ATEX Expert

Position : ATEX Expert

Location : Mumbai / Pune / Bangalore / Gurgaon (multiple location Opening)

Job Purpose :

To ensure compliance with ATEX workplace directives and related explosive atmosphere standards across petrochemical, chemical, and oil & gas operations. The ATEX Expert will assess, design, and guide implementation of explosion protection strategies, ensuring safe operations in hazardous areas.

Key Responsibilities :

• Ensure compliance with ATEX Directive 2014 / 34 / EU and Directive 1999 / 92 / EC across all hazardous zones.
• Perform hazardous area classification (HAC) and zoning based on IEC / EN standards.
• Evaluate and select ATEX-certified electrical and non-electrical equipment for use in Zone 0, Zone 1, and Zone 2.
• Conduct risk assessments, ignition source identification , and explosion protection document (EPD) preparation.
• Support HAZOP, HAZID, and SIL studies from an ATEX and explosion safety perspective.
• Coordinate inspection, maintenance, and certification of ATEX equipment as per IEC 60079 series standards.
• Provide technical training and awareness to internal teams on ATEX principles and equipment usage.
• Liaise with Notified Bodies , certification agencies, and vendors regarding ATEX conformity and documentation.
• Support engineering teams during project design, construction, and commissioning phases to ensure ATEX compliance.
• Develop and maintain internal ATEX compliance audit programs and monitor corrective actions.

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