Engineer, Instrument & Electrical

Nutrien Ag Solutions Limited; Kennewick (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Nutrien is seeking an Engineer, Instrument & Electrical at our Kennewick, WA site. This on-site role reports to the Superintendent, Engineering and requires a strong background in electrical and instrumentation engineering within large-scale process environments.

You will lead design studies, support maintenance and drive safety-critical control improvements across DCS/SCADA platforms, with emphasis on reliability and process safety. This position is full-time and not eligible for remote work.

Qualifications

• BSc. in Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Control Systems Engineering.
• 5+ years of Electrical & Instrumentation engineer experience in fertilizer or large-scale chemical plant.
• Strong understanding of process instrumentation and control loops.
• Experience applying ISA 84 / IEC 61511 functional safety standards and MOC/PSM activities.
• Familiar with PLC/DCS network architecture, Modbus/OPC communication, and control system cybersecurity best practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide electrical design, engineering and related technologies evaluation.
• Lead electrical conceptual studies and detailed engineering design.
• Support electrical maintenance and other engineering disciplines on troubleshooting.
• Develop test procedures, specifications and site standards.
• Lead electrical initiatives and collaborate with operations and maintenance.
• Define control narratives, I/O lists and interface specs for new installations.
• Assist FAT/SAT testing, commissioning and startup of control systems.
• Ensure automation changes comply with MOC and ISA 84 / IEC 61511.
• Support cybersecurity readiness for Industrial Controls Systems.

Skills

Electrical & Instrumentation eng

ISA 84 / IEC 61511

PLC/DCS networks

Control system cybersecurity

Analytical troubleshooting

Education

BSc in Chemical, Electrical or Control Systems Eng

Tools

Modbus/OPC communication

DCS/PLC architectures

Job description

Job Title: Engineer, Instrument & Electrical

Requisition ID: 33159

Location: Kennewick, WA, USA, 99337

Workplace Type: On-Site

Experience Level: Associate

Job Type: Full Time

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.

Reporting to the Superintendent, Engineering, the Engineer, Instrumentation & Electrical will demonstrate excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and troubleshooting skills, along with the ability to effectively manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast‑paced production environment. Strong teamwork and collaboration skills are essential, with the ability to build productive relationships across operations, maintenance, and engineering teams. The role also requires exceptional written and verbal communication skills and a strong commitment to fostering a culture of safety, reliability, and continuous improvement.

This role is located at Nutrien's Kennewick, Washington site and is not available for remote work.

What You'll Do:

• Provide electrical design, engineering and related technologies evaluation. This includes but is not limited to origination, preparation, review, approval, authentication and validation of electrical discipline deliverables
• Lead electrical conceptual studies, projects scope development, detailed engineering design
• Support electrical maintenance team and other engineering disciplines on troubleshooting, events analysis and engineering solutions
• Participate in development and updates of test procedures, technical specifications, electrical codes and industry standards requirements interpretations, site‑specific standards and practices developments
• Lead electrical initiatives and collaborate with other engineering disciplines as well as operations and maintenance groups based on Nutrien/Industry standards, electrical codes and best practices (RAGAGEPs)
• Knowledge of the RTAC system
• Serve as site expert for various Control Systems, include but not limited to: Delta V, Tricon/CX, Siemens PCS7, Alen Bradly, Compressor controls, Woodward, Peak150/200, G11, and Bently Nevada
• Develop, implement, and optimize control logic, interlocks, and advanced control strategies to improve process safety, reliability, and efficiency
• Troubleshoot control system and instrumentation issues affecting process loops such as ammonia synthesis loops, reformers, absorbers, urea reactors, etc
• Maintain control system documentation, loop drawings, and change management records
• Possess an understanding and ability to work in virtual environments, Thin Manager services, and aid the site with Industrial Controls Systems cybersecurity readiness
• Provide instrument engineering support for various field devices and installations, including but not limited to: Engineered Control Valves, Various flow elements, Thermowell Design, and Analytical measurements of the process
• Stay abreast on new and changing instrument technology
• Knowledge in various programming languages, ladder logic, function block, C&E, batch, and sequential function block
• Lead and support DCS and SIS scope for capital projects and system modernization efforts
• Define control narratives, I/O lists, and interface specifications for new installations and revamps
• Support FAT/SAT testing, commissioning, and startup of new process control systems
• Collaborate with EPC firms and system vendors to ensure design consistency with site standards
• Ensure all automation changes comply with MOC procedures, and safety instrumentation shall comply with ISA 84 / IEC 61511 requirements
• Participate in PHA,SILDandSIS lifecycle activities, including SIF validation and proof testing
• Support alarm management, trip testing, and control system cybersecurity initiatives
• Provide real‑time troubleshooting and optimization support to operations and maintenance
• Analyze process data and recommend control improvements to reduce variability and increase production efficiency

What You'll Bring:

• BSc. in Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Control Systems Engineering
• 5+ years of Electrical & Instrumentation engineer experience in a fertilizer industry or large‑scale process/chemical plant
• Strong understanding of process instrumentation and control loops
• Experience applying ISA 84 / IEC 61511 functional safety standards and supporting MOC/PSM activities
• Familiar with PLC/DCS network architecture, Modbus/OPC communication, and control system cybersecurity best practices

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, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories.

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

At Nutrien, we never stop growing, because our world never does.Our size can help us weather a storm, but with that ability comes agreat responsibility—to our growers and customers, our employees andshareholders, our communities, and the planet.

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