Sr Engineer , Process Safety, Ponca Refinery

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As a Sr Engineer I, Process Safety
, you will play a key role in shaping the safety culture and operational excellence of our site(s). This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by championing process safety initiatives and collaborating with talented professionals across engineering, operations, and health & safety.

• Coordinate the continuous improvement of process safety systems within the refinery, ensuring engineering solutions and operational practices meet regulatory and company standards.
• Analyze complex information, design and validate engineering solutions, and specify methods, equipment, and standards to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant manufacturing processes.
• Conduct inspections, manage relationships with contract service providers, and drive process improvements through established change management programs.
• Deliver small- to medium-scale projects, support knowledge management, and help define and deliver products and services that meet regulatory and business needs.
• Develop your capabilities through ongoing education, training, and professional development, while maintaining a strong understanding of technology, regulations, and industry best practices.
• Partner closely with operations and technical teams to identify and reduce process safety risks, support Process Hazard Analyses (PHA), and develop recommendations for capital and expense projects.
• Perform hazard reviews, validate protection layers, and maintain facility siting standards to ensure safe placement of buildings and equipment.
• Participate in incident investigations, compliance audits, and the implementation of new systems and program elements.
• Increase process safety awareness across the site, using strong planning, communication, and technical skills to deliver results and foster a culture of safety and continuous improvement.
• Support troubleshooting and provide technical guidance to various process area teams, helping to resolve issues and optimize work processes.

• Legally authorized to work in the job posting country.
• Possess a valid driver's license.
• Must be willing and able, with or without reasonable accommodation, to comply with the following:
  • Travel up to 5%.
  • Operate company vehicle on site premises and/or public roads up to 5-10%.
• Work extended hours, which may include evenings, weekends, and holidays, and perform occasional duties.
• Transport articles up to 50 pounds.
• Climb ladders and stairs up to 200 feet.
• Work safely near large, hot, high-speed machines, around chemicals and hydrocarbons under high pressure and heat, and in harsh weather conditions.
• Wear fire retardant clothing and personal protective equipment.
• Maintain a face daily for proper respirator/face mask seal (e.g., be free of facial hair or be clean shaven).
• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in an Engineering discipline.
• 6 or more years of engineering experience in the Energy industry.

• 6 or more years of Process Engineering experience in a refinery.
• 1 or more years of supervisory experience.
• Certified PHA / LOPA facilitator.
• Broad knowledge of industry codes, standards, and regulations (e.g., API, PSM, RMP, ASTM, and ASME).
• Knowledgeable and competent in computerized software/programs such as MS Word, Excel, SAP, PCMS, EDMS, PHA Pro, Sphera, etc.
• Able to understand and interpret P&’s, PFDs, Inspection Drawings, Mechanical Catalogs, miscellaneous forms, and data sheets.
• Compliance with site safety requirements.
• Business-focused and cost conscious.
• Ability to represent Phillips 66 to outside agencies and organizations.

$137,700 - $168,300 annual base salary

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