Job summary

Our client, a prominent player in the oil and gas sector, is seeking a Principal HSE (Design) Engineer/Tech Safety Engineer to join their team on a contract basis.

Key skills required for this role

Process safety, safety engineer, process, chemical engineering, HSE, design, hydrogen

Important

Previous experience with a consultancy/design house working on major gas projects.

Job description

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as Lead / Principal Design HSE engineer on projects and proposals
• Ensure technical quality and adherence to programme and cost targets
• Perform Design HSE tasks and supervise junior engineers as needed
• Assist the Chief Design HSE Engineer with resource planning
• Monitor and report design progress and man-hour usage
• Collaborate proactively with multi-disciplinary project delivery teams
• Ensure Design HSE integration into overall engineering design
• Support the Chief Design HSE Engineer in technical development of the function
• Provide Design HSE advice and support to colleagues and subordinates

Job Requirements:

• Degree in a process-related discipline
• Chartered Engineer and member of a relevant engineering institution (e.g., IChemE)
• Significant knowledge and experience in Design HSE / Technical Safety for the UK onshore market
• Background in engineering consultancy or contracting design
• Operational experience is advantageous
• Experience in the full project lifecycle: scoping, outline design, detailed design, construction support, commissioning, and handover
• Proficiency in applying relevant industry codes, standards, and guidelines
• Experience in technical safety engineering definitions including consequence analysis, risk assessments, and hazardous area classification
• Knowledge of PHAST, DSEAR/Hazardous area classification, risk assessments, Hazard Studies, LOPA / SIL assessment
• Good communication skills
• Experience with hydrogen is advantageous