Senior Project Development Engineer

Nutrien; Geismar (LA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global agricultural solutions provider in Geismar, Louisiana, is seeking a Senior Project Development Engineer to lead the development of capital projects. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering and at least 10 years of experience in the chemical process industry, with skills in economic assessments and project feasibility analysis. This role includes conducting feasibility studies, collaborating with engineering teams, and ensuring alignment with business priorities. Apply today to make an impact!

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of engineering experience in the chemical process industry.
• Professional Engineering (P.Eng.) designation or PMP certification considered an asset.
• Experience in ammonia or nitrogen‑based fertilizer operations is highly desirable.
• Aspen HYSYS and process modeling tools experience preferred.
• P.Eng. designation or PMP are assets.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of projects within the site’s five-year capital plan.
• Conduct feasibility analyses and evaluate risks for proposed projects.
• Collaborate with central engineering and technical services teams.
• Conduct engineering studies and safety assessments (HAZOPs, MOC).
• Support long‑range capital plan development and execution readiness.

Skills

Economic assessments

Financial modeling

Problem-solving

Leadership

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Aspen HYSYS

Microsoft Office Suite

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. Our inclusive workplace ensures everyone feels safe, has a sense of belonging, trusts one another, and acts with integrity.

Through the collective expertise of nearly 26,000 employees, we operate a world‑class network of production, distribution, and ag‑retail facilities to efficiently serve growers’ needs and strive for a more profitable, sustainable, and secure future for all stakeholders.

Senior Engineer, Project Development – Geismar, Louisiana, U.S.A.

Location: Geismar, LA, U.S.A.

Reporting to the Manager, Process Engineering, the Senior Project Development Engineer leads the development of projects within the site’s five‑year capital plan. The role encompasses identification, prioritization, and front‑end development of all capital projects before handover to the Project Engineering team for execution. This includes guiding efforts from concept through feasibility, ensuring alignment with site strategies and Nutrien’s long‑term objectives, delivering thorough technical and economic evaluations, and applying sound engineering judgment to support well‑founded project decisions.

What You Will Do

• Accountable for concept development, including establishing project objectives, validating business justification, and defining potential options.
• Lead project feasibility analyses, encompassing options evaluation, cost estimating, preliminary scheduling, and economic analysis.
• Drive project prioritization and recommend changes to the capital plan, ensuring alignment with business priorities and identifying continuous improvement opportunities.
• Conduct timely engineering and technical studies to assess proposed projects, evaluating risks and potential impacts to operations.
• Participate in or lead Hazard and Operability Studies (HAZOPs), What‑If analyses, Management of Change (MOC) reviews, and other PSM‑related safety assessments.
• Provide accurate and comprehensive design input and review for projects, ensuring effective coordination with area and site personnel.
• Research and apply emerging industry technologies, best practices, and lessons learned from Nutrien and peer facilities.
• Serve as project engineer for assigned projects, coordinating multidisciplinary teams to ensure design quality and deliverables.
• Support development and stewardship of the site’s long‑range capital plan, ensuring alignment with Nutrien’s corporate strategies.
• Collaborate closely with central engineering and technical services teams to strengthen project definition and execution readiness.
• Work collaboratively with the site project engineering team to ensure seamless transition from concept to execution.
• Perform special studies, duties, and projects as assigned.

What You Will Bring

• Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical Engineering.
• Minimum of 10 years of engineering experience in the chemical process industry.
• Demonstrated expertise in economic assessments, financial modeling, and project feasibility analysis.
• Professional Engineering (P.Eng.) designation or PMP certification considered an asset.
• Experience in ammonia or nitrogen‑based fertilizer operations is highly desirable.
• Proficiency with Aspen HYSYS and other process modeling software.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem‑solving capabilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and familiarity with engineering software tools.
• Proven leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills with both company and contract personnel.
• Effective collaborator with the ability to facilitate cross‑functional teamwork and manage conflict constructively.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing needs.
• Self‑motivated, goal‑oriented, and capable of working independently with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety, integrity, and operational excellence.
• Reliable and consistent performance under pressure.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, with adherence to established safety policies and procedures.

Ready to make an impact with us? Apply today!

The salary range listed by Indeed, Glassdoor, or LinkedIn 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.

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