of Process Safety Management regulations, including OSHA 29 CFR 1910.119, and program management
• Experience overseeing PSM / PHA / RMP audits, ensuring compliance and reporting
• Advanced understanding of industry codes, standards, and practices such as ASME, NFPA, ANSI, IBC/IFC, RAGAGEP, and API standards
• Knowledge of quality tools such as lean manufacturing principles, statistical process control, root cause analysis and corrective action, PFMEA, control plans, and various problem-solving approaches
• Ability to define, implement, and track a system-wide PSM program compliant with federal and state requirements
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and technical writing ability with the capacity to interpret and communicate complex technical information
• Willingness to support extended hours, shift work, and weekends as needed
• Proven ability to provide process safety engineering support for complex industrial facilities and projects

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Process Safety Engineering, or Systems Safety Engineering
• 10+ years of total work experience in EHS
• 7+ years of work experience in an operational aerospace environment, manufacturing, or chemical industry
• Experience working in the aerospace industry
• Experience leading a team of process safety engineers and technicians
• Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, equipment datasheets, and instrumentation diagrams
• Experience reviewing safety control circuits and calculating safety performance levels
• Experience with Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS) and Layers of Protection Analysis (LOPA)
• Expertise in Life Safety Code (NFPA 101)
• Familiarity with process safety software tools such as PHAWorks, BowTie XP, PHA-Pro, or equivalent
• Professional certifications: PE, CCPSC, CSP, CPSMP, API 510/570/653

Additional Requirements:

• This is not a remote position and will require relocation if not already local to one of the following major Blue Origin hubs: Van Horn, TX; Huntsville, AL; or Cape Canaveral, FL
• Position occasionally requires the ability to work extended hours and weekends as needed
• This role requires travel to all PSM-covered facilities for Blue Origin

Culture Statement

Don’t meet all desired requirements? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin, we are dedicated to building an authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Export Control Regulations

Applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Background Check

• Required for all positions: Blue’s Standard Background Check
• Required for Certain Job Profiles:  Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation
• Required for Certain Job Profiles: Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or combination of power unit and trailer that meets or exceeds 10,001 lbs. and/or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce, may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including: Driver Qualification Files, Medical Certification (obtained before onboarding), Road Test, Hours of Service, Drug and Alcohol Testing, vehicle inspection requirements, CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training.
• Required for certain Job Profiles: Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical

Benefits

• Benefits include:  Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability, 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%, and an Education Support Program.
• Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)
• Paid Time Off:  Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.
• Dependent on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the company's intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company's results, or other factors at the company's sole discretion. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified and dedicated work force. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Washington Fair Chance Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws. For more information on “Know Your Rights,” please see here.

Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation

Applicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin’s Affirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us at [email protected]. Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request.