About this role
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.
What You'll Do:
- Ownership of the process control system (Distributed Control System [DCS], Programmable Logic Controllers [PLCs], Human-Machine Interface [HMI] and associated devices; Variable Frequency Drives and communication networks) to ensure its availability and capability as the control platform and process operator interface.
- Management of the DCS and PLC platform and associated infrastructure regarding its maintenance and life-cycle management to ensure continued reliability.
- Maintenance of the process information systems historian and connectivity to the DCS.
- Utilize DCS, PLC and communications technical expertise to provide day to day troubleshooting to operations.
- Assist with design, implementation and management of improvement projects related to the DCS/PLC platform and network.
- Troubleshoot, analyze, maintain and repair instrumentation and electrical systems, primarily focused on DCS but providing additional I&E support as needed. Including network ethernet and fiber optics
- Work within a team environment that includes Process Engineering, Operations, Maintenance and Projects
- Troubleshoot Distributed Control Systems (DCS) at the network, controller and I/O level to resolve customer problems in an efficient manner and keep systems running
- Develop and/or redline P&IDs, electrical drawings/schematics, control documents and loop drawings
- Instrumentation, 4-20ma / 1-5v,24v etc. installation / troubleshooting
What You'll Bring:
- Two years education at a vocational/technical school in the electrical or instrumentation field, or 5+ years’ directly related experience.
- Experience with DCS and PLCs is required, with preference given to individuals with Honeywell Experion expertise.
- 3+ years’ experience in a manufacturing plant or industrial environment.
- Self-motivated, quick to deliver and a team player
- Knowledge of electronic and pneumatic controllers and valve positioners
- Experience working with DCS, PLC’s and SCADA
- Knowledge of all types of instruments and electrical test equipment
- Experience with three phase motors, motor controls and Electrical distribution systems
- Understand electrical safe work practices
- Possess strong written and verbal communication skills
- Strong troubleshooting and analytical ability
Ready to make an impact with us? Apply today!
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.
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Other facts
About Nutrien
We are committed to being the leading provider of agricultural inputs in each of our markets. We will attract and retain outstanding employees by motivating and rewarding them for their accomplishments in providing exceptional service to our valued customers.
Nutrien Ag Solutions was established in 2018, but predecessor companies began operating as early as 1859. A lot has changed since then. Advancements in technology allow for more effective growing methods while minimizing environmental impacts. We've welcomed more operations into our family and expanded our product and service offerings. Our reach has become global as we are now part of a network of retailers that spans three continents. Despite all those changes, we have never lost sight of the American farmers and the work they do. Decade after decade, we're here to provide the best technologies, tools and products so you can focus on what you do best - grow.
Operated by Nutrien Retail, Nutrien Ag Solutions is a unit of Nutrien Ltd., the world’s largest agriculture inputs company. Nutrien is comprised of four business units: Nitrogen, Phosphate, Potash and Retail.
Nutrien Retail continues to grow its international and North American presence. In the past five years, approximately 250 independent retailers have been added to the growing family of Nutrien Ag Solutions.
What you'll do
- The role involves ownership and management of the Distributed Control System (DCS), Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), and associated infrastructure, ensuring system availability, capability, and reliability through maintenance and life-cycle management. Responsibilities also include providing day-to-day technical troubleshooting, assisting with improvement projects, and repairing instrumentation and electrical systems.
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