Process Safety Engineer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 12, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 11, 2026. LyondellBasell scores A on the Alion truth index.
LyondellBasell is a leader in the global chemical industry creating solutions for everyday sustainable living. With a nearly 70-year legacy that includes a Nobel Prize in Chemistry and our proprietary MoReTec recycling technology, LYB is enabling a more sustainable future for generations to come. LYB develops high-quality and innovative products for applications ranging from sustainable transportation and food safety to clean water and quality healthcare. LYB places high priority on diversity, equity and inclusion and is Advancing Good with an emphasis on our planet, the communities where we operate and our future workforce. We're addressing the global challenges of ending plastic waste, taking climate action, and supporting a thriving society, while generating value for our customers, investors, and society.
Come Join an Inclusive Team
The Process Safety Engineer, reporting to the Process Safety / Operational Excellence / Equipment Control Lead, is responsible to support all the activities within Process Safety Management System at the Ferrara site for both Organizations (Manufacturing and R&D).
The activity is aimed at developing, implementing, and monitoring Site Process Safety strategy, programs, policies and communication to ensure Goal Zero, compliance with statutory and LYB requirements and promotion of a safe work environment, in collaboration with HSEQT team.
The role contributes to ensure that strategy, planning and execution of Process Safety Management system relevant processes and activities are achieved.
A Day in the Life
- Coordinate PHA activities, providing leadership, expertise and competency to the process.
- Understand, track and manage action items from PHAs.
- Write and implement effective procedures that support Process Safety, including Management of Change (MOC, Process Risk Management, Process Safety Information, Facility Siting).
- Contribute to monitor and develop key performance indicators (lagging and, most importantly, leading indicators) to track PSM progress.
- Participate in audits, including Operational Excellence (OE), PSM Compliance, as well as site self-assessments.
- Understand PSM implications of incidents and provide guidance to site for proper classification, investigation, and improvements.
- Coordinate Process Safety knowledge sharing and best practices across the site.
- Communicate external Process Safety events and share best practices identified within the company.
- Provide oversight and conduct audits for Management of Change (MOC), Pre-Start up Safety Review process (PSSR), Facility Siting and procedures according to LYB practices.
- Lead or participate in incident investigations.
- Participate in company Process Safety technical networks.
- Provide support/knowledge to manage technical matters related to ethylene/propylene decomposition, auto-refrigeration, combustible dust management, machinery safeguarding and facility siting requirements.
You Bring This Value
Education:
Master’s degree in industrial engineering or equivalent.
Work Experience:
Minimum 5 years’ experience in Process Safety Management;
Proven experience in a complex Manufacturing environment, with strong preference for Chemical & Process Industry;
Proven experience in managing teams and budget in a multinational company environment. Past experience in HSEQT is strongly preferential.
Language:
good knowledge of English language
What We Offer
We offer an environment where we encourage personal and professional growth and where you will be rewarded for your performance and results. You will have the possibility to work with specialist on all fields to develop innovative solutions and to extend your national and international network. LyondellBasell is committed to advancing diversity, equity & inclusion (DEI) to ensure a positive experience for all employees.
Health and Pension Fund
Welfare Platform
Flexible work environment
Continuous learning and development programs
Competitive salary package:
- NCLA Chemical Industry
- Max job grading: A2 based on experience and qualifications
- Salary Range for max job grading: € 53.600 - € 73.700
Competencies
Drive Innovation
Technical Skills
Grow Capabilities
Promote Inclusion
Motivational Fit
Build Partnerships
Deliver Results
Compensation Disclosure
The compensation and reference to benefits for this role is listed on this posting in compliance with applicable law. Please note that the compensation and benefits listed below are only applicable for Italy payroll offers.
The anticipated salary range for this full-time position is €53.600 - €73.700 The starting compensation will be determined based on skills, experience and qualifications.
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