# Chemical PSM Engineer

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

**Salary:** USD 120,000–160,000

**Workplace:** on_site

**Department:** Skilled Trade & Engineering Professionals

## Description

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

## Apply

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