Process Safety Management (PSM) Engineer

INVISTA is a global manufacturer of chemical intermediates, polymers, and fibers. From parts for the automotive industry to medical equipment, air bags, food packaging, carpet and clothing, our ingredients in the nylon 6,6 and polypropylene value chains help bring many of life’s essential products to market. A subsidiary of Koch Industries since 2004, INVISTA is committed to innovation and responsibly creating more value for its customers and society while consuming fewer resources to make these products. See the bigger picture at INVISTA.com.

INVISTA is hiring a Process Safety Management (PSM) Engineer at its Victoria, Texas facility. This role is an exciting growth opportunity for a high-energy individual looking to make a difference and lead improvements. The PSM Engineer is expected to help promote a culture of organizational and individual ownership and innovation in all areas of PSM.

What You Will Do

• Lead the Victoria Site Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) program, both Covered Process and Non-Covered Process. Facilitator of the site PHAs
• Collaborate with other INVISTA sites driving continuous improvement in the method PHAs are facilitated, issued, and managed per INVISTA best practices meeting process safety goals
• Responsible for securing required resources to execute the PHAs by collaborating with area leadership
• Schedule and manage all process covered PHAs so that both INVISTA and OSHA timing requirements are met
• Lead the Risk Management Plan (RMP) program
• Oversee the development of new tools and software to transform PSM into sustainable and competitive systems
• Participate in PSM audits to contribute to compliance goals
• Assist in developing and in delivering PSM training
• Aid in connecting workforce to Process Safety culture expectations
  
  
  

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Experience in the Process Safety Management field either facilitating or participating as an active team member on Process Hazard Analysis (PHA)
• Prior experience in engineering in a chemical manufacturing facility or Refinery.
• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in an Engineering discipline
• This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship
  
  
  

What Will Put You Ahead

• Experience and formal training in Hazard analysis systems such as Hazard and Operability Studies (HAZOP), PHA, or Layer of Protection Analysis (LOPA) Risk Assessment or other similar systems
• Experience with and knowledge of relevant process safety regulations, specifically 29 CFR 1910.119 (Process Safety Management) and 40 CFR 68 (Chemical Accident Prevention Provisions)
• Experience with Risk Management Plan program
• Proficient in incident investigations and Human & Organizational Performance (HOP)
• Leadership experience within a chemical plant in operations, technical, or mechanical integrity role
• Certified PHA Facilitator
• Proficient in the use of PHA software such as LEADER software with the ability to self-scribe during PHA studies
• Licenses and/or certifications: Professional Engineering (PE), Certified Reliability Engineer (CRE), Certified Safety Professional (CSP), etc.
  
  
  

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Hiring Philosophy

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Who We Are

As a Koch company, INVISTA has a long history of working to make the world around you a better place. From parts for the automotive industry to medical equipment, airbags, food packaging, and clothing, our ingredients in the nylon 6,6 and polypropylene value chains help bring many of life’s essential products to market.

At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

Our Benefits

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.

Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.

Equal Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information.