CF Industries Holdings, Inc. Jobs Hiring Now

At CF Industries, our mission is to provide clean energy to feed and fuel the world sustainably. Our employees are focused on safe and reliable operations, environmental stewardship, and disciplined capital and corporate management. By joining CF, you will be part of a team that brings their varied experiences, wide-ranging knowledge and diverse talents together to deliver important work and you’ll be able to pursue complex, exciting opportunities that help you continue to grow and achieve your potential in different areas. You’ll take pride in working for a company that lives its values and where you can be yourself at work, as part of an authentic team that encourages you to share your views and opinions. Our eight manufacturing complexes in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom, an unparalleled storage, transportation and distribution network in North America, and logistics capabilities enabling a global reach underpin our strategy to leverage our unique capabilities to accelerate the world’s transition to clean energy.

Function:

Engineering and Engineering Services

Job Summary:

Engineering careers are growing at CF Industries.

As one of the world’s premier ammonia producers, CF Industries is expanding our engineering teams across our locations and hiring professionals at all levels — from early-career engineers building their foundation to experienced technical leaders driving complex projects and operational excellence.

Our engineers play a critical role in advancing safe, reliable, and innovative operations across our facilities. Whether your background is in chemical manufacturing, oil and gas refining, petrochemicals, or other process industries, you’ll have the opportunity to apply your expertise to meaningful challenges while working alongside some of the best professionals in the industry.

At CF, safety is more than a priority — it is a core value. We invest in our people, develop technical talent, and provide opportunities for employees to grow throughout their careers. We are always looking to connect with talented engineers who are interested in building a long-term career with a company focused on operational excellence, innovation, and growth.

Share your resume with us today. A member of our team will review your experience and reach out within 72 hours to discuss potential opportunities that align with your background and career goals.

Job Description:

Position Summary

Our Engineers are responsible for supporting the safe, reliable, and cost-effective operation of plant facilities through the application of engineering principles, project management practices, maintenance strategies, and process optimization initiatives. They serve as a technical resource across Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, Process Safety, Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS), and other functional teams to drive operational excellence, equipment reliability, capital project execution, continuous improvement, and regulatory compliance. The engineering teams significantly contribute to the achievement of business objectives by leading and supporting production initiatives, maintenance and reliability programs, process improvements, safety initiatives, and capital projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide engineering and technical support to plant operations, maintenance, reliability, project, and safety teams to improve safety, reliability, quality, and operational performance.
• Analyze operational, process, maintenance, and project data to identify opportunities for improvement and implement sustainable solutions.
• Monitor and evaluate key performance indicators (KPIs), operating trends, equipment performance, production metrics, and reliability data to ensure efficient operations.
• Lead or support capital projects from concept development through design, planning, execution, commissioning, and closeout while ensuring projects are completed safely, on schedule, and within budget.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams, contractors, vendors, and stakeholders to achieve project and operational objectives.
• Develop engineering designs, specifications, scopes of work, operating procedures, standards, training materials, and technical documentation.
• Participate in and support Process Safety Management (PSM) activities, including Management of Change (MOC), Process Hazard Analyses (PHA), Pre-Startup Safety Reviews (PSSR), Layers of Protection Analysis (LOPA), and incident investigations.
• Lead and participate in root cause analyses, failure investigations, troubleshooting efforts, and corrective action development.
• Support maintenance and reliability programs through preventive maintenance optimization, mechanical integrity initiatives, equipment assessments, and lifecycle cost management.
• Ensure compliance with company standards, environmental permits, regulatory requirements, and applicable industry codes and standards.
• Support plant turnarounds, shutdowns, startup activities, and commissioning efforts, including planning, execution, and verification stages.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders while providing clear communication regarding technical issues, project status, risks, and opportunities.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, reliability, production, quality, sustainability, and cost optimization.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited institution (Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical or related discipline).
• Engineering experience in chemical processing, oil & gas refining, manufacturing, or plant environment.
• Experience supporting projects, maintenance, operations, process improvement, or reliability initiatives.
• Knowledge of applicable engineering principles, regulations, standards, and industry best practices.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and other engineering-related software tools.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience managing capital projects and project portfolios.
• Experience with Process Safety Management programs and regulatory compliance activities.
• Knowledge of reliability engineering, rotating equipment, maintenance systems, or process optimization methodologies.
• PMP certification, project management training, or equivalent experience.
• Experience with process simulation software, AutoCAD, computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS), or related engineering tools.

Key Competencies

• Safety Leadership
• Project Management
• Process Improvement / Continuous Improvement
• Reliability and Maintenance Excellence
• Root Cause Analysis and Problem Solving
• Data Analysis and Interpretation
• Communication and Collaboration
• Influencing and Relationship Building

Working Conditions

• Work is performed in both office and industrial plant environments.
• Requires routine interaction with operating units, maintenance areas, construction sites, and project work locations.
• May require participation in plant shutdowns, turnarounds, startup activities, and field investigations.
• Must be able to collect field data, inspect equipment, and work safely in a manufacturing or chemical processing environment while wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).

Success Measures

• Achievement of safety, environmental, reliability, and operational performance goals.
• Successful delivery of engineering and capital projects on time and within budget.
• Improved equipment reliability, process efficiency, and production performance.
• Effective management of technical risks and compliance requirements.
• Positive collaboration with operations, maintenance, engineering, and leadership teams.
• Demonstrated continuous improvement and measurable business impact.

FMLA:

https://www.dol.gov/whd/regs/compliance/posters/fmlaen.pdf

Employee Polygraph Protection Act

https://www.dol.gov/whd/regs/compliance/posters/eppac.pdf

• Employees in Canada can learn more about their rights by viewing the “Canadian Human Rights Act”.

Notice Regarding Potential Use of Artificial Intelligence in the Recruitment Process

As part of our recruitment process, CF Industries may use automated tools, including artificial intelligence (“AI”) and machine learning technologies, to assist recruiters in identifying and prioritizing candidates whose qualifications align with job-related criteria, including information provided during the application process such as resumes, work history, education, qualifications, and responses to application questions. These tools support but do not replace human decision-making, and all final employment decisions are made by our Talent Acquisition team and/or hiring managers exercising independent judgment.

If you need any assistance seeking a job opportunity at CF Industries, need reasonable accommodation with the application process, or have questions about our use of AI, please call 847-405-2400 or contact us at talentacquisition@cfindustries.com.