Process Safety Specialist

This position is posted on a continuous basis and does not have a fixed application close date. Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis. 

A Day in the Life and the Impact You’ll Make:

The Process Safety Specialist provides technical services and guidance to support Process Safety improvement activities globally (with a focus on North America) to clients in various industries. This position involves professional work for research, development, design, operations, evaluation, and improvement of manufacturing facilities, processing equipment, handling methods, or products. The Process Safety Specialist role is responsible for proposing practical risk-reducing tactics, recommending testing (when needed), and assisting clients in the interpretation and application of technical information applicable to their facility. 

What You’ll Do: 

• Contribute to a safe and healthy work environment by actively participating, taking responsibility, and following established procedures and policies.
• Primarily responsible to provide a variety of process safety assessments, reviews, or evaluations for equipment, processes, or procedures at a client’s facility or remotely. 
• Performing process safety assessments and evaluations to OSHA and PSM standards.
• Review and apply best practices and code requirements from a variety of standards and regulations (NFPA, Building & Fire Codes, OSHA, FM Global, etc.)
• Communication with clients and consulting team in a timely, effective, and continuous manner.
• Follow-up on new opportunities and prepare quotations for prospective clients.
• Perform on team projects and independently on projects or tasks.
• Develop technical reports as required.
• Perform technical reviews for peers which could include marketing papers, presentations, reports, etc.
• Other duties may be assigned to meet business needs.

What You’ll Bring: 

• Education:  BS (or Higher) in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, or Fire Protection) or other safety-related field
• EIT or Safety-related designation preferred (CSP, CFEI, CCPSC, PE, etc.)
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in the field of process safety
• Experience with Combustible Dust, Flammable, and/or other Hazardous Materials is preferred
• Experience and strong knowledge in safety-related areas (PSM, RMP, combustible dust, chemical reaction hazards, flammable liquids/gases, etc.)
• Strong knowledge of relevant safety standards and regulations (NFPA, Building & Fire Codes, OSHA, etc.)
• Strong personal communications and leadership skills
• Must be able to work well under pressure within a team environment
• Must deliver reports and analysis documents within time-driven deadlines

Physical Considerations:

• Must be able to work in a variety of client locations, environments, and conditions. This may include climbing stairs, walking long distances, walking on rough and uneven terrain, walking through client work facilities, working in heat/cold conditions, indoors and outdoors.
• Must be able to accommodate working various shifts as client activities are scheduled.
• Must be able to withstand the rigors of extensive travel.
• May require difficult travel and long periods of driving.
• Ability to move and conduct work with full range of motion.
• Ability to lift 25-50lbs (luggage)
• Extended periods of computer-based work
• Extended periods of standing

Travel Considerations:

• Domestic and/or international travel required, estimated up to 50%

What You’ll Receive for the Value You Bring:

Compensation: 

DEKRA North America’s compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets The base pay for this position ranges from $70,000 annually in our lowest geographic market up to $140,000 annually in our highest geographic market.  Actual pay is based on several factors including market location and position-related knowledge, skills, and experience. 

Benefits:

DEKRA North America strives to provide a competitive benefits package to colleagues and promotes physical, emotional, and financial well-being.  Colleagues can self-select from our benefits to create a package unique to their needs.  These benefits include access to competitive health care and retirement benefits, paid time off, mental health well-being resources, and opportunities to learn and develop.  Below is a list of benefits we offer our colleagues:

Health & Well-being Benefits:

• Health care benefits: medical & prescription, dental, vision (including Domestic Partners)
• Critical Illness & Hospital Indemnity supplemental insurance
• Company Health Savings Account contribution
• Flexible Spending Account for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Paid time off such as vacation, sick leave, and floating holidays
• Mental and emotional support resources through our Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program to increase activity and health habits, with ability to earn participation rewards
• Paid Parental Leave
• Travel Assist (Domestic/International)

Financial Benefits:

• Participation in a 401(k) plan, with an employer match
• Company paid Short- & Long-Term Disability benefits
• Group term life insurance with options to buy-up for self and others

Growth and Development Benefits:

• Regional Advancement Program
• Education Assistance Program
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance
• Internal training and development resources to grow your career
• Annual Career Goal Setting and Performance Review cycle participation

This list provides an overview of benefits provided for US-based colleagues; the DEKRA North America Employee Benefits Guide outlines plan details and further related eligibility requirements. 

Additional Position Details:

• Reports to:  Process Safety Consulting Manager
• Work Model: Remote
• Work Location: US-based Remote
• Supervises Others: No
• Status: Full-time; Regular
• FLSA Classification: Exempt 
• Visa Sponsorship Eligibility:  This position is eligible for Visa Sponsorship 

Growth in DEKRA:

DEKRA colleagues are welcome to apply for any position that is a potential match with their qualifications if performance in their current role is in good standing.  DEKRA has an established a technical career ladder allowing for personal growth and development through an individualized career development plan.

About Us:

As a global provider of comprehensive services and solutions, we help our customers improve their safety, security, and sustainability outcomes. DEKRA is the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification (TIC) companies offering innovative professional services in the fields of vehicle inspection, expert appraisals, industrial product testing & certification, management system certifications, leadership consulting, and much more.  DEKRA is a purpose-driven organization with a deep passion to make the world a safer place on the road, at work, and at home.  In DEKRA, you will be part of a continuously growing organization with a near 100-year history involved in more than 50 countries on five continents.

We hope you’ll consider a career with DEKRA North America as we strive to become the Global Partner for a Safe World!

DEKRA North America is an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

DEKRA North America is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or accommodation while seeking employment, please email dekra.hr.na@dekra.com, or call +1 (770) 971-3788. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

DEKRA North America will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay.

DEKRA North America participates in the E-Verify program to confirm eligibility to work in the United States.