Process Safety Engineer

Boxmeer  ‐ Onsite

Keywords

Process Safety Construction Safety Principles Hazard and Operability Study Recruitment Auditing Chemical Engineering Regulatory Compliance Consulting Dutch Process Engineering Incident Management Intrusion Detection Systems Project Management Life Cycle Risk Analysis Stakeholder Management Equipment Specification ATEX Directives

Description

Job Title: Process Safety Engineer

Location: Boxmeer, Netherlands

Contract Duration: 6-12 months (initially), with opportunity for extension

Industry: Pharmaceutical Construction

Working Hours: Full-time, standard hours

Rate: Competitive (based on experience)

About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced Process Safety Engineer to join a leading pharmaceutical construction project in Boxmeer. This is a contract role for an initial period of 6 to 12 months, with a strong possibility of extension based on project needs and performance.

You will be a key part of the site-based team, ensuring that process safety principles are integrated throughout the project lifecycle. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on a high-profile pharmaceutical facility, contributing to the delivery of a state-of-the-art manufacturing site.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Provide expert guidance on process safety during design, construction, and commissioning phases
  • Conduct and facilitate process hazard analyses (e.g. HAZOP, LOPA, What-If)
  • Support risk assessments and develop safety procedures in line with regulatory and client standards
  • Review and advise on safety aspects of P&IDs, layout drawings, and equipment specifications
  • Ensure compliance with local and international safety regulations and standards
  • Collaborate closely with engineering, construction, HSE, and client teams on safety-related topics
  • Participate in audits, inspections, and incident investigations as required
  • Support handover documentation and provide technical input into project deliverables


Requirements:
  • Degree in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, or related field
  • 5+ years of experience in process safety engineering, ideally in a pharmaceutical or high-hazard environment
  • Strong knowledge of EU safety legislation and standards (ATEX, PED, Seveso, etc.)
  • Experience with HAZOP/LOPA facilitation or participation
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Fluent in English; Dutch is an advantage


Darwin Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Start date
5.2025
From
Darwin Recruitment
Published at
22.04.2025
Contact person:
Asha Longman
Project ID:
2871491
Industry
Medicine and Pharmaceuticals
Contract type
Freelance
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