At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead safety assessments and ensure process changes are managed safely.
- Company: Dynamic engineering firm in Calgary, focused on safety and innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, flexible work arrangements, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with a focus on continuous improvement and career advancement.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on safety in the oil and gas industry.
- Qualifications: 8-10 years in process safety or engineering, with strong risk assessment skills.
The predicted salary is between 90000 - 110000 $ per year.
The Process Safety Engineer provides technical safety support to engineering and operations teams, with a focus on hazard identification, risk assessment, and ensuring process changes are managed safely. This role delivers day-to-day expertise in Process Hazard Analysis (PHA), Management of Change (MOC), and process safety risk management for ongoing operations and capital projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead, facilitate, or participate in PHAs including HAZOP, HAZID, LOPA, and What-If reviews.
- Support and review MOC submissions to ensure process safety risks are identified, assessed, and controlled.
- Conduct process safety risk assessments and recommend engineered and administrative safeguards.
- Provide technical input on process safety requirements, design reviews, and operating procedures.
- Participate in or lead root cause investigations for process safety events and develop corrective actions.
- Support implementation and continuous improvement of Process Safety Management (PSM) systems.
- Review process safety documentation including P&IDs, cause-and-effect matrices, relief system design, and hazardous area classifications.
- Monitor process safety performance indicators and identify trends or emerging risks.
- Provide technical guidance on fire protection, loss prevention, and industry standards (API, NFPA, CSA).
- Interface with engineering, operations, maintenance, and project teams to ensure process safety requirements are met.
Qualifications
- 8–10+ years of experience in operations, process engineering, or technical safety.
- Strong background in PHA, MOC, and process safety risk assessment.
- Experience in oil & gas, petrochemical, or heavy industrial operations.
- Engineering degree in Chemical, Process, Mechanical, or related discipline (preferred but not mandatory).
- Eligibility for professional registration (APEGA) considered an asset.
- Strong understanding of PSM elements, process safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
- Experience supporting operations in a technical capacity (design, troubleshooting, risk reviews, incident investigations).
Process Safety Engineer in Calgary employer: Airswift
Join a leading employer in Calgary that values innovation and teamwork, offering a dynamic work culture where your engineering expertise will directly contribute to significant midstream facilities projects. With a strong commitment to employee growth, you will have access to ongoing training and development opportunities, ensuring you stay at the forefront of the industry. Enjoy the unique advantage of working in a vibrant city known for its rich resources and collaborative spirit, making this an excellent place for meaningful and rewarding employment.
