Co-op Student, Mechanical Engineering

At Nutrien, our purpose is Feeding the Future and we do so with safety, inclusion, integrity and results as our core values. Nothing is more important than sending our people home safe, every day.

Nutrien is a leading provider of agricultural products, services, and solutions. With nearly 25,000 employees world-wide, we are the largest producer of potash (by capacity) and one of the world’s largest producers of nitrogen and phosphate. We also operate a leading agriculture retail network that services over 500,000 growers globally.

We harvest the best. Diverse views and experience make us strong. We look for people who have a safety-first mindset, who are collaborative team players, who deliver on their commitments, act with integrity, and who support inclusion.

Working at Nutrien will provide you an opportunity to help us raise the expectation of what an agriculture company can be and grow your career.

This is an open and continuous posting for Mechanical Engineering Co-op Student positions at our Aurora, North Carolina Phosphate facility.

• This role is open to current students who will be returning to their studies once this work term is complete. This position is not available for remote work.

• Work will be both indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions. Outside the office, standard work wear will consist of hard hats, safety boots, safety glasses and ear plugs, with other items as needed; these items will be provided

• Applicants who express interest sooner will have the best chance of being matched with a position.

• Terms:
  • Fall 2024 - June 3 to December 13
  • Spring 2025 - January 6 - July 25 
  • Fall 2025 - June 2 to December 19

What you will do:

• Preparation of engineering scope of work and cost estimates in response to engineering requests and administration submitted by other departments. The engineering report may include technical and economic evaluations; system and component specifications; engineering sketches and drawings; project schedules and cost estimates; and safety and environmental impacts and recommendations.
• Project administration responsibility associated with capital projects, including: specifications, prepare purchase requisitions, process hazard reviews, operational and maintainability reviews and bid analysis, act as resident project engineer, direct contract engineering services, cost controlling and reporting, project schedules and status reports.
• Assist the site with various duties, including:
  • Project work
  • Advancing process related projects
  • Troubleshoot process problems
  • Inspecting chemical processing equipment

What you will bring:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelors’ degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent related program with a graduation date of August 2025 or later.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills 

• Strong analytical skills 
• Must be legally authorized to work in the US without sponsorship
• Must be able to work at heights, outdoors, and around potentially hazardous chemicals
• Must be comfortable and physically capable of entering and working in a confined space
• Must be able to hear and understand audible alarms, changes in noise levels of rotating equipment and portable radio communications
• Must be familiar with Microsoft’s Office Suite

What to expect with the recruitment process: 

Express Interest --> Recruiter Review --> Matched to a Position --> Interview --> Offer --> Pre-employment Screening --> Hire  

Are you a good match? Apply today! 

The estimated salary that Indeed, Glassdoor and LinkedIn suggested does not represent Nutrien's compensation structure.  

Nutrien is an equal opportunity employer.  We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

This job will remain posted until filled. In accordance with Nutrien policies, you will be required to undergo a background check and may be required to undergo a substance test. While we appreciate all applications we receive, only candidates under consideration will be contacted.

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