Engineer III, Process Automation Project Team - Decatur, IL /ADM site

Decatur

IL - Illinois

Engineering

Job Description

Engineer, Process Automation Project Team - Decatur, IL or nearest ADM site

This is a full time, exempt-level position.

***Ideal work locations for this role include: Decatur, IL; Cedar Rapids or Clinton, IA; Columbus, NE; or Erlanger, KY. Other large ADM manufacturing locations are open for consideration.


Position Description:

The Process Automation Project Team Engineer will provide project support of automation systems to focus on company modernization efforts. Through guidance, specialized automation knowledge, and standard work, they will collaborate with Operations and the Technology Center to execute projects while applying global standards.

This individual will proactively seek opportunities for automation to mitigate risk, improve efficiency, and drive optimization within modernization projects. Additionally, they will support and advance the standardization and documentation of automation systems.

This position will also provide high-level technical support to automation colleagues at the plant level to serve as subject matter experts on the various process control platforms utilized by ADM.

Position Requirements:

• Understands and is accountable for full compliance with safety and other EHS requirements
• Maintain a thorough knowledge of production processes, equipment and operations in the interest of developing, improving and maintaining process and safety interlocks
• Develop or modify Automation controls to achieve desired control processes, and troubleshoot systems to identify and resolve hardware or software deficiencies
• Recommend the use of company and contract resources equally to support projects deliverables and timelines
• Utilize capital project guidelines to prioritize process automation projects from concept through project approval and delivery
• Develop and maintain documentation of automation hardware and software related to automation control systems
• Demonstrate ability to work well within groups or with minimal supervision to meet department goals
• Communicate status updates and suggestions for improvements
• Pursue/maintain industry specific training and certifications relative to this position and for career advancement
• Demonstrate ability to effectively coach and develop other colleagues
• Act as technical lead for modernization of a plants control systems
• Work to provide governance and oversight of automation vendors delivering modernization
• Possess ability to work in extreme temperatures; must have the ability to climb stairs, lift and move a minimum of 40 pounds, and sit and stand for long periods of time, and should be able to work in confined spaces and heights
• Ability to travel as required

Required Qualifications:

• 10+ years of experience with process control in an industrial environment
• Experience with Emerson DeltaV, Novatech D/3 systems, or Rockwell PlantPAx Distributed Control System (DCS) applications
• Familiarity with Industrial Networks (ie. TCP/IP, ControlNet®, DH+, Modbus, etc.) and Operational Technology
• Knowledge of Industrial Process Control including instrumentation, AC/DC Electrical systems, Piping & Instrument Diagrams
• Ability to troubleshoot, solve, and repair issues with control systems and work safely with and around AC & DC voltages up to 120V

Preferred Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Automation, or another similar Engineering or technical discipline

Benefits and Perks

Enriching the quality of life for the world begins by taking care of our colleagues. In addition to competitive pay, we support your diverse needs with a comprehensive total rewards package to enhance your well-being, including:

• Physical wellness – medical/Rx, dental, vision and on-site wellness center access or gym reimbursement (as applicable).
• Financial wellness – flexible spending accounts, health savings account, 401(k) with matching contributions and cash balance plan, discounted employee stock purchasing program, life insurance, disability, workers’ compensation, legal assistance, identity theft protection.
• Mental and social wellness – Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and Colleague Giving Programs (ADM Cares).

Additional benefits include:

• Paid time off including paid holidays.
• Adoption assistance and paid maternity and parental leave.
• Tuition assistance.
• Company-sponsored training and development resources, such as LinkedIn Learning, language training and mentoring programs.

*Benefits may vary for bargained locations, confirm benefit eligibility with your recruiter.

#IncludingYou

Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are cornerstones of ADM’s efforts to continue innovating, driving growth, and delivering outstanding performance. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and create welcoming, truly inclusive work environments — environments that enable every ADM colleague to feel comfortable on the job, make meaningful contributions to our success, and grow their career. We respect and value the unique backgrounds and experiences that each person can bring to ADM because we know that diversity of perspectives makes us better, together.

We are committed to ensuring all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We welcome everyone to apply, especially those individuals who are underrepresented in our industry, as we strive to ensure our workforce represents the world that we help to feed: people of color, women, gender non-conforming, LGBTQIA+, veterans and persons with disabilities. For more information regarding our efforts to advance Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging, please visit our website here: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion | ADM.

About ADM

At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We’re a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world’s premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over. Learn more at www.adm.com.

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