Process Safety Management; PSM Engineering Specialist

Process Safety Management (PSM) Engineering Specialist

Location:

Knoxville, TN;
Memphis, TN;
Charleston, SC; or Jackson, MS.

Do you like working with different project teams in a fast‑paced environment? Are you interested in joining an organization focused on making a positive impact? If so, we’d like to talk with you about growing with us.

We are currently seeking a full‑time Process Safety Management (PSM) Engineering Specialist for one of the following offices:
Knoxville, TN;
Memphis, TN;
Charleston, SC; or Jackson, MS.

This is an excellent opportunity to join and grow EnSafe, getting involved in a variety of projects for a diverse range of clients across the globe.

A Process Safety Management Engineering Specialist who is comfortable working directly with our clients to address their health & safety concerns. Practical experience with OSHA’s PSM standard is preferred but not required.

We work across various industries, including aerospace, chemical processing, pulp & paper, manufacturing, oil & gas, and automotive. We capitalize on your technical strengths to help lead our PSM service line, performing work related to the fourteen elements of PSM. You may also be involved with other traditional safety work, such as machine safeguarding, control of hazardous energy, confined space assessments, and other activities.

Our safety professionals travel to multiple client sites primarily across the southeastern U.S., but we provide services nationwide. You will grow into managing projects and expect to develop business with current and new clients.

• Assist with developing, implementing, and monitoring process safety management (PSM) programs in compliance with OSHA regulations.
• Help facilitate process hazard analysis (PHAs) using the hazard and operability studies (HAZOP) and/or other methodologies. Experience with PHAPro is a plus.
• Conduct PSM compliance audits. General knowledge of the fourteen elements of PSM is preferred.
• Compile processes for safety information.
• Develop mechanical integrity programs.
• Create standard operating procedures.
• Assist with providing PSM training.
• Develop Management of Change (MOC) procedures.
• Assist in performing combustible dust hazard assessments.
• Assist in providing technical support to customer operations and engineering teams.
• Assist in incident investigations to determine root causes and recommend corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Help manage safety audits and inspections, prepare detailed reports, and communicate findings to site leadership.

Minimum Skills and Requirements:

• A bachelor’s degree in chemical or mechanical engineering (EIT certification is preferred but not required).
• 1–5 years of experience performing PSM‑related work is preferred.
• Entry‑level knowledge of OSHA and EPA regulations, industry standards, and best practices.
• Critical thinking skills.
• Communication skills, written and verbal, are critical to success.
• Ability to travel overnight. Up to 75% travel may be required.

• Employee‑Owned Advantage – EnSafe is 100% employee‑owned, with an ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) since 1997.
• Commitment to Growth and Wellness – The company supports personalized career development, mentorship, and employee wellness initiatives such as health‑tracking tools.
• Purpose‑Driven Work – EnSafe’s mission focuses on impactful environmental, health, and safety consulting – making a real difference in communities.
• Safety as a Value, Not Just a Service – Safety is deeply embedded in our culture, prioritizing employee well‑being in addition to helping clients maintain compliance.
• A Culture of Freedom & Ownership – At EnSafe, our career philosophy is built on freedom, the freedom to take initiative, achieve your goals, and shape your own career path.
• Challenging, Creative Work – Workdays at EnSafe are anything but ordinary, fast‑paced, dynamic, and filled with opportunities to tackle projects in environmental consulting, health & safety, engineering, and technology.

EnSafe began as a two‑person firm in 1980, navigating complex regulatory compliance issues on behalf of our clients. We nurture our people with growth and development opportunities. We build enduring, trustful relationships with each of our clients, with a focus on high ethical and safety standards. We build this reputation by attracting high‑quality people and retaining them for the long term.

EnSafe is committed to being an EEO employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law, or association with a person on the basis on one or more of the foregoing.