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: We put safety first. We act with integrity. We are stronger together. We deliver with excellence.
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.
We are seeking a motivated Process Engineering Co-op student to join our Joffre Nitrogen Operations team for a 12- or 16-month work term beginning May 2026. This temporary, full-time role is open to students who will be returning to school after the co-op term.
This position is site-based at Joffre, AB, approximately 30 minutes east of Red Deer, and is not eligible for remote work.
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Collaborate with operations, maintenance, and technical services teams to support safe and efficient plant operations.
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Participate in process troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and engineering analysis for operational issues.
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Assist in developing and updating operating procedures, technical documentation, and engineering reports.
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Conduct field walkdowns to better understand process systems, operating conditions, and equipment performance.
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Support Process Safety Management (PSM) activities, including tracking and closing action items from Process Hazard Analyses (PHAs) and PSM audits.
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Assist with Management of Change (MOC) documentation and action items closure.
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Support review and maintenance of Process Safety Information (PSI) and participate in risk assessments and hazard reviews.
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Assist with pressure relief valve (PSV) contingency planning, including documentation and risk evaluations for out-of-service relief devices.
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Track and manage asset integrity and reliability action items related to inspections, equipment performance, and maintenance programs.
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Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, reliability, and operational efficiency.
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Currently enrolled and completed at least 2 years of an undergraduate degree in Chemical Engineering (or equivalent) required.
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Experience with reading and analyzing piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&ID’s) required.
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
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Experience with process simulation software, such as Aspen HYSYS is a plus.
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Proficiency in Microsoft 365 and basic data analytics platforms.
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Ability to work safely in an industrial plant environment.
Preferred Skills:
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Developing understanding of chemical engineering, principles (thermodynamics, reaction kinetics, heat transfer, compression, refrigeration, and fluid dynamics).
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Exposure to Process Safety Management concepts and risk assessment methodologies.
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Familiarity with engineering documentation, data analysis, or process simulation tools.
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Familiarity with asset integrity, reliability engineering, and process safety.
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. Applicants must meet minimum age requirements, as permitted by law.
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