Senior PSM Engineer — Process Safety Leader

Columbia River Nitrogen LLC; Deer Island (OR); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Columbia River Nitrogen LLC seeks a PSM Engineer to manage the PSM program across the site. You will mentor engineers, resolve and delegate PSM requirements, and drive corrective actions to ensure Zero Harm and regulatory compliance.

The role requires a strong background in Process Safety Management, PHAs, LO-LOPA studies, and experience interacting with EPA/OSHA. This is a site-based position in Oregon with leadership responsibilities across multiple plants.

Qualifications

• BS degree in engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, or Electrical).
• Minimum 10 years in chemical plant operations; at least 5 years in managing PSM.
• Competency in leading PHAs and third-party training programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor engineers to apply Process Safety Management across the site.
• Oversight of MOC, PHA, LOPA, CCMP/CCV processes and risk controls.
• Coordinate risk management entries, incident investigations, and CCMP updates.
• Perform site PSM self-audits and lead corporate process safety networks.
• Serve as Site contact for regulatory agencies (EPA, OSHA, DOT) on PSM/RMP activities.
• Drive corrective actions to closure and track PSM program improvements.

Skills

PSM knowledge

PHA/LOPA

MOC

Risk assessment

Regulatory liaison

Education

BS Degree in engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Columbia River Nitrogen LLC seeks a PSM Engineer to manage the PSM program across the site. You will mentor engineers, resolve and delegate PSM requirements, and drive corrective actions to ensure Zero Harm and regulatory compliance.

The role requires a strong background in Process Safety Management, PHAs, LO-LOPA studies, and experience interacting with EPA/OSHA. This is a site-based position in Oregon with leadership responsibilities across multiple plants.