Process Engineer

Nutrien; Aurora (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Retirement program

Paid vacation

Sick days and holidays

Parental leave

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Nutrien is seeking a Chemical Process Engineer to lead development of new and existing products, ensuring scalable, compliant manufacturing and robust process improvements. The role involves cross‑functional collaboration, documentation, and continuous improvement across pilot to commercial scales.

Required are a BS in Chemical Engineering with 5+ years in chemical processing, strong data analysis and communication skills, and experience with pilot plant operations and manufacturing technology

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering is required.
• 5+ years of experience in chemical processing is required.
• Strong knowledge of product/process development and laboratory techniques.
• Practical experience with pilot plant operations and process optimization.
• Good mathematical and analytical abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership for R&D systems, products, or processes across projects.
• Guide Process Development technicians and consultants as needed.
• Apply engineering principles to develop and improve manufacturing technology, quality control, and bulk transportation.
• Manage projects and communicate with cross functional teams from concept to commercialization.
• Develop safe procedures and document batch records, SOPs, and validation protocols.

Skills

Project management

Problem solving

Statistical analysis

Data interpretation

Communication

Education

Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Pilot plant equipment

Microsoft Office

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: 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.

This position reports to the Supervisor, Process Engineering.

This position is located in Aurora, North Carolina, U.S.A. and is not available for remote work.

What You Will Do:

• Provide technical leadership to research and/or develop systems, products, or processes for a variety of assigned projects. Projects assigned include a wide variety of chemical process, quality, statistical and environmental subjects
• Work self-guided and provide oversight and guidance to Process Development technicians and/or consultants when assistance is needed for specific projects
• Apply scientific and engineering principles for research and continuous improvement programs involving product development, processing, manufacturing technology, quality control, and bulk transportation
• Manage projects and maintains constant communication with cross functional groups to drive projects from concept through commercialization
• Be responsible for documentation to ensure the consistent manufacture of new products, including batch records, production instructions, validation, and stability protocols Work with Quality Assurance to ensure all product documentation is written, stored, and approved for commercial manufacture; includes raw material requirements, product guaranteed specifications and Certificate of Analysis, equipment cleaning requirements, SOP/method validations, etc.
• Develop formulations and processes to support the development of new and novel products and/or optimization of existing products. Responsible for the coordination and execution of bench‑top, pilot, manufacturing scale‑up and verification batches with speed and robustness
• Maintain accurate records of all development projects
• Prepare all relevant technical documents such as raw material and bulk specifications, SOP's, manufacturing batch records, technology transfer documents and any other relevant documents in the development and commercialization of the products
• Conduct research to develop new and improved manufacturing processes
• Develop safety procedures for those working with dangerous chemicals
• Help design and plan the layout of equipment
• Conduct tests and monitor the performance of processes throughout production
• Troubleshoot problems with chemical manufacturing processes
• Support chemical plant processes
• Evaluate equipment and processes to ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations
• Assist in maintaining site Quality Management System
• Work with customers, Nutrien Sales and plant operations personnel to identify and remediate product quality concerns

What You'll Bring:

• Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering is required
• 5+ years of experience in chemical processing is required
• Comprehensive knowledge and practical experience in product/process development, laboratory techniques, pilot plant equipment operations and identification of opportunities for improvements
• Firm foundation in chemistry and mathematics
• Excellent project, problem solving and time management skills
• Excellent research knowledge and skills with the ability to statistically analyze data
• Excellent work ethic
• Excellent organizational skills
• Proficiency oral and written communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft programs (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint).
• Experience/knowledge in the agricultural chemical manufacturing business is preferred, but not required

Compensation & Benefits:

We provide an attractive benefits package that includes comprehensive medical, dental, vision coverage, and life insurance and well as disability coverage for positions working more than 30 hours per week. In addition, we have a retirement program that encourages our employees to save for the longer term, with generous matching employer contributions. Our benefit package also demonstrates our culture of care with paid vacation, sick days and holidays as well as paid personal and maternity/parental leaves and an Employee and Family Assistance Program. Details of the benefits package will be shared in the application process.

Eastern North Carolina is continually ranked among the best places to live and work in the United States-known for its expansive beaches, nationally ranked universities, mild climate (all four seasons), safe neighborhoods, affordable living, extensive outdoor activities, and a relaxed lifestyle.

Aurora, NC is within ease of commuting to surrounding urban areas. To the west is the Research Triangle Park which is surrounded by Raleigh, Durham and Chapel Hill. As a result, the east coast of NC offers residents a winning blend of down‑home and uptown, of surf and sophistication that people love with extensive availability of outdoor activities (hunting/fishing/hiking/boating).

Compensation & Benefits:

We provide an attractive benefits package that includes catastrophic coverages including life, accidental death and dismemberment, and business travel accident insurance for a position of at least three months in duration and more than 30 hours per week. Our benefit package also demonstrates our culture of care with paid sick days and holidays as well as an Employee and Family Assistance Program. A Student or Intern role does not participate in any retirement savings or incentive programs. Nutrien will comply with benefit and retirement regulations, as necessary. Details of the benefits package will be shared in the application process.

This information is provided in compliance with applicable state equal pay and pay equity legislation and is the company's good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation range and benefits offered for this position. The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education, location, and other job‑related reasons. Nutrien also makes internal equity a consideration in all pay decisions.

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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