Sr. Process Safety Consultant

Company Overview Throughout our worldwide network of experts, clients and communities, we are renowned for our leadership in fire protection engineering – a legacy of responsibility we have proudly upheld since 1939. Today, our expertise extends broadly across closely related security and risk-based fields – from accessibility consulting and risk analysis to process safety, forensic investigations, security risk consulting, emergency management, digital innovation and more. Our engineers and consultants collaborate to solve complex safety and security challenges, ensuring our clients can protect what matters most. For over 80 years, we have helped mitigate risks that threaten lives, property and reputations. Through technology, expertise and industry-leading research, we remain dedicated to our purpose of making our world safe, secure and resilient. At Jensen Hughes, we believe that creating and sustaining a culture of trust, integrity and professional growth starts with putting our people first. Our employees are our greatest strength, and we value the unique perspectives and talents they bring to our organization. Our wide range of Global Employee Networks connect people from across the organization, supporting career development and providing forums for individuals to share experiences on topics they're passionate about. Together, we are cultivating a connected culture where everyone has the opportunity to learn, grow and succeed together. Job Overview JENSEN HUGHES is expanding our industrial safety practice with a dedicated focus on solving complex challenges for manufacturing and industrial clients—particularly those with significant chemical processing, combustible dust, and high-hazard operations. We are currently seeking a Process Safety Consultant with a specialization in Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) to lead and support a growing portfolio of risk assessment and safety compliance projects. This is a strategic, client-facing opportunity for experienced professionals who are passionate about applying PHA methodologies to identify and mitigate operational risks, improve facility safety, and ensure regulatory and code compliance. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience conducting, facilitating, and leading PHAs across various industries. Key Responsibilities Lead and perform Process Hazard Analyses (PHA) using methodologies such as HAZOP, What-If, LOPA and FMEA Guide clients through PHA lifecycle management , including PHA methodology, pre-study preparation, team coordination, study execution, documentation, and follow-up recommendations. Provide consulting on flammable liquids, reactive chemistry, and other high hazard materials. Analyze process safety information (P&IDs, PFDs, material data, operating procedures) to support thorough and accurate hazard analysis. Prepare and peer-review high-quality, technically sound PHA reports for clients and regulatory authorities. Conduct site visits to evaluate risk and compliance with NFPA, OSHA PSM, and insurer standards. Support proposal development and participate in client-facing engagements to scope new PHA and process safety work. Desired Expertise High competency in use of one or more PHA software tools. Strong familiarity with key regulations and standards including: Process Safety Management Regulation, CFR1910.119 Risk Management Program (40CFR Part 68 – Chemical Accident Prevention) Guidelines for Hazard Evaluation Procedures, published by CCPS IEC 61882 – Hazard and operability studies - Application guide IEC 61511-1:2016, Functional safety - Safety instrumented systems for the process industry sector Understanding of safety instrumented systems and controls (a plus) Previous engineering experience, in one or more of the following industries: Oil and gas, Chemical, Pulp and paper, Industrial Gases or Pharmaceutical. Experience performing consequence and frequency analysis for accidental toxic or flammable material releases. Design and analysis of pressure…