Engineering Process Safety Documentation Intern

South Jersey Industries; Folsom (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

South Jersey Industries seeks an Engineering Process Safety Documentation Intern to support PSI, engineering records, and project deliverables in a fast-paced environment.

You will work with cross-functional teams to organize documents, maintain PSI files, and help implement document management workflows using SharePoint and other systems. This internship provides exposure to process safety management and project execution.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Process Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Safety Engineering, Information Management, Construction Management, or a related technical discipline.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a collaborative team environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Interest in engineering systems, industrial processes, process safety, and technical documentation
• Ability to work independently while maintaining accuracy and consistency

Responsibilities

• Organize and track engineering and process safety documentation.
• Maintain PSI files, including PFDs & P&IDs, equipment data sheets, procedures, and calculations.
• Ensure documents are reviewed, approved, issued, and archived per procedures.
• Maintain document registers, metadata, revision histories, and transmittal records.
• Support document control across engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, startup.
• Assist with vendor documentation and manuals.
• Participate in audits to identify missing or outdated docs.
• Help develop workflows, templates, and standards.
• Support information management systems and SharePoint.
• Develop reports and metrics on engineering deliverables and PSI status.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Independent work

Multitasking

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree candidate in Chemical/Mechanical/Process/Industrial/Safety Information/Construction

Tools

SharePoint

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Procore

PFDs & P&IDs familiarity

Job description

About Us

South Jersey Industries (SJI) is an energy holding company that delivers clean energy services to 700,000+ customers and businesses throughout 14 counties in New Jersey. As part of our core values, SJI is dedicated to being a community partner and developing innovative clean energy solutions to meet the needs of the future. To do this, we depend on our workforce of over 1,100+ talented, diverse employees who help us deliver safe, reliable, affordable clean energy for a better today and tomorrow. At SJI, we believe that our employees are our most valuable asset. Whether you’re a seasoned operations technician or an early-career legal professional, our culture, inclusive workforce, and leadership development and training programs will provide you with the tools you need to either kickstart your career or bring it to new heights.

Position Summary

The Engineering Process Safety Documentation Intern will support the engineering, project delivery, and information management teams in maintaining and organizing critical process safety and engineering documentation for industrial process facilities. The intern will assist with the development, management, tracking, and continuous improvement of Process Safety Information (PSI), engineering records, design documentation, and project deliverables. This position provides exposure to engineering design, process safety management, document control, quality systems, and project execution in a fast-paced engineering and construction environment. The successful candidate will gain practical experience working with multidisciplinary engineering teams while learning industry standards, engineering workflows, and information management practices that support safe and reliable facility operations.

Essential Functions

• Assist with the organization, tracking, storage, and retrieval of engineering and process safety documentation.
• Support the maintenance of Process Safety Information (PSI) files, including process flow diagrams (PFDs), piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs), equipment data sheets, operating procedures, and engineering calculations.
• Help ensure engineering documents are properly reviewed, approved, issued, and archived in accordance with company procedures.
• Maintain document registers, metadata, numbering systems, revision histories, and transmittal records.
• Assist with document control activities for engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and startup projects.
• Support the collection and verification of vendor documentation, equipment manuals, material certifications, and technical submittals.
• Participate in audits of engineering files to identify missing, outdated, or inconsistent documentation.
• Assist in developing and improving document management workflows, templates, and standards.
• Support engineering teams by compiling technical information for Process Hazard Analyses (PHA), Management of Change (MOC) activities, and other process safety initiatives.
• Coordinate information between internal engineering teams, contractors, consultants, and vendors.
• Support implementation and maintenance of project information management systems, SharePoint sites, and document repositories.
• Develop reports, tracking tools, and metrics related to engineering deliverables and process safety documentation status.
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts focused on information accuracy, accessibility, and compliance.

Required Skills

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a collaborative team environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Interest in engineering systems, industrial processes, process safety, and technical documentation.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining accuracy and consistency.

Preferred Skills

• Familiarity with engineering drawings and technical documents such as PFDs, P&IDs, equipment specifications, and vendor submittals.
• Exposure to document management systems, SharePoint, Autodesk Construction Cloud, Procore, or similar platforms.
• Basic understanding of Process Safety Management (PSM), Process Hazard Analysis (PHA), or Management of Change (MOC) concepts.
• Knowledge of engineering numbering systems and revision control practices.
• Experience with data organization, workflow management, or information systems.
• Familiarity with industrial, chemical, renewable energy, oil & gas, manufacturing, or process plant environments.

Qualifications Required Background

Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Process Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Safety Engineering, Information Management, Construction Management, or a related technical discipline.

Explore the Possibilities

South Jersey Industries employs a diverse range of talent – from construction contractors to environmental specialists. Regardless of the position, mentoring and networking, hands‑on experience, gaining industry knowledge and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on our business and in our communities are all exciting ways that we welcome our employees at SJI. And as a company committed to creating an engaging culture built on inclusion and diversity, you’re sure to find an opportunity that makes you feel included, empowered, and ready to “bring your whole self to work” every day.

Benefits Package Overview

SJI offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The SJI “Total Rewards” Benefits Package include: Flexible vacation, Paid Time Off, and Sick Leave package Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Short-term and Long-term Disability Insurance 401(k), with generous company match Employee Resource Groups to encourage employee engagement, nurture professional development, and foster an inclusive environment.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

At this time, SJI is only considering applicants authorized to work in the United States currently and in the future without the need for visa sponsorship.

Compensation Range

$18 - 28

We are committed to pay transparency and ensuring equitability compensation for all employees. The pay range for this position reflects the base salary only and does not include benefits, bonuses, or other forms of compensation that might be part of the total compensation package. The specific salary offered will be based on a candidate’s qualifications, education, and experience.

SJI, an energy infrastructure holding company based in Folsom, NJ, delivers energy services to customers through two primary subsidiaries: SJI Utilities (SJIU) and SJI Energy Enterprises (SJIEE). SJIU houses the company’s regulated natural gas utility operations, delivering safe, reliable and affordable natural gas to more than 700,000 residential, commercial and industrial customers across New Jersey via its South Jersey Gas and Elizabethtown Gas subsidiaries. SJIEE houses the company’s non-utility operations primarily focused on clean energy development and decarbonization via renewable energy production and energy management activities. Visit sjindustries.com for more information about SJI and its subsidiaries.