PSM Relief Systems Consultant - Project Lead

PSM Relief Systems Consultant – Project Lead

Provenance Consulting, a Trinity Consultants Company, is a recognized leader in developing and implementing Process Safety Management (PSM) programs for oil, gas, and chemical plants and facilities. We specialize in services specific to OSHA’s PSM elements including engineering evaluations, risk assessments, software implementation and development, and engineering information management. We believe that implementing and maintaining a comprehensive PSM program is the foundation to a facility’s long-term success.

Location

This position is located in Houston, TX.

Job Description

The PSM Relief Systems Consultant – Project Lead is expected to utilize expertise in the area of process design, analysis, and operations to deliver quality results to clients. Focus is on process safety management in the area of process safety information – relief systems design. Emphasis is placed on quality of the work product and the efficiency of work execution.

The PSM Relief Systems Consultant – Project Lead will report to a project manager who will establish clear expectations in terms of work quality, efficiency, and technical development. The PSM Relief Systems Consultant – Project Lead has the potential to work directly with clients on technical aspects of the projects and therefore must be able to communicate technical requirements and deliverables clearly and concisely.

To fulfill this role, the PSM Relief Systems Consultant – Project Lead will:

• Perform engineering calculations associated with pressure relief system (RS) design/analysis with emphasis placed on quality of work product & work efficiency

• Perform quality control (QC) on RS work performed in alignment with defined procedures through training and ongoing

• Identify overpressure scenarios for various types of process equipment

• Calculate relief loads for various types of overpressure scenarios

• Evaluate pressure relief device capacities

• Perform relief header & flare analysis

• Train and provide guidance to newer employees as necessary

• Utilize process simulation tools

• Understand and comply with all Provenance and client safety procedures that govern the work being performed

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have:

• A Chemical engineering degree

• At least 3-5 years of direct Relief Systems experience in process design, commissioning, start-up, or operations

• Knowledge in application and compliance requirements of regulatory codes (OSHA, EPA, etc.) is preferred

• Knowledge in application of industry standards, recommended practices, and codes (API, NFPA, ASME, etc.) is required

• The ability to understand and comply with all Provenance and client safety procedures that govern the work being performed

• The ability to communicate effectively through verbal and written means, and able to adapt communication to best reach the intended audience within or outside the organization

• The ability to travel as needed to support ongoing projects and develop sales opportunities

• Experience in a petrochemical plant or refinery, preferred

• Strong technical communication ability, both written and oral

• Have the unrestricted right to work in the United States