Project & Process Safety Engineer - (NFPA, DHA) - Perm - Cordova, TN

This position will manage the contractor safety program and lead process safety initiatives.

There is 50% travel (2 weeks out of the month).

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work with internal resources and/or specialist consultants to develop comprehensive Dust Hazard Analysis (DHA) plans for each of the US and Canadian facilities 
• Work with companies that specialize in Fire and Explosion Prevention to develop solutions for the identified risks within the DHA
• Work with the internal Technical and Engineering departments, develop a comprehensive installation plan with budgets and timelines based on the results of the DHA and the work produced with the specialized Fire and Explosion Prevention companies
• Set up regular meetings with the mills for engagement of execution on findings
• Schedule internal, and external Process Safety audits at the mills at the correct cadence
• Lead AON corrective action plans with divisions
• Manage contractor safety program
• Work with divisional and project resources to understand and comply with the contractor safety program, assist with incident investigations
• Work with divisional and project resources to understand and comply with the contractor safety program, assist with incident investigations
• Set up regular meetings with the mills to ensure Contractor Safety Management is understood
• Schedule internal Contractor Safety audits at the mills at the correct cadence
• Ensure contractor safety records are maintained for each project
• Special projects and other duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS:


• BS degree in mechanical, electrical, chemical engineering or a combination of education and experience
• 3 years experience in an industrial/project role, 5+ years preferable
• Must have experience in a heavy industrial environment
• Experience with NFPA or Equivalent Dust hazard regulations g. NFPA 68, 654 or ATEX
• Experience in risk assessment and management of change in a heavy industrial environment is preferred
• Very extensive experience with Office 365 including MS Project, Smart Sheets,
• Strong verbal, written, and presentation skills
• Ability to speak to groups
• Proven organizational skills by successfully handling multiple priorities
• Proven experience in problem-solving complex or difficult situations by anticipating obstacles and thinking ahead about what is next
• Proven leadership skills
• Ability to work well and thrive in environments where you are equally comfortable working alone or working as a key contributor to a team

Our client's highly competitive compensation package and outstanding benefits include:

• Benefits starting Day 1
• Competitive starting pay
• On-the-job training
• A culture that strongly believes in promoting from within
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401k with company matching & retirement contribution
• Employee Stock Purchase plan
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Paid vacations and holidays
• Employee Assistance Program