Environmental Engineer - Decatur, IL

ADM; Decatur (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with matching

Tuition assistance

Job summary

ADM is seeking an Environmental Engineer in Decatur, IL to support compliance with environmental regulations. This role involves collaborating with the site Environmental Manager, conducting audits, and preparing reports related to environmental programs.

The ideal candidate will have a BS/BA degree in Engineering or Environmental Sciences and at least 2 years of relevant experience. Benefits include health plans, 401(k), and relocation assistance.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting environmental compliance programs in industrial settings.
• 2+ years’ experience in a process industrial environment.
• Strong knowledge of environmental regulations.

Responsibilities

• Support compliance with environmental regulations.
• Assist with employee training on environmental programs.
• Prepare reports and maintain documentation for environmental programs.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Project/program management skills

Organizational skills

Education

BS/BA degree in Engineering or Environmental Sciences

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

Environmental Engineer – Decatur, IL

An opportunity has arisen for an Environmental Engineer located in Decatur, IL. This role will be part of the operations team and will assist the site Environmental Manager with supporting the Decatur Cogeneration, Wastewater Treatment, and North Water Treatment Plants.

Main Responsibilities

• Support the site Environmental Manager with monitoring each designated site’s activities and implementing actions to ensure compliance with all ADM, federal, state, and local environmental regulations.
• Assist with the training of employees and contractors related to environmental programs.
• Assist with the preparation of required reports and maintain all necessary records/documentation related to environmental programs for the facility.
• Understand federal, state, and local environmental regulatory policies and monitor changes to environmental laws, regulations and guidelines.
• Participate in and lead, where appropriate, all internal and external environmental audits or agency visits and prioritize, assign, and track audit findings for completion.
• Travel on occasion for meetings, training, etc.
• Assist with maintaining and managing the site’s EMS, including policy, standardization, procedure development, incident investigations—root cause analyses, risk reduction efforts, inspections, audits, and training.

Skills

• Strong problem‑solving, diagnostic, and analytical skills with a results‑focused approach.
• Strong leadership and change management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, acting as a reliable pro‑active communicator.
• Strong presentation and writing skills.
• Sound project/program management skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.

Capabilities

• Open‑mindedness; forward thinking.
• Theoretical insight with pragmatic approach.
• Outgoing and energetic personality.
• Able to perform under pressure.
• Highly motivated self‑starter.

Experiences

• Working with database software.
• Continuous Emissions Monitoring Systems.
• Regulatory reporting.
• Universal and Hazardous Waste Management.
• Waste Water Treatment Sludge Management.

Additional Qualifications

• BS/BA degree in Engineering, Environmental Management, Environmental Sciences or other related program preferred.
• Experience supporting environmental compliance programs, with emphasis on industrial boilers and/or water/wastewater operations.
• 2+ years’ experience with progressive responsibility, preferably in a process industrial environment.
• Strong knowledge of environmental regulations and management systems, including air, water, and waste regulations and permitting.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to impact and influence others at all levels in the organization.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to organize and lead meetings.
• Proven ability to work within a team‑based work environment.
• Proven ability to assess risk and exercise sound judgment in making decisions.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, occasionally outside normal business hours to accommodate plant needs; e.g., training, inspections. The Environmental specialist may be contacted for after‑hour emergencies.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint).
• Must communicate effectively with maintenance, engineering, and operations technical staff, legal counsel, and regulatory agency personnel.
• Ability to work in a variety of conditions, such as an office environment, indoors/outdoors, hot/cold weather, and physical demands including standing, kneeling, sitting, climbing stairs/ladders, and confined spaces.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Consolidated Environmental KPIs.
• Consolidated Environmental scorecards.
• Personal goals achieved.

Cross‑Functional Interaction

• Environmental leadership, Safety & Health leadership, and Quality leadership.
• Leadership and personnel from the Technical and Operations Center of Excellence.
• ADM Decatur Complex facility leadership and engineering personnel.

Relocation Assistance is available with this position.

ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.

Benefits and Perks

• Medical, dental, vision, and on‑site wellness center access or gym reimbursement.
• Health savings account, flexible spending account, 401(k) with matching, cash balance plan, discounted employee stock purchase program, life insurance, disability, workers’ compensation, legal assistance, identity theft protection.
• 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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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