Senior Process Safety Engineer

Join a Market Leader About Hovione
At Hovione, we help partners turn scientific innovation into medicines that reach patients around the world.
For more than 65 years, we have connected science, technology, and manufacturing to scale complex ideas into high‐quality and innovative solutions that truly make a difference.
As an international Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO), we support the development and manufacture of drug substances, intermediates, and drug products across the full life cycle.
We are globally recognized for our leadership in specialized technologies such as Spray Drying and Continuous Tableting.
But what truly sets us apart is not just what we do — it is how we do it: with purpose, care, collaboration, and a deep commitment to doing the right things right.
Our people are the reason for our success.
We are a global and diverse team of more than 2,600 team members across Europe, the USA, and Asia, bringing together different experiences and perspectives to help our partners to overcome complex challenges.
We believe that an inclusive environment — where everyone, regardless of background, identity or ability, is respected, heard and empowered to contribute — is essential to drive innovation, ensure quality, and secure long‐term sustainable success.
And as we grow, so do the opportunities for our people to develop, broaden their perspectives, and build meaningful careers.
Because at Hovione, better starts with those who choose to make a difference every day.
Will you be one of them?
You will be responsible to: As a
Senior Process Safety Engineer, you will play a critical role in safeguarding people, environment, and operations, while shaping the future of
process safety excellence
across a complex and technologically advanced manufacturing site.
This is a high‐impact role offering
broad cross‐functional exposure, continuous learning, and the opportunity to influence strategic safety decisions in a dynamic industrial environment.
You will lead the implementation, governance, and continuous improvement of
HSE Process Safety frameworks, ensuring compliance, driving best practices, and embedding a strong safety culture across the organization.
Process Safety Leadership & Strategy
Lead and continuously improve the
Process Safety Management System (PSM)
at site level
Ensure compliance with
regulatory requirements (e.G., COMAH), internal policies, and industry standards
Identify system gaps and drive
strategic improvements and optimization initiatives
Risk Management & Technical Safety
Lead complex
technical risk assessments :
HAZOP, PHA, LOPA
Evaluate risks related to:
New Process Introductions (NPI)
Process changes and equipment/facility upgrades
Assess and manage:
Major accident scenarios
Chemical risks
Hazardous area classifications
Projects & Innovation
Lead
complex, cross‐functional process safety projects
Propose and implement
new technologies and best practices
Support engineering design and operational decision‐making with safety expertise
Compliance, Audits & Performance
Lead internal
audits, inspections, and compliance activities
Monitor and report
HSE performance metrics and KPIs
Ensure accurate data management and reporting for process safety activities
Incident Investigation & Continuous Improvement
Lead and support
incident investigations
Define and implement
corrective and preventive actions
Drive a culture of
learning and continuous improvement
Training & Safety Culture
Deliver and lead
HSE training programs
Promote a culture of:
Safety excellence
Continuous learning and knowledge sharing
Support onboarding and mentoring of team members
Stakeholder Engagement
Act as a key point of contact for:
Regulatory authorities and external stakeholders
Cross‐functional internal teams
Lead communication and engagement on
process safety topics
Emergency Preparedness
Develop and enhance
emergency response systems and procedures
We are looking to recruit a Candidate:
Degree in
Engineering, Chemistry or related scientific field
(mandatory)
Master's in Process Safety or equivalent
(mandatory)
Industrial Safety Level VI certification (Portugal)
Health & Safety professional certification (desirable)
5–8+ years in manufacturing or industrial environment (chemicals/pharma preferred)
Strong experience in:
Process Safety and Major Hazard management
Leading
HAZOP / LOPA
studies (as Chair)
New Process Introduction (NPI)
Proven ability to manage
complex technical assessments and project
Advanced knowledge of:
Process Safety methodologies
Regulatory frameworks (e.G., COMAH)
Strong analytical and problem‐solving s