Process Safety Management (PSM) Engineer

About the role

The Process Safety Management (PSM) Engineer supports, facilitates and advances the PSM program at the Orbia St. Gabriel site, applying current PSM best practices across technical, operational and engineering disciplines. As a key member of the SSHE team, the engineer coordinates and drives PSM activities for site operations, works with internal and external stakeholders on improvement initiatives and promotes a strong process safety culture.

Key responsibilities

• Support the development, implementation and continuous improvement of the St. Gabriel PSM program, in line with Orbia standards, regulations and corporate objectives.
• Develop, maintain and enhance PSM procedures, processes and management systems, and monitor site performance.
• Lead and take part in process hazard analyses and risk studies, including HAZOPs, LOPAs, SIL assessments and other evaluations.
• Lead or take part in incident investigations, identify root causes, share lessons learned and implement corrective actions.
• Identify and run initiatives that reduce process safety risks and improve system reliability.
• Provide technical guidance, training and coaching to operations, maintenance, engineering and reliability teams.
• Take part in audits, monitor PSM performance metrics, report on progress and risks, and engage with site leadership, corporate teams and external stakeholders.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering or a related technical discipline; formal PSM qualification preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in chemical manufacturing and 5+ years with PSM systems and programs.
• Experience independently managing projects with budgets over $50,000 and working in multidisciplinary teams.
• Project management certification or training is advantageous; auditor experience is advantageous.
• Ability to stand for long periods, climb stairs and walk extensively; must be able to read documents and screens and hear spoken information clearly.

Required skills

• Strong knowledge of chemical process engineering, plant operations and process safety principles.
• Thorough understanding of PSM systems and best practices for high-hazard operations.
• Experience with HAZOPs, PHAs, LOPAs, SIL assessments, QRAs and KPI reporting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Excellent communication, influencing and analytical skills.

What we offer

• Compensation typically in the $140,000-$154,000 range, with possible short- and long-term incentives.
• Annual bonus plans, 11 paid company holidays and 401(k) with a 6% company match.
• Wellness reimbursement and a comprehensive benefits package including healthcare, paid vacation, sick time, parental leave and disability leave.