Process Automation Engineer - Columbus, NE

ADM; Columbus (NE); On-site; USD 76,000 - 143,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Process Automation Engineer to enhance industrial control systems at their Columbus, NE campus. The role involves designing and troubleshooting control systems, ensuring compliance, and collaborating on automation projects. Ideal candidates will have experience in process control and a degree in Engineering or a related field.

Benefits

Medical/Rx, dental, vision coverage

401(k) with matching contributions

Paid time off including holidays

Tuition assistance

Company-sponsored training and development

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in process control within an industrial setting.
• Experience with AC/DC electrical systems up to 120V.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and troubleshoot industrial control systems.
• Implement and maintain process automation software and hardware.
• Ensure cybersecurity and safety compliance in automation systems.

Skills

Controls programming

System diagnostics

Project execution

Education

Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in Engineering or related technical field

Tools

DCS/PLC platforms

Data historians

Industrial networks

Job description

Job Description

Process Automation Engineer - Columbus, NE
Full-Time | Exempt | On-Site

ADM is seeking a Process Automation Engineer to support and improve our industrial control systems at our Columbus, NE campus. You’ll play a key role in advancing operational excellence, safety, and innovation through automation projects and systems modernization.

What You’ll Do:

• Design, develop, and troubleshoot industrial control systems
• Implement and maintain process automation software and hardware
• Collaborate across teams to identify and execute improvement opportunities
• Document configurations, standards, and safety interlocks
• Ensure cybersecurity and safety compliance in automation systems
• Support third-party suppliers/contractors as needed
• Participate in an on-call rotation for off-hours and holiday coverage

Who You Are:

• A proactive, hands-on problem solver who thrives in industrial environments
• Skilled in controls programming, system diagnostics, and project execution
• Comfortable working in extreme temperatures, confined spaces, and heights
• A clear communicator with strong documentation and organizational skills
• A self-starter who can lead or contribute to cross-functional teams

Requirements:

• 2+ years of experience in process control within an industrial setting
• Experience with AC/DC electrical systems and voltages up to 120V
• Familiarity with P&IDs, instrumentation, and control systems
• Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities

Preferred Experience:

• Bachelor’s (or Associate’s) degree in Engineering or related technical field
• Experience with DCS/PLC platforms: Emerson DeltaV, Honeywell, Allen Bradley, Wonderware, Plant PAX, etc.
• Familiarity with data historians (e.g., Aveva PI) and industrial networks (TCP/IP, Modbus, etc.)

Excited about this role but don’t think you meet every requirement listed? We encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this role or another one of our openings.

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Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours.

If hired, employees will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

The pay range for this position is expected to be between:

$76,100.00 - $142,700.00

Salaried Incentive Plan

The total compensation package for this position will also include annual bonus

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.

Req/Job ID

97758BR

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