Senior Technical Safety Engineer – Hybrid – Hampshire (UK)

We are currently seeking an experienced Senior Technical Safety Engineer to join a leading engineering consultancy working across energy transition projects, including carbon capture, hydrogen, renewables, onshore and offshore oil & gas.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to work on high-impact energy projects while benefiting from a flexible hybrid working model.

Location Hampshire, UK – Hybrid working available (approx. 60% remote)

Key Responsibilities

Perform technical safety studies, engineering analyses, and calculations in line with company standards and international codes

Deliver high-quality Technical Safety outputs including:

Fire and Gas detection system design

Active and passive fire protection systems

Hazardous area classification

Risk assessments (QRA, FERA, EERA, ESSA, flare and vent studies)

HSE philosophies

RAM (Reliability, Availability & Maintainability) studies

Lead or support HAZID, HAZOP, and SIL assessments

Supervise junior engineers and ensure project schedules and quality standards are maintained

Contribute to the development of internal technical standards and procedures

Assist in preparing manhour estimates and work plans for proposals and projects

Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant regulations, codes, and industry practices

Collaborate across multi-disciplinary teams to support safe and efficient project execution

Requirements

Degree-qualified in Engineering (Chemical, Process, or relevant discipline)

Significant experience in Technical Safety Engineering within onshore and offshore Oil & Gas projects

Proven experience working through all phases of projects (Concept, FEED, Detail Design)

Strong working knowledge of UK and international safety and design standards

Experience in risk assessment methodologies and safety design tools

Strong communication and organisational skills, with a collaborative mindset