Nutrien · 6 hours ago
Technician, DCS
Borger, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expNutrien is a leading provider of crop inputs and services, and they are seeking a Technician, DCS to manage and maintain their Distributed Control System (DCS) and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs). The role involves troubleshooting, analyzing, and repairing instrumentation and electrical systems, as well as collaborating with various teams to ensure system reliability and efficiency.
AgricultureChemicalManufacturing
Responsibilities
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
Qualification
Required
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
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
Preferred
Experience with Honeywell Experion expertise
Company
Nutrien
Nutrien produces and distributes potash, nitrogen, and phosphate products.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$3.5BKey Investors
Saskatchewan Technology Fund
2025-10-31Grant
2025-03-11Post Ipo Debt· $1B
2024-06-17Post Ipo Debt· $1B
Leadership Team
Mark Thompson
EVP & CFO
Recent News
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