Consequence Analysis Leader (Life Science Process Safety Center of Excellence)

Merck Group$103K — $154K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • B.S. in Engineering or related field.
  • 5+ years implementing process safety programs at a business level.
  • Experience facilitating PHAs using HAZOP methodology.
  • Proficient in quantitative consequence analysis models (e.g., PHAST, ALOHA).
  • History of delivering training on consequence analysis topics.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and lead global process safety programs.
  • Provide training on key safety assessment methodologies.
  • Serve as subject matter expert in consequence analysis.
  • Participate in incident investigations as needed.
  • Cultivate relationships with external consultants for support.

Benefits

  • Flexible work arrangements (hybrid or onsite).
  • Health insurance.
  • Paid time off (PTO).
  • Retirement contributions.
  • Sales or performance-based bonuses.
Full Job Description
Your Role:

The LS Global EHS team is comprised of regional EHS leaders dedicated to the business-level implementation of corporate EHS governance programs. As part of this extended team, you will support the Life Science Process Safety Center of Excellence by developing our business's expertise in process safety hazard assessment and consequence analysis.

As the Hazard Assessment and Consequence Analysis Leader, you will be responsible for developing a global program and providing guidance and direction to both business leadership and operational sites.

Key tasks include developing and delivering internal business-level training programs for the following based on corporate standards:
  • PHA Facilitation
  • Facility Siting Facilitation
  • LOPA completion
  • SIL Calculation
  • Quantitative Consequence Analysis for hazardous releases (Fire, Explosion, Toxic releases)
  • Hazardous Enclosure Assessment (Asphyxiants, toxics, oxidants, flammables, etc.)

Serving as a subject matter expert and individual contributor to:
  • Participate in incident investigations as requested
  • Complete LOPA, SIL, and other QCA
  • Develop relationships with third-party consultants capable of supporting such tasks when they cannot be completed internally
  • Develop Life Science best practices for performing these evaluations, including documentation of basis and assumptions used


This position offers flexible work arrangements, allowing for hybrid or onsite options. Preferred locations include St. Louis, MO; Milwuakee, WI; Burlington or Bedford, MA; and The Woodlands, TX.

Who You Are:

We are seeking a leader in hazard assessment and consequence analysis to develop business-level process safety consequence analysis implementation programs. An ideal candidate will bring both technical expertise and demonstrated leadership in conducting consequence analyses through past career roles. The candidate should be stakeholder and safety-focused, with a desire to engage existing teams, promote best practices, and increase overall knowledge of consequence analysis principles within the Life Science business.

Minimum Qualifications:
  • B.S. in Engineering or related field.
  • 5+ years of experience with responsibility for implementing process safety programs at a site or business level, with working knowledge of global Process Safety regulatory programs (e.g., OSHA PSM, Seveso III, COMAH, AQ/T 3034-2022).
  • Experience facilitating PHAs using HAZOP methodology (preference for experience using PHAWorks).
  • Experience completing quantitative consequence analysis models with the ability to generally describe programs or tools previously used (e.g., PHAST, ALOHA, HYSYS).
  • Demonstrated history of delivering technical and awareness training on consequence analysis-related topics.
  • Ability to travel domestically and internationally to support site programs as needed. (Anticipated


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience managing process safety programs, with a preference for those with experience building and implementing programs.
  • Experience performing LOPA and SIL calculations based on industry RAGAGEPs.
  • Experience facilitating DHAs per industry RAGAGEPs.
  • Experience building consequence analysis modeling tools based on standards and engineering principles.
  • Ability to build professional relationships with various levels of leadership and site management through digital and in-person platforms.
  • Proven track record of working in large matrix organizational environments with various stakeholders.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills, including presentation and meeting management skills.
  • Experience in one or more of the following chemical manufacturing disciplines: solvents, organic chemistry, inorganic chemistry, biologics.
  • Ability to don standard plant PPE, including but not limited to head, eye, hand, body, and foot protection for an 8-hour shift.
  • Ability to work in electrically classified areas if/when necessary.


Pay Range for this position: $103,200 - $154,800.

The offer range represents the anticipated low and high end of the base pay compensation for this position. The actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as location, level of experience, education, skills, and other job-related factors. Position may be eligible for sales or performance-based bonuses. Benefits offered by the Company include health insurance, paid time off (PTO), retirement contributions, and other perquisites. For more information click here.

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