Process Safety & Risk Engineer
Posted 12 Oct 2026
Advertised as “Senior Process Safety & Risk Engineer”
BranchFactor Summary
The original posting with the fluff stripped out
- Expected experience
- 15+ yrs
- Management level
- People management
No salary listed for this role.
Field of studyChemical Engineering, Process Engineering (or related)
Study levelBachelor's
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 85 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.
Overview – Role
We are currently seeking a Senior Process Safety & Risk Engineer who will lead the delivery of complex process safety and technical risk assignments across oil & gas, LNG, refining, petrochemicals and industrial facilities. In this role you will combine independent workshop facilitation and technical expertise along with project management & delivery, client engagement, mentoring and business development while reporting to the head of Chemical Process Safety Division — Middle East & India
This role will be based in Al Khobar , Saudi Arabia and requires travel across the region
This role offers the chance to work in a fast-paced environment and advance your career within a supportive and diverse team,
offering opportunities to liaise on a wide range of projects. You will be able to conduct research in a variety of skills groups and have the opportunity to visit sites to monitor the implementation of process safety strategies
Key Responsibilities
- Independently chair HAZOP, HAZID, SIL/LOPA, SIMOPS and Bow-Tie workshops within demonstrated competence, managing multidisciplinary participation and producing clear, actionable recommendations.
- Lead and technically review Quantitative Risk Assessments (QRA), consequence modelling, Fire and Explosion Risk Assessments (FERA), Building Risk Assessments (BRA), and flare radiation and dispersion studies.