Process Safety Engineer

Process EngineerThe Process Safety Engineer works within the Refining Integrity Team and is responsible for the development, implementation, execution, and monitoring of key Process Safety programs and systems for HF Sinclair. This role supports safe, reliable, and profitable refinery operations by ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, corporate standards, and recognized and generally accepted good engineering practices (RAGAGEP).Job Duties:Provide day-to-day Process Safety support to refinery operations and engineering teamsServe as the refinery Layers of Protection Analysis (LOPA) Technical AuthorityPerform and maintain monthly performance metric reporting for Process Safety programs and systemsProvide technical guidance, training, and presentations on developing and evolving Process Safety initiativesAct as Subject Matter Expert (SME) and program owner for the following Process Safety programs and systems:Pressure Safety Valve (PSV) and Flare ManagementSafe Operating Limits (SOL) ProgramFacility Siting ProgramProcess Hazard Analysis (PHA) ProgramMaximum Intended Inventory (MII) ProgramServe as a key contributor to the HF Alky API 751 Site Team and participate in fleetwide communities of practiceParticipate in refinery Process Safety audits and assessmentsSupport Process Safety Management (PSM) action item tracking and closure, including participation in Pre-Startup Safety Reviews (PSSRs) as requiredActively contribute to the fleetwide community of practice for Process Safety Engineers and PSV ManagementPerform special assignments or additional tasks as assigned by managementExperience:10+ years of experience with APC (step testing, modeling, commissioning, and day to day support) is required. Knowledge of Burner Management Systems Integration is required. Current knowledge of APC work processes and scope/deliverables for the various project phases, and business acumen for lump sum and cost plus projects is required. Education Level A minimum of a bachelor's engineering degree is required.Required Skills:Proficiency in OSHA Process Safety Management (29 CFR 1910.119) and EPA Risk Management Program (40 CFR Part 68) Strong understanding of PHA methodologies, relief system design, Safe Operating Limits, and root cause analysis Thorough understanding of P&ID symbology, interpretation, and presentation techniques Recognized technical expert within area of specialty with the ability to stay current on emerging technologies and industry practices Advanced analytical skills with the ability to apply engineering judgment to complex Process Safety challenges Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access) and familiarity with commonly used engineering and data management softwareWork Conditions:Office and plant based with up to 20% travel by land and air required. Petroleum refinery, warehouse/plant environment, and out-of-doors environment including but not limited to chemicals, pressure vessels, tanks, rotating equipment, wet and/or oil contaminated conditions, at both below grade and elevated positions, and working in confined spaces. Subject to all temperatures, weather and varying road conditions.Benefits:HF Sinclair offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well-being of our employees and their families. Our benefits include, but are not limited to, the following: Medical Insurance Vision Insurance Dental Insurance Paid Time-Off 401(k) Retirement Plan with match Educational Reimbursement Parental Bonding Time Employee DiscountsPhysical Requirements:Job conditions require standing, walking, sitting, talking or hearing, making visual inspections, making precise hand and finger movements, lifting and/or carrying up to 50 lbs, climbing up to 200 ft, perceiving color differences, required to wear personal protective equipment as needed and a respirator in emergency situations (beards not permitted). Job conditions may require twisting, stooping, crouching, kneeling, reaching or grasping.About HF Sinclair Corporation:HF Sinclair Corporation, headquartered in Dallas, Texas, is an independent energy company that produces and markets high-value light products such as gasoline, diesel fuel, jet fuel, renewable diesel and lubricants and specialty products. HF Sinclair owns and operates refineries located in Kansas, Oklahoma, New Mexico, Wyoming, Washington and Utah. HF Sinclair provides petroleum product and crude oil transportation, terminalling, storage and throughput services to our refineries and the petroleum industry. HF Sinclair markets its refined products principally in the Southwest U.S., the Rocky Mountains extending into the Pacific Northwest and in other neighboring Plains states and supplies high-quality fuels to more than 1,750 branded stations and licenses the use of the Sinclair brand to more than 350 additional locations throughout the country. HF Sinclair produces renewable diesel at two of its facilities in Wyoming and also at its facility in New Mexico. In addition, subsidiaries of HF Sinclair produce and market base oils and other specialized lubricants in the U.S., Canada and the Netherlands, and export products to more than 80 countries.Equal Opportunity Employer:HF Sinclair Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other prohibited ground of discrimination.