Process Engineer - Clinton, IA

ADM; Clinton (IA); On-site; USD 73,000 - 136,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Adoption assistance

Tuition assistance

Job summary

ADM is seeking a Plant Process Engineer for Clinton, IA to apply engineering principles across design, startup, and optimization of plant operations. The role emphasizes safety, quality, production efficiency, and cost objectives while collaborating with Production, Maintenance, and technology partners.

You will develop process models, evaluate new technologies, and support capital projects and commissioning of equipment.

Qualifications

• Commitment to safety and safe design.
• Experience with FLEX and APC process control.
• Willingness to work in plant areas and tolerate conditions.
• Experience with process control systems.
• Familiarity with OSHA and PSM standards.
• Understanding of food safety, quality and regulatory requirements.
• Experience reviewing PFDs/P&IDs and commissioning equipment.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Production and Maintenance to apply innovative approaches.
• Assist new product development and technology assessment.
• Support capital projects and startups and apply core Process Engineering competencies.
• Develop process simulations to benchmark plant performance.
• Implement advanced process control and optimization with Production.
• Mentor engineering colleagues and drive standard practices across teams.
• Lead cross-functional teams to improve plant performance metrics.

Skills

Safety culture

Continuous improvement

Process control

Plant floor work

Cross-site teamwork

Codes & standards

Education

Chemical engineering degree

Mechanical engineering degree

Tools

SAP (ERP)

Job description

Plant Process Engineer – Clinton, IA

This is an exempt level position.

Position Summary

The Plant Process Engineer will apply engineering principles to both new and existing operations, with responsibilities ranging from process design to the evaluation and implementation of new technologies. This role requires strong technical knowledge and effective communication skills to ensure that safety, quality, production, and cost objectives are achieved.

Job Responsibilities

• Work with company expertise and technology partners. Apply innovative approaches as joint effort with Production and Maintenance
• Assist new product development and new technology assessment
• Support capital projects and startups, including the application of the ten core Process Engineering competencies
• Develop process simulation models to fundamentally understand and benchmark plant performance
• Partner with Production to implement and transfer advanced process control (APC) and optimization applications
• Serve as a resource and networking point for engineering colleagues through coaching, mentoring, and training
• Participate in multi-disciplinary teams to develop standard plant performance metrics and maximize shareholder value
• Drive standards for engineering excellence to new levels; capture and propagate best practices
• Develop communication and teamwork skills across functional and divisional boundaries. Potential interactions include but not limited to: safety, production, management, project engineering, energy, cost accounting, process control, commercial, vendors, partners, maintenance, legal, inter-department, inter-plant, research, and corporate resources

Required Skills

• Strong commitment to working safely, the safety of others, and safe design
• Dedication to continuous improvement and professional skill development
• Experience with process control, including FLEX and APC
• Willingness to spend time in plant areas – tolerate extreme temperatures, walk long distances, stand, climb stairs and ladders and move through close spaces
• Ability to work effectively on both co-located and geographically dispersed teams
• General knowledge of codes, relevant standards and materials of construction

Required Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• A minimum of three (3) years of experience in plant operations
• Familiarity with OSHA and Process Safety Management (PSM) standards.
• Experience working with process control systems.
• Understanding of food safety, quality, and regulatory requirements
• Experience supporting capital projects, reviewing Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs) and Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), and assisting with the commissioning of new equipment.

Desired Experience

• Five (5) years of experience in oilseed crushing, solvent extraction, edible oil refining, biodiesel production, or vegetable oil processing facilities.
• Knowledge of seed preparation, extraction, distillation, refining, grain handling, drying, and utility systems.
• Participation in Performance Excellence initiatives, including Losses to Action, DMAIC projects, and Zero-Failure deployments.
• Experience leading continuous improvement initiatives to increase oil recovery, reduce solvent losses, and improve energy efficiency.
• Participation in HAZOP studies, Process Hazard Analyses (PHAs), and risk assessments.
• Experience with SAP or similar ERP systems.

ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.

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.

#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 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

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.

The pay range for this position is expected to be between: $72,900.00 - $136,200.00