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　　Overview:

　　Facilities in Texas and Louisiana produce 80 percent of the United States’ primary petrochemical supply. Texas chemical production tops the nation by far, with chemical shipments valued at $117.5 billion and Louisiana second at $52.0 billion (American Chemistry Council, 2021 Guide to the Business of Chemistry (https://www.americanchemistry.com/chemistry-in-america/data-industry-statistics/resources/2021-guide-to-the-business-of-chemistry) ).

　　FM Global Dallas Operations is currently seeking an engineering specialist to be based in Houston, Texas or southern Louisiana with loss prevention experience within the chemical industry. This position will report to the FM Global Dallas office as part of the Dallas Operations chemical focused field engineering team.

　　Depending on the experience level of the candidate, assignments will be of appropriate and increasing scope and complexity to give you the opportunity to accelerate development within the FM Global chemical specialty program. Assignments will provide ample opportunity in your direct geographic area to be devoted primarily to supporting our chemical clients and to advance your development within the chemical program for future promotion and growth opportunities.

　　Responsibilities:

　　Identify property hazards (fire, explosion, and natural catastrophe hazards) at client facilities and deliver practical solutions to minimize or eliminate the risk.

　　Communicate key risks and priorities to support clients in making sound risk management decisions based on what matters most to their business.

　　Apply consistent risk assessment and risk mitigation guidance, based on use of FM Global Property Loss Prevention Data Sheets and company operating procedures, with an attention to technical detail. 

　　Prepare technical engineering reports, with sound engineering-based judgements, decisions, and technical writing to document conclusions. 

　　Collaborate with various departments such as Operations Engineering, Client Services, Account Management and Underwriting on risk assessment and risk mitigation strategies.

　　Develop long-lasting relationships with clients and act as a trusted advisor and consultant within your field.

　　Work from a home office, while managing time, meeting report delivery timelines, and working independently with minimal supervision.

　　Expected overnight travel once fully trained is 30% (up to 50-70 nights per year). Typical travel responsibilities will be concentrated in a 2 to 3-hour radius around your home office; however overnight travel may include all Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Louisiana, and some Caribbean countries.

　　Qualifications:

　　Minimum bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering 

　　Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience (chemical industry preferred) 

　　Experience with process hazard analysis (PHA), Process Safety Management (PSM), Management of Change (MOC), manual and automatic process safety interlocks, and automatic fire protection systems is a plus.

　　Hands-on understanding of various chemical and mechanical production processes and support systems, with basic understanding of topics relating to design, operation, maintenance, process safety, and protection for complex process equipment such as reactors, distillation columns, dryers, RTOs, and dust collection systems at large complex chemical plants.

　　Resident or willing to relocate to Houston or southern Louisiana

　　An eagerness to learn across a broad range of industries and types of hazards. 

　　Good analytical, organizational, problem solving, and interpersonal skills

　　Independent and focused within a home office environment, with strong planning and time management skills with minimal supervision.

　　Results driven and self-motivated are a must

　　Solid technical aptitude including diverse knowledge of engineering principles

　　Strong verbal and written English communications skills

　　Proficient in MS Office products

　　Physically able to lift 25 pounds, able to climb ladders, and experience heights.

　　Authorization to work in the US

　　Valid driver’s license

　　FM Global is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse workforce.

　　The hiring range for this position is $76,000 to $140,000. However, the final salary offer and title will vary based on geographic location, individual education, skills, and experience. The position is eligible to participate in FM Global’s comprehensive Total Rewards program that includes an incentive plan, generous health and well-being programs, a 401(k) and pension plan, career development opportunities, tuition reimbursement, flexible work, time off allowances and much more.