Co-op, Chemical Engineer

Nutrien; Dalemead; On-site; CAD 27,552,000 - 41,328,000; Full time

Job summary

Nutrien is seeking a Chemical Engineering co-op student to support process design, documentation, and change-management activities at the Carseland Nitrogen Operations site near Calgary, Alberta. You will assist with hazard analyses, capital project support, data collection, and engineering calculations under the guidance of a licensed PE.

Some field time and site walk-throughs are expected. The role emphasizes rigorous safety, technical problem-solving, and collaboration with senior engineers

Qualifications

• P&ID use and interpretation
• Piping flow and hydraulic calculations
• Pressure relief valve codes and standards
• Control valve design basics and instrumentation loop basics

Responsibilities

• Assist with process design and documentation during change management
• Support hazard analysis and recommended improvements
• Assist senior specialists in evaluations of catalysts, heat exchangers and compressors
• Provide support to capital projects from design through commissioning
• Conduct basic engineering studies, calculations, and process simulations
• Support automated process monitoring systems and data collection
• Work under licensed professional engineer supervision
• Prepare basic technical reports and transactions using chemical/process engineering knowledge
• Some field time in plant areas including stairs, ladders, and access routes

Skills

P&ID knowledge

Piping hydraulics

Pressure relief standards

Control valve basics

Education

Chemical engineering co-op student

Job description

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. The successful candidate for this role will demonstrate the ability to climb stairs and ladders, as well as sit for extended periods while completing various tasks. Many responsibilities of this role will require flexibility and adaptability in work environments. Additionally, the position demands innovative and well-considered solutions to chemical or process engineering challenges as assigned, leveraging strong analytical and creative problem‑solving skills. Carseland Nitrogen Operations is located approximately 30 minutes outside of Calgary, Alberta.

What You'll Do

• Support the management of change process by assisting with process design and documentation
• Provide process engineering support to complete recommendations from process hazard analysis
• Assist senior specialists in detailed technical evaluations such as catalyst, heat exchanger, and compressor performance
• Provide process engineering support to capital project development and design
• Complete level appropriate engineering studies, calculations, or modeling and simulation of chemical processes
• Provide technical support to automated process monitoring applications
• Collect data and develop an electronic process information database
• Work under the direction of a licensed professional engineer who will take responsibility for the work products
• Complete basic technical reports, analysis, and transactions by applying subject matter knowledge related to a Chemical or Process engineering typical of a professional engineer
• Some field time in an operating unit, and at times will require some climbing of stairs, ladders and walking through plant operating areas

What You'll Bring

• Engineering co‑op student pursuing a degree in chemical engineering, preference is for work terms 4 and 5
• Knowledge in P&ID use and interpretation, piping flow and hydraulic calculations, pressure relief valve codes and standards, control valve design and simple instrumentation and control loop basics is an asset
• Experience working with API Pressure Relief standards is an asset
• Knowledge of pipe sizing and experience with piping design is an asset

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