Nutrien · 2 days ago
Senior Engineer, PSM
Augusta, GA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
2+ years expNutrien is a leading provider of crop inputs and services, dedicated to making a positive impact on the world through their purpose of 'Feeding the Future'. The Senior Engineer, PSM will provide technical leadership and oversight for the site PSM program, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and driving improvements in process safety management.
AgricultureChemicalManufacturing
Responsibilities
Provide technical leadership, administrative oversight, and day-to-day management of the site PSM program
Serve as the subject matter expert for regulatory and corporate PSM requirements, ensuring alignment between site practices and expectations
Act as system administrator for MOC, Incident Reporting, Corrective Action Tracking, PHA databases, and PSM documentation repositories
Support updates to process safety information, equipment files, safe operating limits, and documentation tied to engineering changes
Identify gaps in PSM execution and drive corrective actions to closure, ensuring sustainable improvements
Develop and maintain training materials, job aids, and PSM communications to strengthen site PSM competency
Develop and report PSM performance metrics (leading/lagging) to local and corporate teams
Maintain accurate, complete, and audit-ready PSM records and documentation
Provide coaching and guidance to site personnel to improve PSM culture, program understanding, and compliance discipline
Support regulatory inspections, corporate audits, and community or professional engagements as a site representative
Facilitate or support Process Hazard Analyses and risk assessments, including maintaining the PHA schedule and tracking recommendations
Lead or support Management of Change (MOC) activities, including assigning reviewers, verifying requirements, and conducting Pre-Startup Safety Reviews
Provide leadership, support, and ownership in the area of Operational Risk Management (ORM) by working with Operations, Maintenance and Engineering personnel to assess and mitigate risks with operational issues
Review and classify process incidents, lead or support investigations, develop corrective actions, and ensure proper documentation
Support the development and maintenance of safety-critical device lists, inspection plans, and safe operating limit documentation
Maintain and improve the PSM SharePoint site and digital toolsets used to administer the PSM program
Conduct or support routine safety audits, field verifications, and compliance assessments
Perform technical evaluations and basic engineering calculations to support PSM decisions, equipment changes, and risk-reduction efforts
Provide training during onboarding, periodic refresher sessions and deliver targeted PSM instruction as site needs evolve
Support adherence to the 14 elements of our PSM program through guidance and leadership to the Management of Change (MOC), Pre-Start-up Safety Review (PSSR), and Process Safety Information (PSI) processes and systems
Coordinate with corporate PSM personnel on program updates, regulatory interpretations, and improvement initiatives
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Chemical preferred)
2+ years of experience in a PSM-covered chemical or manufacturing operations environment preferably in a nitrogen complex
Working knowledge of process equipment (piping, tanks, pressure vessels, relief systems)
Understanding of OSHA 1910.119 and foundational PSM work processes
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work in a manufacturing environment and influence across functions
High integrity, strong critical-thinking skills, and the ability to manage competing priorities
Comfortable operating with moderate adversity and maintaining composure under pressure
Strong organization, time management, and documentation skills
Experience facilitating PHAs, MOCs, and/or incident investigations
Experience with RAGAGEP and Mechanical Integrity programs
Company
Nutrien
Nutrien produces and distributes potash, nitrogen, and phosphate products.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$3.5BKey Investors
Saskatchewan Technology Fund
2025-10-31Grant
2025-03-11Post Ipo Debt· $1B
2024-06-17Post Ipo Debt· $1B
Leadership Team
Mark Thompson
EVP & CFO
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