Senior Process Safety Engineer: PSM & Risk Mgmt

Westlake; Plaquemine (LA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Westlake seeks an experienced professional to coordinate and lead the company's Process Safety Management (PSM) and Risk Management programs at the Plaquemine site. You will develop corporate PSM programs and support management across locations to align with strategic plans.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree (engineering preferred), CSP is a plus, and a minimum of 8 years in chemical manufacturing with PSM experience. Strong leadership, facilitation and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; degree in Engineering preferred.
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) designation is preferred.
• Minimum of 8 years site or division level experience in chemicals manufacturing; PSM experience preferred.
• Strong facilitation, interpersonal and computer skills, with a good working knowledge of related databases and applications, and excellent verbal and written communication abilities
• Capable of managing multiple projects

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the company process safety management and risk management programs and development of corporate level PSM programs.
• Assist management teams in PSM efforts in alignment with Westlake’s Vision, Mission, and Plans.
• Monitor and revise the site’s PSM and Risk Management Programs to meet or exceed applicable requirements.
• Manage PSM, RMP and insurance audit programs for the Plaquemine facility.
• Develop and provide training for compliance and improvement in PSM.
• Provide technical guidance on regulatory compliance and address stakeholder needs.
• Travel may be required occasionally.

Skills

Project management

Facilitation

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Safety auditing

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Engineering degree preferred

Certified Safety Professional (CSP) preferred

Job description

Westlake seeks an experienced professional to coordinate and lead the company's Process Safety Management (PSM) and Risk Management programs at the Plaquemine site. You will develop corporate PSM programs and support management across locations to align with strategic plans.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree (engineering preferred), CSP is a plus, and a minimum of 8 years in chemical manufacturing with PSM experience. Strong leadership, facilitation and communication skills are essential.