Co-op Student, Process 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 nitrogen at Nutrien! This is an open posting for Process Engineering students interested in co-op positions at our Lima, Ohio facility.

• 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.
• 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
• Location: Lima, Ohio
• Terms (Dates can be adjusted based on college schedule):
  • Summer 2025- April 28to August 15
  • Fall 2025- August 18to December 12

What you will do:

• Assist the site with various duties, including:
  • Project work

  • Ensures all work is done in a safe manner consistent with company, local, state, federal and health, safety and environmental regulations and procedures.

  • Aids in providing engineering support for equipment optimization and degradation study efforts.

  • Contributes to computer models to predict effect on equipment.

  • Acquires the ability to provide technical support in the design, specification, selection, and operation of equipment.

  • Evaluates equipment performance, under the guidance of a more experienced engineer, by collecting and analyzing data and other information and makes recommendations to improve overall reliability and product quality.

  • Supports a wide variety of complex engineering assignments with appropriate direction, including investigation of problems or opportunities, preparation of design and specifications and performance measurement of projects via economic evaluations.

  • Aids in support to evaluate the production unit to discover equipment inefficiencies and potential design problems, safety hazards, and potential environmental risks and recommends courses of action.

  • Gains knowledge of day-to-day operations of production unit and keeps informed of operational abnormalities and upsets.Is involved in production unit problem resolution and repairs.

What you will bring:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelors' degree in Chemical, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering or equivalent related program with a graduation date of August 2026or 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 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

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.

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