Engineer, Mechanical - Rotating Equipment

Nutrien; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Nutrien, a global leader in crop inputs, seeks a Mechanical Engineer specializing in rotating equipment for our Augusta, GA facility. The role focuses on expert analysis of equipment failures, RCFA, and the development of reliability improvement plans to maximize asset health.

You will monitor conditions via vibration, oil, and thermography, review drawings and vendor docs, participate in PHA/MOC/PSSR, and support design, procurement, and commissioning of rotating assets. Some travel is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited institution.
• 5 years of rotating equipment experience preferred.
• Experience with vibration analysis software and turbomachinery oversight.
• Familiarity with API 610, 611/612, 614, 617, and 671.

Responsibilities

• Provide subject matter expertise for rotating equipment systems.
• Analyze equipment failures and lead RCFA investigations.
• Develop and implement reliability improvement plans for critical assets.
• Monitor asset health through vibration analysis, oil analysis, thermography, and condition monitoring technologies.
• Evaluate equipment performance trends and recommend corrective actions.
• Review and approve equipment repairs, modifications, and upgrades.
• Develop engineering solutions to address recurring equipment issues.
• Review equipment specifications, drawings, P&IDs, and vendor documentation.
• Assist in troubleshooting equipment failures and process upsets.
• Participate in PHA, MOC, and PSSR; ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Support design, procurement, installation, and commissioning of rotating equipment.
• Review engineering packages for compliance with industry standards and plant requirements.
• Conduct FATs and SATs as required

Skills

Rotating equipment

Vibration analysis

RCFA

Reliability engineering

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

API standards

Job description

Job Details

• Job Title: Engineer, Mechanical - Rotating Equipment
• Requisition ID: 34154
• Location: Augusta, GA, USA, 30903
• Workplace Type: On-Site
• Experience Level: Mid-Senior Level
• 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: safety, inclusion, integrity, and results. When we say we care, we mean it.

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.

What You'll Do:

• Provide subject matter expertise for rotating equipment systems
• Analyze equipment failures and lead root cause failure investigations (RCFA)
• Develop and implement reliability improvement plans for critical assets
• Monitor asset health through vibration analysis, oil analysis, thermography, and condition monitoring technologies
• Evaluate equipment performance trends and recommend corrective actions
• Review and approve equipment repairs, modifications, and upgrades
• Develop engineering solutions to address recurring equipment issues
• Review equipment specifications, drawings, P&IDs, and vendor documentation
• Assist in troubleshooting equipment failures and process upsets
• Participate in Process Hazard Analyses (PHA), Management of Change (MOC), and Pre-Startup Safety Reviews (PSSR). Ensure compliance with applicable industry standards and regulatory requirements
• Support design, procurement, installation, and commissioning of rotating equipment.
• Review engineering packages for compliance with industry standards and plant requirements.
• Conduct factory acceptance tests (FATs) and site acceptance tests (SATs) as required

What You'll Bring:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited institution
• 5 years of rotating equipment experience preferred
• 5 years of experience using vibration analytical software with a specific focus on turbomachinery & practical field experience overseeing turbine and compressor overhauls preferred
• Must be familiar with API 610, 611/612, 614, 617, and 671 (pumps, general and special purpose couplings, lube oil, axial compressors)
• A commitment to Safety and Environmental leading practices and culture
• Willingness to collaborate with corporate teams and assist other locations (some travel required; about 5%)
• Must be able to climb stairs and ladders, work at heights up to 250' above ground level, safely lift to 50lbs, walk, crawl, bend, stoop, work in confined spaces

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