Process Safety Engineer I — Lead PSM & Safety Projects

Sun Chemical; Northlake (IL); Hybrid; USD 98,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

401(k) + match

Life insurance

Paid holidays

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Sun Chemical Corporation, a leader in packaging and graphic solutions, is seeking a Process Safety Engineer II for North America. Join our Group Engineering team to drive process safety, risk reduction, and operational excellence across North American sites.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Chemical Engineering, 5+ years in process or project engineering, and strong PSM experience. You will lead PHAs, MSAs, capital projects, and regulatory compliance while collaborating with Operations, EHS,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or related discipline.
• 5+ years of experience in process or project engineering within the chemical industry.
• Strong Process Safety Management (PSM) experience.
• Knowledge of NFPA, API RP 520/521, AutoCAD, P&IDs, and project management tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead PSM activities, including PHAs, risk assessments, PSSRs, and hazard reviews.
• Identify and implement safety, reliability, and process improvement solutions.
• Manage safety-related capital projects from concept through startup.
• Conduct HAZOPs, support Management of Change (MOC), and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with Operations, EHS, Maintenance, Procurement, and external partners.
• Support audits, investigations, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

PSM experience

Excellent communication

Collaboration skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or related

Tools

AutoCAD

P&IDs

NFPA

API RP 520/521

Project management tools

Job description

Sun Chemical Corporation, a leader in packaging and graphic solutions, is seeking a Process Safety Engineer II for North America. Join our Group Engineering team to drive process safety, risk reduction, and operational excellence across North American sites.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Chemical Engineering, 5+ years in process or project engineering, and strong PSM experience. You will lead PHAs, MSAs, capital projects, and regulatory compliance while collaborating with Operations, EHS,