Co-op Student, Mine 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 Mining/MIne Planning/Mine Services 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

• Application deadline: 2 months prior to starting date. Applicants who express interest sooner will have the best chance of being matched with a position.

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

What you will do:

•  Mine Planning Department: 
  • Become familiar with aerial photos, mine plans, geologic maps and cross sections, groundwater trend charts and utility construction schedules
  • Become familiar with GPS surveying equipment and computer applications
  • Become familiar with Autodesk Map 2004 and the generation of 2D drawings
  • Assist in conducting production advance field surveys for Prestripping, Mining and Mine Services activities along with the associated survey calculations and mapping
  • Become familiar with groundwater measurement instruments and sampling protocol
  • Assist in conducting surface and groundwater field sampling projects
  • Assist in the scanning of documents and drawings for proper archiving
  • Assist the Mine Planning Superintendent, Mine Planning Engineer and Senior Surveyor on safety and environmental audits and inspections
• Mining Department: 
  • Perform time and motion studies of equipment operation
  • Perform time and motion studies of repetitive equipment moves
  • Study and recommend improvements to pipe tracking system
  • Assist in analysis of ore pumping system options
  • Assist in economic analysis of production and maintenance activities
  • Update and recommend improvements to production reports.
• Mill Department: 
  • Work with Flotation Technician to develop additional concentrator testing to improve recovery
  • Work with Flotation Technician and vendor to reduce reagent consumption and reduce unit cost
  • Develop matrix and trend chart to show relationship between coal sulfur content and AES
  • Research and develop Calcining energy efficiency program to reduce BTU per ton of calcined rock

What you will bring:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelors’ degree in Mine 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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