# Chemical PSM Leader

> Cooperidge Consulting Firm · Greenville, United States · Full-time · Posted 2026-01-29

**Salary:** USD 115,000–150,000

**Workplace:** on_site

**Department:** Skilled Trade & Engineering Professionals

## Description

Cooperidge Consulting Firm is seeking a **Chemical PSM Leader (Process Safety Management Engineer)** for a global chemical industry leader in the Eastern North Carolina region.

This is a high-impact technical role responsible for the end-to-end implementation of the plant-wide PSM program. You will serve as the site’s primary authority on regulatory compliance, managing everything from strategic safety goals and **Management of Change (MOC)** to complex incident investigations and audits. We are looking for a seasoned engineer who can bridge the gap between production, maintenance, and EHS to foster a world-class safety culture in a high-complexity chemical manufacturing environment.  
  
Job Responsibilities

-   **Program Strategy:** Establish and execute long-term strategies and performance goals for the continuous improvement of the site PSM program.
-   **Technical Compliance:** Assist cross-functional teams in reviewing process modifications, new construction, and operational changes to ensure 100% PSM compliance.
-   **Risk Facilitation:** Support site PHA facilitators by providing advanced training in **HAZOP, SIL, SRS, and SIS** to ensure all process hazards are identified and mitigated.
-   **Management of Change (MOC):** Oversee the MOC process, maintaining meticulous recordkeeping for all process changes, incident investigations, and corrective actions.
-   **Hazard Mitigation:** Facilitate the resolution of PSM corrective actions resulting from incident investigations and audits to eliminate process and physical hazards.
-   **Regulatory Liaison:** Serve as the primary point of contact for regulatory agencies during site inspections and compliance activities; stay current on pending OSHA/EPA enforcement practices.
-   **Budgetary Oversight:** Develop and manage PSM program costs and resource allocation within the Health & Safety Department budget.
-   **Auditing:** Conduct rigorous PSM-focused audits to verify that policies and procedures are being followed consistently across all shifts.

## Requirements

### Education & Legal

-   **Bachelor’s degree in Engineering is REQUIRED.**
-   **U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Residency is REQUIRED** (No current or future sponsorship available).

### Core Experience

-   **Minimum of seven (7) or more years of experience** as a Process Engineer in a PSM-regulated industry.
-   **Standard Mastery:** Extensive, expert-level knowledge of **OSHA 29 CFR 1910.119** Process Safety Management standards.
-   **Industry Background:** Deep understanding of chemical manufacturing operations, including pressurized systems and reactive chemistry.

### Skills

-   Proven experience conducting detailed incident investigations and root-cause analysis (RCA).
-   Strong technical writing skills for maintaining regulatory documentation and reporting.
-   Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to influence safety behaviors across all levels of the organization.

## Benefits

-   Comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance plans
-   Life insurance coverage
-   401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions
-   Paid time off including vacation, sick leave, and holidays
-   Opportunities for career growth and advancement

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