Process Safety Engineer

DSJ Global; Florida; On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

DSJ Global is seeking a Process Safety Engineer in Florida to lead PSM and RMP initiatives at a chemical manufacturing facility. You will partner with operations, maintenance, engineering, environmental and EHS teams to strengthen process safety and reduce risk.

The role requires experience with PHA, HAZOP, LOPA, MOC/MI and PSI, plus strong communication and training skills. A bachelor’s in a related engineering field and professional certification are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in chemical or related engineering field.
• Experience with OSHA PSM and EPA RMP regulations.
• Experience leading PHAs, HAZOPs, LO-PA analyses and risk assessments.
• Knowledge of MOC, MI, PSI, and incident investigation programs.
• Strong communication and cross‑functional leadership skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and process safety software (PHA-Pro).

Responsibilities

• Lead PHAs, revalidations, and LO/PA analyses using HAZOP/What-If/Checklist methods.
• Support OSHA PSM and EPA RMP implementation and continuous improvement.
• Coordinate process safety activities across operations, maintenance, engineering and EHS.
• Evaluate hazards for new products, equipment, and process changes.
• Identify risk reduction opportunities and implement safeguards.
• Participate in incident investigations and corrective actions.
• Support process safety audits, regulatory assessments, and compliance reviews.
• Drive closure of process safety recommendations and provide training.

Skills

PHA/LOPA/HAZOP

OSHA PSM knowledge

Cross-functional leadership

PSI knowledge

MOC/MI procedures

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Professional engineering certification

Tools

PHA-Pro

LOPA tooling

Job description

A global manufacturing organization is seeking a Process Safety Engineer to lead and support Process Safety Management (PSM) and Risk Management Program (RMP) initiatives at a complex chemical manufacturing facility. This individual will serve as the site's process safety subject matter expert, partnering closely with operations, maintenance, engineering, environmental, and EHS teams to strengthen process safety performance, reduce risk, and support regulatory compliance.

The Process Safety Engineer will be responsible for…

• Leading and facilitating Process Hazard Analyses (PHA), revalidations, and Layer of Protection Analyses (LOPA) utilizing methodologies such as HAZOP, What-If, and Checklist reviews.
• Supporting the implementation and continuous improvement of OSHA Process Safety Management (PSM) and EPA Risk Management Program (RMP) elements.
• Coordinating process safety activities across operations, maintenance, engineering, environmental, and safety teams.
• Supporting Process Safety Information (PSI), Mechanical Integrity (MI), Management of Change (MOC), operating procedures, training, and emergency response programs.
• Evaluating process and chemical hazards associated with new products, equipment, technologies, and process modifications.
• Identifying and implementing risk reduction opportunities through engineering controls, procedural improvements, and safeguard enhancements.
• Participating in process safety incident investigations and corrective action development to drive organizational learning and continuous improvement.
• Supporting process safety audits, regulatory assessments, and compliance reviews.
• Monitoring and driving closure of process safety recommendations and corrective actions.
• Providing guidance on recognized and generally accepted good engineering practices (RAGAGEP).
• Developing and delivering process safety training and awareness programs for plant personnel.
• Collaborating with corporate and third-party process safety experts to implement best practices and improve overall site risk management.

The Process Safety Engineer will have the following qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Safety, or a related technical discipline.
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment covered under OSHA Process Safety Management (PSM) and EPA Risk Management Program (RMP) regulations.
• Knowledge of OSHA PSM (29 CFR 1910.119) and EPA RMP (40 CFR Part 68) requirements.
• Experience leading or participating in PHAs, HAZOPs, LOPAs, and other process risk assessments.
• Knowledge of Management of Change (MOC), Mechanical Integrity (MI), Process Safety Information (PSI), and incident investigation programs.
• Strong understanding of hazard recognition, risk assessment, and risk mitigation principles.
• Experience supporting process safety audits, regulatory inspections, and compliance initiatives.
• Strong communication, facilitation, and cross-functional leadership skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and process safety software such as PHA-Pro or similar platforms.
• Professional engineering certification or advanced process safety training is a plus.