Responsibilities
At the organization, we are driven by our purpose of safeguarding life, property, and the environment. We help organizations manage risk, improve safety, and accelerate the energy transition through world-class technical expertise and trusted advisory services.
We are seeking an Expert Process Safety Engineer who is passionate about reducing major accident risks, advancing industry best practices, and delivering technical excellence to clients worldwide.
This is a unique opportunity for a highly experienced specialist who combines deep technical competence with strategic thinking, customer focus, and a commitment to making a meaningful impact.
As an Expert Process Safety Engineer, you will serve as a subject matter expert within the organization, leading complex process safety assignments and supporting clients in managing major hazard risks across energy segments, including Oil & Gas, hydrogen/Power-to-X, CCUS and Refineries.
You will provide expert guidance, lead multidisciplinary studies, mentor colleagues, and contribute to the continued development of the organization's process safety services and methodologies.
- Act as a subject matter expert in Process Safety and Major Accident Risk Management.
- Lead complex and high-profile process safety projects across industries such as Power-to-X, Oil & Gas and CC(U)S
- Provide technical assurance and quality review of project deliverables.
- Develop innovative approaches to safety challenges across traditional and emerging industries.
- Support development and improvement of the organization methodologies, tools, and best practices.
- Independently review key design documents (e.g., P&IDs, Cause and Effect Chart, PSV, Blowdown & Flare system design, Hazardous area classification reports etc.) for compliance with EU Directives, legislation, recognized codes and standards.
- Support customers and other the organization units process in process safety studies, including HAZID, HAZOP, Bowtie Analysis, Determination, Assessments, Layers of Protection Analysis (LOPA), Quantitative Risk Assessments (QRA), Development, Process (PHA)
- Lead and Determination, Assessments in accordance with .
- Manage technical scope, project quality, and client expectations.
- Lead the organization technical assurance and assess complex technical plant developments in terms of process and technical safety.
- Deliver projects on time and to the highest professional standards.
- Serve as a trusted advisor to clients and stakeholders.
- Present technical findings to project teams, senior management, and regulatory authorities.
- Build and maintain long-term client relationships.
- Support proposal preparation and business development activities.
- Identify opportunities to expand the organization service offerings.
- Mentor junior engineers and developing specialists.
- Contribute to training initiatives and capability development.
- Publish technical papers, participate in industry forums, and represent the organization at conferences.
- Share lessons learned and promote technical excellence throughout the organization.
- A position as a recognized technical expert within a global organization.
- Opportunities to work on industry-leading and technically challenging projects.
- Collaboration with highly skilled experts across the organization's global network.
- Professional development and thought leadership opportunities.
- The opportunity to contribute to a safer, smarter, and more sustainable future.
At the organization, you’ll find more than a job — you’ll find a place to make a meaningful impact.
- A purpose-driven culture that values integrity, teamwork, and innovation.
- Global career opportunities and continuous professional development.
- Flexible working arrangements and a focus on work-life balance.
- The chance to work on projects that truly matter — from energy transition to industrial decarbonization.
Together, we will help our customers manage risk, improve safety, and accelerate the transition to a sustainable energy future.
Requirements
- MSc degree in Process Engineering or related engineering discipline
- PM certification (e.g. PMP or Prince2) will be considered a plus, but not a requirement.
- Minimum 10-15 years of experience in Process Safety.
- Significant experience in one or more of the following sectors: Oil & Gas, Petrochemicals/Chemicals, Hydrogen, Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) and/or Renewable Energy
- Proven experience leading complex process safety projects.
- Demonstrated capability as a technical authority and trusted advisor familiar with applicable legislation and international standards in the subject matter domain.
The successful candidate will possess strong knowledge and practical experience in several of the following areas
- Proven expertise in process safety studies (HAZOP, HAZID, LOPA, , , QRA)
- Strong understanding of EU onshore and offshore legislation and relevant standards (PED 2024/68/EU, / 61508, EN / ISO 10418, ISO 22734, EN 764-7, ISO 13702, API standards, etc.)
- Independently review and validate design documents against international codes and standards
- Recognized for your technical credibility and professional integrity.
- Passionate about safety and risk reduction.
- Curious and continuously developing your expertise.
- A trusted advisor who builds confidence with clients and colleagues.
- Analytical and capable of solving highly complex problems.
- Collaborative and eager to support others' success.
- Comfortable challenging assumptions through evidence-based thinking.
- Motivated by delivering sustainable value to society and industry.
- English speaking and writing, Danish and/or German is a plus
- Flexibility to travel internationally (about 10% of working time)
- Influence technical decisions through expertise and credibility.
- Lead multidisciplinary teams and specialist workshops.
- Facilitate constructive discussions among stakeholders.
- Mentor and develop less experienced engineers.
- Drive quality, consistency, and continuous improvement.
Nice to have
- Chartered Engineer (CEng) or equivalent professional registration.
- TÜV Certification.
- IChemE Professional Membership.
- Recognized HAZOP Leader qualification.
- Experience with emerging energy technologies such as Hydrogen, Ammonia, CCS, or Power-to-X.
- Experience working with international regulations and standards.