Verista

6455 - Senior Project Engineer - HSE Oxygen Depletion Program / Senior Project Engineer

Verista$85K — $126K *
Technical Services
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, Environmental, Biomedical, Industrial, or related discipline).
  • 7+ years of engineering experience in laboratory or manufacturing settings.
  • Experience with engineering calculations and risk assessments.
  • Strong understanding of laboratory safety principles.
  • Familiarity with mechanical systems and ventilation design.
  • Excellent technical writing skills for engineering reports.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Office Suite.

Responsibilities

  • Lead engineering activities for laboratory oxygen depletion risk management.
  • Evaluate labs using oxygen-depleting gases to ensure safety compliance.
  • Develop standardized engineering approaches for oxygen depletion assessments.
  • Perform calculations for gases like nitrogen and argon related to oxygen depletion.
  • Conduct data collection for laboratory risk assessments.
  • Author comprehensive Oxygen Depletion Hazard risk assessments.
  • Coordinate sensor installations and ensure proper placement.

Benefits

  • Fast-paced organization with high growth potential and a people-focused culture.
  • Competitive pay with performance-based incentives.
  • Company-paid life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • 401(k) plan with employer matching benefits.
  • Generous paid time off and holidays, with rollover options.
  • Tuition reimbursement program to support career development.
Full Job Description
Senior Project Engineer Responsibilities:
Oxygen Depletion Program Support
  • Lead engineering activities supporting laboratory oxygen (O8) depletion risk management across research facilities.
  • Evaluate laboratories utilizing oxygen-depleting gases and cryogenic liquids to ensure compliance with internal HSE standards and industry best practices.
  • Develop and maintain standardized engineering approaches for oxygen depletion assessments.
Engineering Assessments & Risk Analysis
  • Perform oxygen and carbon dioxide (CO2) depletion calculations for laboratories utilizing:
    • Nitrogen (N2)
    • Argon (Ar)
    • Carbon Dioxide (CO2)
    • Helium (He)
    • Other oxygen-displacing gases as required
  • Conduct laboratory data collection necessary to complete engineering risk assessments.
  • Evaluate laboratory ventilation systems in partnership with Building Engineers.
  • Assess laboratory airflows and ventilation effectiveness supporting safe operation.
Oxygen Depletion Risk Assessments
  • Author comprehensive Oxygen Depletion Hazard (ODH) Risk Assessments for laboratories utilizing:
    • Compressed gases
    • Cryogenic liquids
    • Oxygen-depleting chemicals
  • Prepare specialized ODH assessments for Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) laboratories utilizing liquid helium systems.
  • Recommend engineering controls and mitigation strategies based on assessment findings.
Sensor Evaluation & Implementation
  • Determine laboratory requirements for:
    • Oxygen sensors
    • Carbon dioxide sensors
    • Associated HSE safety signage
  • Coordinate installation activities with Facilities and Building Engineering teams.
  • Verify appropriate sensor placement and implementation.
Program Documentation & Data Management
  • Maintain an inventory of laboratories utilizing:
    • Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) equipment
    • Oxygen-depleting gases
    • Cryogenic liquids
  • Update engineering databases, tracking spreadsheets, and documentation supporting the Oxygen Depletion Program.
  • Ensure documentation remains accurate, current, and audit-ready.
Process Improvement & Automation
  • Support initiatives to automate the laboratory oxygen assessment process.
  • Evaluate software tools and engineering methodologies capable of generating automated oxygen depletion reports.
  • Assist in developing standardized calculation methodologies and digital workflows.
  • Collaborate on SmartForm development and data automation initiatives.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Partner with:
    • Environmental Health & Safety (HSE)
    • Facilities Engineering
    • Building Engineers
    • Research Scientists
    • Laboratory Operations
  • Provide technical guidance regarding oxygen depletion hazards and engineering controls.
  • Support project planning, implementation, and continuous improvement efforts.
Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, Environmental, Biomedical, Industrial, or related discipline).
  • 7+ years of engineering experience supporting laboratory, research, pharmaceutical, biotech, chemical, or manufacturing environments.
  • Experience performing engineering calculations and technical risk assessments.
  • Strong understanding of laboratory safety principles.
  • Experience working with building mechanical systems and ventilation concepts.
  • Excellent technical writing skills with experience authoring engineering reports or risk assessments.
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office Suite.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience supporting pharmaceutical or biotechnology research facilities.
  • Knowledge of Oxygen Deficiency Hazard (ODH) assessments.
  • Experience with compressed gases, cryogenic liquids, or laboratory safety programs.
  • Familiarity with Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) laboratory operations.
  • Experience working with Environmental Health & Safety (HSE) programs.
  • Experience evaluating HVAC airflow or laboratory ventilation systems.
  • Knowledge of applicable OSHA, NFPA, ASHRAE, or other laboratory safety standards.
  • Experience implementing engineering controls within laboratory environments.
Preferred Technical Skills:
  • Experience automating engineering calculations and reporting workflows.
  • Familiarity with data analysis and process automation tools.
  • Experience developing SmartForms, digital workflows, or automated engineering documentation.
  • AI experience is highly preferred, including the use of AI-assisted tools to:
    • Automate oxygen depletion calculations
    • Generate engineering reports
    • Develop SmartForms
    • Improve engineering data management and workflow efficiency


For US geography, the salary range for this position is shown below. The actual salary is dependent upon a variety of job-related factors such as professional background, training, work experience, location, business needs, market demand, and competitive market practice. Therefore, in some circumstances, the actual salary could fall outside of this expected range. This salary range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.

National (US) Range

$85,000-$126,235 USD

Benefits

Why Choose Verista?
  • High growth potential and fast-paced organization with a people-focused culture
  • Competitive pay plus performance-based incentive programs
  • Company-paid Life, Short-Term, and Long-Term Disability Insurance.
  • Medical, Dental & Vision insurances
  • FSA, DCARE, Commuter Benefits
  • Supplemental Life, Hospital, Critical Illness and Legal Insurance
  • Health Savings Account
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan (Employer Matching benefit)
  • Paid Time Off (Rollover Option) and Holidays
  • As Needed Sick Time
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Team Social Activities (We have fun!)
  • Employee Recognition
  • Employee Referral Program
  • Paid Parental Leave and Bereavement

About Verista

Verista is a software company that provides a platform for managing and automating business processes. The company's platform uses artificial intelligence and machine learning to analyze data and optimize workflows. Verista's customers include companies in the healthcare, financial services, and manufacturing industries. The company was founded in 2017 and is headquartered in Palo Alto, California.
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