Automation Modernization Lead

Illinois Ag; Decatur, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

On-site work in Decatur

Job summary

Archer Daniels Midland Company (ADM) in Decatur, IL seeks an experienced Modernization Software Lead to spearhead automation software projects. You will drive software configuration, system integration, and modernization of legacy control systems while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

The role requires strong leadership, project execution skills, and hands-on experience with DeltaV or PlantPAx, along with cybersecurity awareness for industrial environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a technical field; STEM discipline preferred.
• 7+ years in industrial automation software development with 3+ years in project execution.
• Experience with DeltaV or PlantPAx and modernizing control systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead software design governance and 3rd party vendor interfaces.
• Oversee system configuration, programming, and integration for modernization projects.
• Plan upgrades to legacy control systems for improved performance and reliability.
• Coordinate FAT/SAT testing and ensure compliance with standards.

Skills

Industrial automation

Leadership

Project execution

Software design

Cybersecurity

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/ Chemical/ Computer Engineering or related

Tools

Emerson DeltaV

Rockwell PlantPAx

Modbus

OPC UA

Ethernet/IP

Job description

Archer Daniels Midland Company (ADM) in Decatur, IL seeks an experienced Modernization Software Lead to spearhead automation software projects. You will drive software configuration, system integration, and modernization of legacy control systems while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

The role requires strong leadership, project execution skills, and hands-on experience with DeltaV or PlantPAx, along with cybersecurity awareness for industrial environments.