• Process Safety Management (PSM) Principal

    Qnity (Wilmington, DE)


    The Integrated Operations Process Safety Management (PSM) team within the future Qnity™ DuPont Electronics Business is seeking a **Principal Engineer – Process Safety Management** to lead and advance our global PHA (Process Hazards Analysis) program.

     

    This role is critical in ensuring that process hazards are systematically identified, evaluated, and mitigated across our manufacturing sites and capital projects. The successful candidate will serve as the corporate PHA process owner, providing deep technical expertise, leadership, and strategic direction to reduce risk to people, assets, and the environment.

     

    Hazards of concern include toxicity, flammability, explosion risks, and reactive chemical behavior involving liquids, gases, combustible dusts, and other high-hazard materials.

    Key Responsibilities

    + Serve as the **corporate owner** of Qnity’s PHA process, standards, and tools.

    + Facilitate and mentor others in conducting **PHA, LOPA (Layers of Protection Analysis), and DHA (Dust Hazard Analysis)** for both cyclic reviews and capital projects.

    + Act as a **corporate subject matter expert (SME)** in process safety and hazard analysis.

    + Ensure PHAs are effective and result in actionable, risk-reducing recommendations.

    + Review and revise Qnity’s EHS standards and align them with industry **RAGAGEPs** to streamline compliance while maintaining robust protection.

    + Establish and monitor **key performance indicators (KPIs)** to assess and improve the global PHA program.

    + Develop and deliver advanced **PHA training programs** ; coach and mentor site facilitators and engineers to build internal capability.

    + Support sites and newly acquired businesses in achieving and maintaining **regulatory and internal compliance** with PHA/DHA/Facility Siting requirements.

    + Conduct PHA **Audits** with strong visibility and engagement with employees

    Required Capabilities & Qualifications

    + **Bachelor’s degree** in Chemical Engineering, Safety, or a related technical field.

    + **10+ years** of progressive experience in PSM, preferably in the **chemical manufacturing industry** .

    + Demonstrated experience managing PSM programs across **multiple sites** on a **global scale** .

    + Deep technical knowledge of:

    + Flammable, toxic, and reactive chemical handling

    + Combustible dust hazards

    + Static control and hazardous area classification

    + Burner management systems and high-temperature operations

    + Proficiency in **PHA software tools** (e.g., PHAWorks, PHAST, VCE, BEAST).

    + Experience conducting **quantitative consequence analysis** , facility siting studies, and dust hazard assessments.

    + Certified or qualified **LOPA practitioner** .

    + Strong background in **PSM auditing** and compliance assurance.

    + Proven ability to **lead change** , influence stakeholders, and drive performance improvements.

    + Excellent communication skills—both written and verbal—with the ability to engage across all levels of the organization and with external agencies.

    + Experience in **training, coaching, and competency development** .

    + Willingness and ability to travel up to **30%** , including international locations.

    Additional Attributes

    + Strong interest in **project engineering** and **technical advisement** .

    + High emotional intelligence and **interpersonal skills** to navigate diverse, global teams.

    + Ability to **work independently** , manage multiple priorities, and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.

     

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    Qnity is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability or any other protected class. If you need a reasonable accommodation to search or apply for a position, please visit our Accessibility Page for Contact Information (https://www.qnityelectronics.com/accessibility.html) .

     

    Qnity offers a comprehensive pay and benefits package. To learn more visit the Compensation and Benefits page (https://careers.qnityelectronics.com/us/en/compensation-and-benefits-final) .