HAZOP Engineer

We are looking for an experienced HAZOP (Hazard and Operability) Engineer to join our team for a pharmaceutical manufacturing facility build project. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in hazard analysis and risk assessment, particularly within pharmaceutical or highly regulated environments. As the HAZOP Engineer, you will lead and facilitate hazard studies to ensure the safety, compliance, and reliability of the manufacturing processes throughout the design and commissioning phases of the project.

Key Responsibilities

HAZOP Study Facilitation: Lead and facilitate HAZOP studies for new and existing processes within the pharmaceutical manufacturing facility. Work closely with cross-functional teams to identify and mitigate process hazards.
Risk Assessment: Conduct detailed risk assessments for pharmaceutical processes, equipment, and systems. Ensure potential hazards are identified, analyzed, and adequately controlled to meet safety and compliance requirements.
Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all activities comply with FDA regulations, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and other relevant industry standards. Conduct risk assessments to meet regulatory expectations, focusing on safety, health, and environmental protection.
Documentation and Reporting: Prepare and maintain comprehensive documentation of HAZOP studies, including risk assessments, safety recommendations, and mitigation strategies. Ensure all findings are appropriately documented and communicated to relevant stakeholders.
Collaborative Project Support: Work with engineers, project managers, and other team members to incorporate safety findings into the project design, construction, and operational planning stages. Assist in ensuring that safety and operability are factored into all phases of the project.
Follow-up on Recommendations: Track the implementation of HAZOP study recommendations, ensuring timely and effective actions to address identified risks. Provide feedback and updates to project teams and stakeholders on progress.
Process Optimization: Proactively identify opportunities for improving safety and operability in process designs. Advise on best practices and ensure designs meet both safety and operational efficiency goals.
Training and Knowledge Transfer: Provide training and support to facility personnel on HAZOP methodologies and safety protocols. Develop training materials and deliver workshops as needed to promote safety awareness within the organization.
Continuous Improvement: Stay current on evolving safety standards and industry trends. Drive continuous improvement in safety practices and hazard identification within the project.

Requirements

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, Safety Engineering, or a related field. Relevant certifications (e.g., HAZOP Leader, Functional Safety Certification) are a plus.
Minimum of 10 years of experience conducting HAZOP studies and risk assessments within pharmaceutical, chemical, or similarly regulated environments. Experience working on large-scale manufacturing facility projects is preferred.
Strong knowledge of HAZOP methodologies, risk analysis techniques, and safety management systems. Familiarity with pharmaceutical manufacturing processes, control systems, and facility design.
In-depth understanding of FDA regulations, GMP, and other relevant pharmaceutical industry safety standards. Experience in regulatory compliance and validation in a highly regulated environment.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in other hazard analysis methodologies (e.g., FMEA, LOPA, SIL).
Experience in safety management systems and compliance auditing.
Project management experience or certifications (e.g., PMP).

Soft Skills

Cross-Cultural Communication
Adaptability and Flexibility
Team Collaboration and Interdisciplinary Skills
Problem-Solving and Critical Thinking
Emotional Intelligence
Time Management and Prioritization
Ethical Awareness and Sustainability Focus
Conflict Management
Stakeholder Engagement
Continuous Learning Mindset

Share this job

General Information

Vacancy: 027

Location: Europe

Contract type: 1 year rolling contract, consulting contract.

Project duration: 1-2 years.

How to Apply?

If you’re interested in this role, we’re looking forward to hear from you! Kindly apply via the JTR Consultancy Services website with your CV in Word Document version – one of our Business Development Managers will be in touch with you shortly.