Risk and Functional Safety Engineer, Power-to-X

Risk and Functional Safety Engineer, Power-to-X

Does it motivate you to be on the very frontline of the renewable energy business? Would you like to apply your expertise in technical safety to ensure the well-being of our workforce, the environment, and the surrounding communities?

Then you might be our new colleague.

Your new team

We are looking for an experienced and highly skilled Risk and Functional Safety Specialist to join our team of 50 committed colleagues and contribute to the advancement of sustainable energy solutions through the development of a state-of-the-art PtX-plant – the first of its’ kind.

Your new role

The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in ensuring the safety, reliability, and compliance of the plant's operations, processes, and equipment. As a Risk and Functional Safety Specialist, you will collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams to identify, assess, and mitigate potential safety hazards and risks associated with the PtX-plant's design, construction, and operation.

Your tasks will include:

• Conduct thorough safety assessments and hazard analyses for the PtX-plant's development, including design, construction, and operational phases.
• Identify potential safety hazards, process risks, and operational challenges related to the PtX-plant's equipment, systems, and processes.
• Collaborate with engineering, design, and project management teams to integrate safety considerations into the design and operational plans of the PtX-plant.
• Develop and deliver safety training programs to educate plant personnel on safe operating practices, emergency response procedures, and mitigation strategies.
• Assist in the preparation of safety documentation, reports, and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.

Job prerequisites

• A Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering, process safety, industrial safety, or a related field. A Master's degree is a plus.
• Proven experience (5+ years) as a Technical Safety Specialist or similar role in industrial plant development or process safety.
• In-depth understanding of process safety principles, risk assessment methodologies, and relevant industry codes and standards (e.g. API, NFPA, OSHA).
• Experience with safety analysis tools (such as PHA, HAZOP, LOPA, FMEA, and SIL assessments).
• Strong familiarity with PtX-technologies, chemical processes, and associated safety considerations is highly desirable.
• Certification such as Certified Process Safety Professional (CCPSC) or equivalent is advantageous.

You possess excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically in complex and dynamic environments. It’s natural for you to use your effective communication capabilities to collaborate with cross-functional teams, present findings, and provide training.

With us you get

• To be part of a rapidly growing company at the core of the green transition.
• The possibility to work in an entrepreneurial environment where gaining hands-on experience is encouraged, while at the same time, new ideas and proactivity are valued.
• We make an effort to welcome you as our new colleague. We prepare individual onboarding plans and everyone is assigned a buddy.
• We prioritize our employees’ development. You will be enrolled in our People Development Program to ensure continuous learning and engagement.
• We offer the opportunity to work remotely and have flexible working hours.

About European Energy

European Energy is a Danish privately owned company founded in 2004. We operate all the way from development, construction, operation, and selling of wind- and photovoltaic (PV) farms on land as well as offshore globally. Further, we work with the development of future energy solutions, e.g. Power-to-X. We have a solid collaboration with local stakeholders and want to involve all parts in the process.

We are now more than 700 employees with 43 nationalities represented in 21 countries. We all work for our common goal to be the most innovative partner within the green transition and to create The Power of Tomorrow, Today.

Reference: VP, Head of PtX Engineering, Anders Brendstrup.

Location: Søborg, Copenhagen.

Our working environment is built on mutual respect for the varied strengths and talents of our employees, with a flat hierarchy and entrepreneurial thinking at its foundation. Our employees value our flexible working culture, permitting better reconciliation of work and personal life. We are a team, whether it is in the workplace, on our company trips or during our weekly company training sessions. At European Energy, you will not only gain great colleagues, but also new friends from every corner of the globe.