Process Engineer – Chemical Development & Scale-Up Lead

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 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