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Technical Safety Engineer

On-site in Cartagena·Added 25 days ago (last checked 3 Nov)

Técnicas Reunidas

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Work mode: On-site, Cartagena
English: Required
Experience: Senior level
Education: University degree

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Skills

Requirements

What we're looking for

Bachelor of Engineering in Chemical discipline or equivalent.

Knowledge of Microsoft Office.

Knowledge on the Hazardous area classification, SCE/PS, EERA, FERA and other loss prevention analysis and risk assessment.

Knowledge in technical safety design standard such as NFPA, EPA, NIOSH, IP, ISO, ASME, API, etc.

Experience in fire safety design in projects in the Oil & Gas and/or Power Plants sectors, onshore/offshore facility and brownfield project experience (Highly valued).

Proved Skilled in Physical Effects Modeling and Quantitative Risk Assessment, experience with PHAST, FLARESIM, ALOHA, EFFECTS, EXsilentia software or similar.

Languages

English minimum B2 level.

The role

Tecnicas Reunidas is looking for a Lead Safety Engineer.

What you'll do

Preparation and review of deliverables related to Technical Safety/Environmental, as minimum but not limited to such as Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) Management Plans, HSE philosophies/Specifications, studies & reviews, HAZOP Management and review, SIL Determination, Hazardous Area Classification, Consequence analysis, BAT/ALARP studies, QRA, FESA, COMAH, Noise Specification, Noise Report Management, Emission Modelling Report, Flare Assessment (distances, emission and radiation), HSE Action Tracking Management, impact and emission calculations and safety equipment specification.

Participate in numerous workshops as Technical Safety/Environmental Engineer to advise on technical safety related aspect and concern at HAZOP, HAZID, 3D Model Review, HFE Review, Construction HAZID, etc.

Ensure compliance with international and specific country legal requirements

Facilitate HAZOP, HAZID, SIL Determination, ALARP and ERP Workshop among others.

Perform radiation and dispersion modeling using Flaresim software (or any similar software) and review simulations, analyses and utilize.

Review of the inter discipline documents.

Monitoring manhour budget and preparing weekly workplan and update project progress

Ensure the schedule and deliverables meet with a high-quality deliverables and action.

Prepare specifications, RFI/RFP and TBE for technical safety items.

Hiring process

4 steps2 interviewsa task to do

Interview with HR
With Human Resources
Language test
Evaluation test
Technical interview
Professional references
Enrollment letter

The company says it accompanies each candidate through every stage until they join.

About Técnicas Reunidas

Técnicas Reunidas is a global leader in engineering and construction for the energy sector, providing sustainable solutions for clean fuels, petrochemicals, natural gas, hydrogen, and carbon capture. With over 60 years of experience, the company designs and builds industrial plants worldwide, employing a highly skilled team of engineers and technical experts. Its headquarters are in Madrid, Spain, and it operates across multiple international markets.

Industry: Energy Engineering
Founded: 1960
Employees: 10,000–15,000
Headquarters: Madrid, Spain
In Spain: Madrid, Bilbao

Good to know if you are moving

Headquartered in Madrid, Spain, with a major office in Bilbao, offering opportunities in both cities.
The company is a global EPC contractor, so roles often involve international projects and travel.
Spanish language skills are commonly required, but many technical roles are advertised in English, indicating a multicultural environment.
The company offers internship programs (Becas) for recent graduates, which can be a pathway to permanent employment.
Madrid is a major European hub with excellent international connectivity, making relocation straightforward.

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