Senior PSM Engineer

Micron Technology; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 89,000 - 181,000; Full time

Job summary

Micron Technology, Inc. in Boise, ID is seeking a Sr. Process Safety Engineer to strengthen safety protocols across semiconductor manufacturing.

You will lead risk-based PSM elements, conduct PHA and MOC activities, and drive risk mitigation in a fast-paced setting. Join a collaborative team, prepare SRDs and hazard analyses, maintain safety docs, track metrics, and promote continuous improvement. A chemical engineering degree with 5+ years in high-tech manufacturing and strong communication are

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in chemical engineering, Chemistry, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of experience in semiconductor, high-tech manufacturing environments, or chemical processing operations.
• Proficiency in interpreting P&IDs, schematics, and technical documentation for design reviews and hazard analysis.
• Familiarity with RBPS, OSHA 1910.119, and EPA 40 CFR Part 68.
• Strong communication and analytical skills with the ability to lead multi-functional safety initiatives and risk assessments.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support core Risk-based PSM elements including Process Hazard Analysis (PHA), Management of Change (MOC), and Incident Investigation.
• Conduct detailed design reviews for new fabrication tools, systems, and chemical processes to ensure safety compliance and reliable performance.
• Evaluate changes to equipment, procedures, or processes for safety impacts and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Facilitate hazard identification and risk analysis using methodologies such as HAZOP, FMEA, and What-If analysis.
• Support technology transfers by preparing Safety Release Documents (SRDs), flammability studies, and hazard analyses.
• Track and report critical metrics to assess PSM program performance and drive closure of findings from reviews and investigations.
• Maintain process safety documentation including vendor bulletins, install packages, and compliance records.
• Promote a culture of safety through proactive engagement, training, and participation in audits and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

RBPS familiarity

Hazard analysis

Strong communication

Analytical skills

Leadership

Education

Chemical engineering degree

Master’s in related field

Job description

Our vision is to transform how the world uses information to enrich life for all.

Micron Technology is a world leader in innovating memory and storage solutions that accelerate the transformation of information into intelligence, inspiring the world to learn, communicate and advance faster than ever.

Our Process Safety Management (PSM) group plays a crucial role in upholding the utmost safety and operational excellence in our semiconductor manufacturing procedures.

As a Sr. Process Safety Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in our mission to ensure strong safety protocols and robust risk mitigation strategies. This role offers an outstanding opportunity to work with world-class teams, encouraging collaboration and driving safety practices across our Boise, ID facility.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support core Risk-based PSM elements including Process Hazard Analysis (PHA), Management of Change (MOC), and Incident Investigation.
• Conduct detailed design reviews for new fabrication tools, systems, and chemical processes to ensure safety compliance and reliable performance.
• Evaluate changes to equipment, procedures, or processes for safety impacts and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Facilitate hazard identification and risk analysis using methodologies such as HAZOP, FMEA, and What-If analysis.
• Support technology transfers by preparing Safety Release Documents (SRDs), flammability studies, and hazard analyses.
• Track and report critical metrics to assess PSM program performance and drive closure of findings from reviews and investigations.
• Maintain process safety documentation including vendor bulletins, install packages, and compliance records.
• Promote a culture of safety through proactive engagement, training, and participation in audits and continuous improvement initiatives.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in chemical engineering, Chemistry, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of experience in semiconductor, high-tech manufacturing environments, or chemical processing operations.
• Proficiency in interpreting P&IDs, schematics, and technical documentation for design reviews and hazard analysis.
• Familiarity with RBPS, OSHA 1910.119, and EPA 40 CFR Part 68.
• Strong communication and analytical skills with the ability to lead multi-functional safety initiatives and risk assessments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated commitment to employee health and safety with integrity-driven decision-making.
• Familiarity with chemical hazards in semiconductor manufacturing and mitigation strategies.
• Hands-on experience with PSM methodologies including PHA, MOC, and incident investigation.
• Certification in Process Safety or related fields (e.g., CSP, CIH, ASP) is a plus.
• Experience managing safety documentation systems and driving continuous improvement through audits and metrics.
• Experience and/or interest in developing Agentic AI workflows into current or future processes.

The role also uses approved artificial intelligence and digital tools to strengthen safety analytics, identify emerging risks, automate routine reporting and action-tracking workflows, and improve decision-making while maintaining data protection, human oversight, accuracy, and compliance with company policies.

Job Profile(s): Safety Engineer 3 - Safety Engineer 4

Relocation Level: TBD

The US base salary range that Micron Technology estimates it could pay for this full-time position is: $89,000.00 - $181,000.00 a year

Additional compensation may include benefits, bonuses and equity. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target base pay for new-hire salaries of the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional job-related factors, including knowledge, skills, experience, tenure and relevant education or training. The pay scale is subject to change depending on business needs. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits.

As a world leader in the semiconductor industry, Micron is dedicated to your personal wellbeing and professional growth. Micron benefits are designed to help you stay well, provide peace of mind and help you prepare for the future. We offer a choice of medical, dental and vision plans in all locations enabling team members to select the plans that best meet their family healthcare needs and budget. Micron also provides benefit programs that help protect your income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury, and paid family leave. Additionally, Micron benefits include a robust paid time-off program and paid holidays. For additional information regarding the Benefit programs available, please see the Benefits Guide posted on Benefits | Micron Technology, Inc.

Micron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.