Senior Principal Mechanical Integrity Engineer

ABS Consulting is seeking high-caliber engineers who want to join a world-class team of professionals who are passionate about helping others understand and improve all aspects of process safety/risk management.  The specific engineers/specialists we are seeking will be part of and have access to our ABS Consulting Chemical Process Safety Center of Excellence, which is a worldwide network of experts, resources, and training materials related to a wide variety of regulatory, technical, and industry practice topics that are directly relevant to client projects.  This network allows our project personnel quick access to in-depth process safety and related risk expertise/resources that can help augment the individual’s knowledge base and/or be researched to provide good industry practices and benchmarking for technical questions that may arise during client projects.

 What You Will Do:

• Individuals in this position will primarily be responsible for managing mechanical integrity related engagements with clients generally at locations around the U.S. but international locations may be possible if desired.
• Individuals selected for this position will be responsible for consulting, auditing, developing written programs, and assisting in implementation of all aspects of MI activities for a wide variety of clients in all industries (refining, petrochemical, oil & gas production, chemical, pulp & paper, pharmaceutical, consumer products, etc.).

What You Will Need:

Education and Experience

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant technical discipline, preferably in an engineering discipline.
• 20+ years of relevant experience and knowledgeable of OSHA’s process safety management (PSM) regulation (29 CFR 1910.119) and/or EPA’s rule on risk management programs (40 CFR 68) (leading/assisting in process safety activities, etc.).

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Process industry experience
• Knowledge of the MI requirements of OSHA’s PSM regulation 29 CFR 1910.119 (1910.119 [j]) and corresponding portions of the EPA RMP rule 
• Experience participating in and/or leading MI related PSM and/or RMP compliance audits 
• Experience in the following would be particularly beneficial:
  • MI Program Manual Development and Implementation
  • Conduct P&ID Validation
  • Developing ITPM Plans (e.g. inspections, testing, CMMS, etc.)
  • Conducting Process Safety Information (Equipment) Reviews per OSHA 29 CFR § 1910.119(d)(3) and EPA 40 CFR § 68.65(d).
  • Developing asset and safety critical equipment lists
  • Experience in instructing training courses 
  • Managing teams of people
• Excellent technical, interpersonal, communication, and writing skills
• Knowledgeable/proficient in Microsoft Office tools (i.e. Word, Excel etc.)
• Willingness to undertake reasonable amounts of travel to assignment

Salary:$180-190k

Reporting Relationships:

Reports directly to Manager level position or above.

We set out more than 160 years ago to promote the security of life and property at sea and preserve the natural environment. Today, we remain true to our mission and continue to support organizations facing a rapidly evolving seascape of challenging regulations and new technologies. Through it all, we are anchored by a vision and mission that help our clients find clarity in uncertain times.

ABS is a global leader in marine and offshore classification and other innovative safety, quality, and environmental services. We’re at the forefront of supporting the global energy transition at sea, the application of remote and autonomous marine systems, cutting-edge technical solutions, and many more exciting advancements. Our commitment to safety, reliability, and efficiency is ever-present, guiding our clients to safer and more efficient operations.

About Our Benefits

ABS Group proudly offers a variety of industry-leading benefits designed to enhance the life and well-being of our employees and their families. These benefits include, but are not limited to, medical insurance (PPO and HD), dental and vision insurance, Health Savings account (HSA), Flexible Savings Account (FSA), life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, disability leave programs, parental leave program, paid holidays, and paid vacation time. The Company provides an Employee Assista