Automation Modernization Lead, Industrial Controls

ADM

Decatur (IL)

On-site

USD 110,000 - 150,000

Full time

38 hours ago
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Job summary

ADM is seeking an Automation Software Lead in Decatur, IL to drive modernization of industrial control systems. You will lead software design, configuration, and integration for DeltaV and PlantPAx, ensuring scalable, compliant solutions across projects and cross-functional teams.

The role requires 7+ years in automation software and 3+ years in project execution, with strong leadership, collaboration, and communication skills to advance ADM modernization efforts.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Chemical, Computer Engineering or related field; experience in lieu of education will be considered.

Responsibilities

  • Lead software design governance for automation projects.
  • Oversee software engineering tasks, including configuration and integration.
  • Plan upgrades for legacy control systems to improve performance and reliability.
  • Collaborate with hardware and control engineers for seamless software/hardware integration.
  • Develop and maintain software specifications, narratives, and documentation.
  • Lead testing, FAT/SAT activities and deliverables for software components.
  • Ensure designs comply with ISA, IEC, NFPA and cybersecurity standards (IEC 62443).
  • Coordinate with vendors for software tools, licenses and services.

Skills

Automation software
Project leadership
DeltaV familiarity
Rockwell PlantPAx
HMI development
Data historian
Cybersecurity IEC 62443
Team leadership
Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related

Tools

Emerson DeltaV
Rockwell PlantPAx
Microsoft Office

Job description

ADM is seeking an Automation Software Lead in Decatur, IL to drive modernization of industrial control systems. You will lead software design, configuration, and integration for DeltaV and PlantPAx, ensuring scalable, compliant solutions across projects and cross-functional teams.

The role requires 7+ years in automation software and 3+ years in project execution, with strong leadership, collaboration, and communication skills to advance ADM modernization efforts.

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