Process Safety Engineer

The Process Safety Engineer proactively applies engineering and problem-solving skills to meet challenging safety and business objectives. The Process Safety Engineer partners with multiple levels of management and across various levels of disciplines to improve safety and environmental compliance in the design and operation of the refining facilities.

PBF Energy Inc. (NYSE:PBF) is one of the largest independent refiners in North America, operating, through its subsidiaries, oil refineries and related facilities. We are a growing organization seeking a talented Process Safety Engineer to join our team as a pivotal member here at PBF Energy. This role is located at Torrance Refining Company in Torrance, CA.

Job Summary

The Process Safety Engineer proactively applies engineering and problem-solving skills to meet challenging safety and business objectives.  The Process Safety Engineer partners with multiple levels of management and across various levels of disciplines to improve safety and environmental compliance in the design and operation of the refining facilities.

Principle Responsibilities

Program Management

• Administers and stewards’ elements of PBF Energy’s management systems

• Supports and advises on State and Federal safety programs and requirements (e.g., Environmental Protection Agency, Risk Management Program, Occupational Health & Safety Administration and Process Safety Management)

• Analyzes site safety incident and near miss performance and communicates improvement steps

Process Safety

• Drives site improvement in the areas of Process Safety and Loss Prevention

• Assists the refinery with the application of new process safety technology and risk assessment tools

• Responds to refinery operational events and assists the site with developing risk-based solutions to unique or higher risk situations

• Supports major capital projects in the areas of design consulting, technical quality assurance, and start-up assistance related to process safety

• Develops and maintains technical standards and guidelines

• Develops and delivers training in risk assessment, process safety in design and safe operating practices for plant engineers and key operating personnel

• Facilitates site hazard and operability reviews

• Provides technical leadership through participation in formal technical networks and work groups

Job Qualifications

Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering (Chemical or Mechanical preferred)

• Minimum of 3 years professional experience in refining/petrochemical industry (preferred), or manufacturing facility

• Experience with State and Federal safety programs

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of design, technical support and troubleshooting for petrochemical/refining operations

• Knowledge of the key hazards and process safety features of typical refinery process equipment

• Knowledge of process safety design and engineering practices and the relevant industry standards (e.g. API, BS, EN, NFPA)

• Experience in the use of appropriate analysis techniques

• Risk assessment and mitigation

• Facilitate Hazard and Operability review (Guideword HazOp methodology)

• Field process safety assessments

• Fire protection and safe operations reviews

• Incident investigations

• Safety review of new project facilities

• Hazardous area classification reviews

• Blast protection reviews

• Ability to carry out dispersion modeling and flame radiation assessment

• Knowledge of process hazards and safe working practices (e.g. Brittle fracture, H2S, electrostatic hazard, LPG storage, Work Permit procedures).

Core Competencies & Characteristics:

• Possesses strong leadership skills and commitment to teamwork, especially in the areas of petrochemical process safety and risk management.

• Proactively pursues improvement including functional knowledge and critical thinking skills.

• Maintains high ethical standards, while still remaining results-focused.

• Demonstrates and accepts personal accountability for quality of work.

• Uses a measured risk approach and risk-value analysis methods in all business decisions.

• Sets high standards for safety, integrity, and operational excellence.

• Drives highly productive and mutually beneficial relationships with business partners, suppliers & peers.

• Ability to communicate well with various levels of employees and management, and work effectively in a team environment to drive desired results.

This description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.

This position is subject to federally mandated drug/alcohol testing.

The salary range for this position is $84,617.04 - $150,153.75.  The compensation range listed in this posting is in compliance with applicable state law.  Factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, job-related skills and internal peer equity will be considered in determining the selected candidate’s compensation.  Salaries at the time of hire are typically in the lower to middle portion of the above range in order to provide the opportunity to reflect future performance-based increases.  In addition to salary, PBF offers a comprehensive and generous benefits package. 

We thank all respondents for their interest in PBF Holding Company LLC (“PBF Energy”), however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please no phone calls or emails to any employee of PBF Energy about this requisition. Placement agencies or recruiters need not respond. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee of PBF Energy via email, the Internet or in any method without a valid written search agreement will be deemed the sole property of PBF Energy. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by PBF Energy as a result of the referral or through other means.

PBF Energy is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, reproductive health decision making, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, age, veteran and military status, or any other status protected by applicable law. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations as required by law. 

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