Engineer, Power Distribution Electrical

Nutrien is a leading provider of crop inputs and services, and our business results make a positive impact on the world. Our purpose, Feeding the Future, is the reason we come to work each day. We’re guided by our culture of care and our core values: safety, inclusion, integrity, and results. When we say we care, we mean it. We’re creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels safe, has a sense of belonging, trusts one another, and acts with integrity.   

Through the collective expertise of our nearly 26,000 employees, we operate a world-class network of production, distribution, and ag retail facilities. We efficiently serve growers' needs and strive to provide a more profitable, sustainable, and secure future for all stakeholders.  Help us raise the expectation of what an agriculture company can be and grow your career with Nutrien.  

What you will do:

• Manage work programs, annual work plans, and a budget necessary to maintain and build the electric power system based off system analysis and in accordance with all applicable codes
• Perform analysis such as power flow, voltage drop modeling, available fault current calculations, load balancing, protective device coordination, and sectionalizing analysis necessary to ensure safe and reliable operation of the cooperatives power system
• Responsible for oversight of Nutrien employees and contractors working on the power system to ensure compliance with Rural Utility Service bulletins, the National Electric Safety Code, and company policies
• Manage the power distribution team to maintain the distribution systems including transformers, substation, breakers, protective relaying thermal imaging and all other processes needed to ensure stable power distribution system
• Work with Nutrien site staffing on Transmission/Distribution during Emergency Operations, during adverse weather events to track delivery point outages as well as coordinate restoration efforts
• Manages capital projects with responsibilities including detail design or supervision of contract engineering services, cost control and reporting construction management including plans, organizes, and contractor resources, schedules and management status reports, prepare purchase requisitions and bid analysis, and manages startup and training
• Performs field quality inspections of project construction and plant equipment which requires the ability to climb ladders, stairs, or inclines; walk on irregular surfaces; and lift moderately heavy parts and equipment

What you will bring:

• B.S. Degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited college or university is required
• This position requires a in depth understanding of electrical power distribution systems and engineering principles. A minimum of five years in the power distribution engineering and design and/or power distribution maintenance engineer
• Must be knowledgeable of plant safety and environmental policies and procedures and regulatory compliance criteria
• Ability to obtain registration as a Professional Engineer in North Carolina is desired
• The ability to utilize personal computers and other computer aids is essential
• Must become familiar with quality improvement, "teaming", empowerment, and statistical techniques and skills
• Seminars, meetings, and continuing education in the field of expertise are required to maintain an up-to-date working knowledge
• A detailed knowledge of project engineering and a general knowledge of fertilizer processes is preferred

Ready to make an impact with us? Apply today!   

The estimated salary that Indeed, Glassdoor and LinkedIn lists 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.  

Our Recruitment Process: Application > Resume Review > Pre-screen/Interview > Offer > Pre-Employment Conditions > Welcome to Nutrien  

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