Process Safety Engineer
PCG
PROCESS SAFETY MANAGEMENT (PSM) ENGINEER
Location: Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Industry: Chemical Manufacturing
POSITION SUMMARY
The PSM Engineer is responsible for supporting and improving the site’s Process Safety Management program, ensuring regulatory compliance, reducing process safety risks, and promoting a strong safety culture. This role works closely with operations, maintenance, engineering, and leadership to improve process safety performance and ensure the safe operation of plant assets.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develop, maintain, and improve PSM programs, procedures, and systems.
- Lead and participate in process hazard analyses, including HAZOPs, PHAs, LOPAs, and SIL assessments.
- Conduct incident investigations, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.
- Identify and execute risk-reduction and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Support PSM audits, compliance activities, and performance reporting.
- Provide process safety training and technical guidance to cross-functional teams.
- Manage projects, coordinate stakeholders, and communicate improvement opportunities to site leadership.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, or a related technical field.
- 5+ years of experience in chemical manufacturing.
- 5+ years of experience with Process Safety Management systems and programs.
- Experience leading risk assessments and managing projects with budgets exceeding $50,000.
- Strong knowledge of chemical processes, plant operations, risk management, and regulatory compliance.
- Excellent communication, analytical, and project management skills.
- PSM certifications, auditing experience, and formal project management training are preferred.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
- Day-one benefits and annual bonus plan.
- 401(k) with a 6% company match.
- 11 paid company holidays.
- Healthcare coverage, paid vacation, and sick leave.
- Wellness reimbursement, parental leave, disability coverage, and employee assistance program.
- Potential short- and long-term incentive compensation.
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