Who We Are:
AcuTech Group, Inc. is a premier provider of process safety, risk management, chemical security, industrial fire protection engineering, and emergency management services. We have deep expertise in Process Safety Management (PSM), Training, Implementation, Auditing, Process Hazard Analyses (PHA’s), Hazard and Operability Studies (HAZOPs), Quantitative Risk Assessment (QRA) and Facility Siting, among other engineering and consulting services. AcuTech has deep specialization in the oil and gas, chemical, LNG, petrochemical, renewables, hydrogen, and other industries handling hazardous materials. Our industry experts deliver these services to leading privately held and publicly traded companies, as well as government agencies, and state sponsored entities globally.
About the Job:
We are seeking qualified Process Safety Engineers with hydrogen safety and operational experience to lead process safety studies in a wide range of energy transition applications. We are seeking experienced engineers, managers, and contract consultants for full-time or part-time positions to support US and international projects. Virtual offices considered. You will join a highly respected team of PSM experts on higher level, fulfilling projects for many of the world’s largest corporations in the exciting area of energy conversion. Please see our website at www.acutech-consulting.com for more information
What You’ll Do:
- Manage technical projects involving process safety management for hydrogen systems.
- Serve as subject matter expertise on hydrogen hazards and technologies, codes and standards, and industrial best practices.
- Process Safety Management systems program development and enhancement.
- Process Hazards Analysis (HAZOP, LOPA, FMEA, and/or QRA) studies.
- Safety Instrument Systems specification and design.
- Networking with the hydrogen manufacturing industry and user base to represent AcuTech
Position Requirements:
- BS/MS in related engineering field (chemical, electrical, mechanical, safety) or associated science degree.
- Consultants will have a minimum of 2+ years of professional experience in process safety management , safety and environment (HSE), related experience in process or engineering design environment, manufacturing operations, and/or consulting environment.
- Experience in Safety with hydrogen energy systems, electrolyzers, fuel cells, manufacturing, Transportation, mobility, or end-use renewable energy applications with hydrogen and other technologies in the renewable energy industry.
- Knowledge of Hydrogen energy and fuel cells product development, safety leadership, management, and engineering.
- Experience working with major fuel cells; hydrogen energy and fuel cells, i.e. proton exchange membrane, direct methanol, solid oxide and alkaline fuel cells.
- Experience in developing, implementing, or managing PSM programs
- Experience in developing, writing, and implementing PSM plans, procedures, design philosophies, design bases, engineering specifications, standard operating procedures
- Experience developing and evaluating HSE management systems and advising management at all levels of the organization to effect positive change.
- Experience in performing process hazard analyses (PHA), and risk assessments, or related studies, such as HAZID, What-If, HAZOP, FMEA, fault tree/event tree analysis, fire and explosion modeling, or level of protection analysis (LOPA).
- Recognized knowledge of safety integrity level (SIL) assessment, IEC61511/61508 standards.
- Ability to develop consulting business, including developing proposals and making presentations.
- Self-motivated, independent, strong leadership and organizational skills.
- Excellent English verbal and written communication skills, interpersonal skills, and client service.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and facilitation skills and a consultative approach in supporting customer projects.
Preferred:
- Process Safety Management systems.
- Process Hazards Analysis (HAZOP, LOPA, FMEA, and/or QRA).
- Safety Instrument Systems.
- Optional additional experience of interest:
- Renewable energy engineer with background in solar, photo voltaic, biomass and wind energy systems batteries, supercapacitors.
- Energy storage systems (power to gas, metal hydride systems, and electrochemical systems).
- Thermal and fluid applications.
- Automotive and powertrain systems.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are core values at AcuTech, and we are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working environment for all. AcuTech is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any other basis forbidden under federal, state, or local laws.
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