Chemical PSM Engineer

Cooperidge Consulting Firm is seeking a PSM Engineer for a top Global Chemical Manufacturing client.

This key role, located in Eastern NC, is responsible for implementing and overseeing all aspects of the plant-wide Process Safety Management (PSM) program. The position requires extensive technical expertise in PSM-regulated industries, driving continuous improvement strategies related to performance, Management of Change (MOC), corrective actions, audits, and regulatory compliance across production, maintenance, EHS, and projects.

Job Responsibilities

• Apply PSM principles by providing technical expertise, implementing comprehensive policies and procedures, and performing PSM-focused audits.
• Set clear strategies and goals for the continuous improvement of the site's overall PSM program performance.
• Assist employees in the thorough review of all plant process changes, modifications, construction, and operations for strict PSM compliance.
• Facilitate PSM corrective actions developed from Incident Investigations, PHAs, and audits to reduce or eliminate process and physical hazards.
• Manage all PSM correspondence, record keeping, and comprehensive reporting documentation, including MOC and incident/corrective action reporting.
• Support site PHA Facilitators by providing necessary training in HazOps, Safety Integrity Levels (SIL), Safety Requirements Specifications (SRS), and Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS).
• Stay informed of new or pending PSM regulations, methods of enforcement, and inspection procedures by regulatory agencies.
• Work directly with regulatory agencies on all PSM matters, including agency inspections, and manage the PSM program budget for the Health & Safety Department.

Requirements:
Education

• Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Engineering is required.

Experience

• Minimum of seven (7) years of experience as a Process Engineer responsible for PSM-compliant regulated industries.
• Extensive technical background working in production/operations, maintenance, EHS, and projects.
• Experience with leading or supporting incident investigations is required.

Certifications/Licenses

• Extensive knowledge of the OSHA Standards for General Industry regulation 29 CFR 1910.119 is required.
• Ability to work in the USA without sponsorship, now or in the future, is required.

Skills

• Must have a good understanding of chemical manufacturing operations.
• Strong leadership and communication skills for collaborating across interdisciplinary teams (operations, maintenance, EHS).

Benefits:
• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Wellness Resources