Automation Engineer - Industrial Controls & Optimization

ADM; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 76,000 - 143,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

LinkedIn Learning & mentoring

Job summary

ADM is seeking a Process Automation Engineer in Cedar Rapids, IA to support industrial control systems, implement projects, troubleshoot issues, and standardize procedures. The role emphasizes collaboration with Operations and Technology Centers to improve efficiency and safety.

The candidate should have 2+ years in process control, experience with controls programming, and a background in documenting automation systems. Some travel and on-call availability may be required.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience with process control in an industrial environment.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair process control systems safely.
• Knowledge of industrial process control systems, wiring and diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Support and improve automation across ADM Cedar Rapids complex.
• Develop and modify controls programming to meet automation goals.
• Document industrial automation hardware and software.
• Collaborate with operations and technology centers on projects.
• Assist in safety initiatives and optimization efforts.

Skills

Process control

Industrial automation

Controls programming

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Cybersecurity basics

Project management

Communication

Education

Technical associate degree

Bachelor's in Chemical/Electrical/Computer/Automation Eng

Tools

Emerson DeltaV

Valmet D/3

AVEVA Wonderware

Rockwell PlantPAx

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Aveva PI

Job description

ADM is seeking a Process Automation Engineer in Cedar Rapids, IA to support industrial control systems, implement projects, troubleshoot issues, and standardize procedures. The role emphasizes collaboration with Operations and Technology Centers to improve efficiency and safety.

The candidate should have 2+ years in process control, experience with controls programming, and a background in documenting automation systems. Some travel and on-call availability may be required.