Engineer, Project

Pay Band: K 

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 over 26,000 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 position reports to the Manager, Capital Projects Engineering.

This position is located in Aurora, North Carolina, U.S.A. and is not available for remote work.  

What you will do:

• Develop, plan, organize, and direct engineering projects to meet company objectives for targets, new product development and improvement of existing infrastructure
• Work closely with multiple levels of management such as Corporate Capital group, Operations, Maintenance, and Technical Services teams to scope out prospective projects, agree on timings and service level agreements with clients, negotiate with third party contractors and manage the creation and delivery of detailed project plans
• Complete assigned engineering projects and tasks relating to the mining and processing of phosphate ore, production of sulfuric acid and phosphoric acid, manufacturer of ammonia phosphate fertilizers and other phosphate products
• Provide engineering support for satellite Phosphate Feed sites located in Illinois, Nevada, and Missouri
  • Potential required travel of 10%-25% annually
• Prepare engineering scope of work and cost estimates in response to engineering requests submitted by other departments
• Project management responsibilities associated with capital projects, including specifications, prepare requisitions, oversight on engineering firms, and bid analysis on project work activities
• Prepare status reports and regularly monitors budgets, contractors, and schedules. Allocates project resources appropriately; approves expenditures
• Prepare project status reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends; recommending actions
• Act as resident project engineer, direct contract engineering services, ensure project cost control and input in to Oracle EPM data base
• Maintain safe and clean work environment by enforcing procedures, rules, and regulations. Maintains project integrity and reputation through compliance with federal and state regulations
• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed
• Attend seminars, meetings, and continuing education in the field of expertise to maintain an up-to-date working knowledge

What you will bring:

• B.S. Degree in Engineering from an accredited college or university

• 5+ years of experience in chemical industry as project engineer or process engineer
• Thorough knowledge in engineering principles

• General knowledge of phosphate rock mining, ore processing and chemical processing, is desired

• Demonstrated ability with following skills: Design Skills, Project Management, Technical Understanding, Documentation Skills, Safety Management, Supervision, CAD, CAD/CAM Circuit Design, Oracle systems, P6 professional R15.2
• Ability to work at high elevations and in open spaces such as platforms and/or catwalks, ascend/descend stairs/ladders, and move up to 20lbs
• Ability to wear required, company-provided Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)--i.e., uniforms, steel-toed boots, safety glasses, emergency breathing apparatus 

Compensation & Benefits:

Salary Range: $110,000-$140,000 based on years of qualified experience.

Work Schedule: 9/80 (M-Th 9 hours, F off; M-Th 9 hours, F 8 hours)

We provide an attractive benefits package that includes comprehensive medical, dental, vision coverage, and life insurance and well as disability coverage for positions working more than 30 hours per week. In addition, we have a retirement program that encourages our employees to save for the longer term, with generous matching employer contributions.  Our benefit package also demonstrates our culture of care with paid vacation, sick days and holidays as well as paid personal and maternity/parental leaves and an Employee and Family Assistance Program.  Details of the benefits package will be shared in the application process. 

Eastern North Carolina is continually ranked among the best places to live and work in the United States-known for its expansive beaches, nationally ranked universities, mild climate (all four seasons), safe neighborhoods, affordable living, extensive outdoor activities, and a relaxed lifestyle.   
 

Aurora, NC is within ease of commuting to surrounding urban areas.  To the west is the Research Triangle Park which is surrounded by Raleigh, Durham and Chapel Hill. As a result, the east coast of NC offers residents a winning blend of down-home and uptown, of surf and sophistication that people love with extensive availability of outdoor activities (hunting/fishing/hiking/boating).

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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