Functional Safety Associate

Share Share Email Post Share Keystone Engineering Inc. opened for business in 1988 and for decades, has been a reliable provider of qualified engineering resources and technically innovative solutions. Keystone was founded to be an enduring company, and to provide an environment for our employees and clients to innovate, thrive, and be successful. Keystone’s family of companies include: Milestone Project Services, SIS SILverstone, VeraPro, and Salmon & Associates Our varied and extensive experience indicates that successful projects come down to personnel. We incorporate their individual skills in a process that’s geared toward excellence. The intentional pairing of people and process is the reason why clients know that they can trust their projects in the hands of Keystone. Services Offered: 3D Laser Scanning, Controls & Automation, Construction Management, Design & Drafting, Engineering: Civil/Structural, Electrical, Mechanical, Process, Functional Safety, Information Technology, Instrumentation, On-Site Services, Operations & Commissioning Support, Procurement, Project Management. SIS Silverstone, a Keystone affiliate partner, is a leading provider of functional safety consulting services to the refining, petrochemical, chemical, and energy industries. We are seeking a motivated Functional Safety Associate to join our growing team. This position provides an excellent opportunity for early-career engineers to develop expertise in ISA/IEC 61511 functional safety, process hazard analysis, and safety instrumented systems while working alongside experienced consultants. Position Type Full-time Location Houston, TX Work Environment Office Physical Demands Sedentary Travel Requirements Occasional site visits Essential Functions Participate and/or scribe in Process Hazards Analysis (PHA) / Layer Of Protection Analysis (LOPA) Support senior engineers in the evaluation of hazard analysis recommendations and the development of safety instrumented system (SIS) designs. Assist in the development of deliverables within all phases of the Safety Life-Cycle, including Safety Requirements Specification (SRS), SIL Verification Calculations, Proof Test Procedures, etc. Assist with Functional Safety Assessments (FSAs), including gathering and organizing engineering documentation from clients and project teams. Develop technical reports, calculations, and engineering documentation under the guidance of senior consultants. Review P&IDs, cause-and-effect diagrams, logic diagrams, and instrument data sheets. Support field verification activities and engineering surveys at client facilities. Ability to communicate technical concepts effectively to both engineering and non-engineering audiences. Requirements B.S. in Engineering from an ABET-accredited program. 0-5 years of engineering-related experience in the oil, gas, or chemical manufacturing industry preferred. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Highly motivated self-starter with strong organizational and problem-solving skills. Excellent analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to evaluate complex technical information. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer. Experience Preferred Process Safety or Functional Safety Certification Familiarity with P&ID symbology and process design. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans. #J-18808-Ljbffr Cornerstone Surveying & Mapping