Co-op, Mill Operations Engineering

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.  

Discover more about potash at Nutrien! An exciting co-op opportunity awaits a motivated student at our Cory beginning May 2025 for a 16-month term. This is a temporary, full-time, hourly-paid position 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.

Why you should apply:

• This is a unique opportunity to leverage your full toolkit of engineering principles and skills to solve real world problems in a highly complex mill operating environment
• Learn from engineers, technicians, and tradespeople to expand your technical knowledge as well as your understanding of what it takes to make an operating facility function effectively and safely
• Work independently and on multi-disciplined teams solving all manner of operational issues while still having the opportunity to participate in the development and implementation of large scale engineering projects
• You will be able to directly experience the full cycle of engineering:
  • identifying a need, evaluating solutions, performing detailed design, participating in fabrication and installation, and supporting commissioning and start-up
• At the end of your work term you will have developed an enviable understanding and appreciation of Operations Management at a large scale facility, providing you a unique perspective and leg up in your future career
• This role will develop your credibility as an engineer like no other

What you will do:

• Lead, coordinate, and participate in troubleshooting and engineering solutions to solve challenging mill issues
• Work with Operations personnel to assist in the day-to-day coordination activities required to ensure Mill Operations are supported and on track with key metrics
• Develop and maintain process monitoring systems and track and generate performance reports
• Support communication between functional departments (Operations – Maintenance – Engineering)
• Take a lead role in coordinating projects, shutdown activities, safety management activities, training development, and documentation improvements

What you will bring:

• Currently enrolled and has completed at least 3 years of Engineering or equivalent degree, or has completed 2 years of a technology program at an accredited post-secondary institution
• Proficiency in quickly learning and working within multiple digital platforms.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience in data analytics preferred
• Capacity for in-depth engagement with people and workgroups

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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