Regional Engineering Manager - Decatur, IL

ADM; Decatur (IL); On-site; USD 92,800 - 174,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with matching contributions

Tuition assistance

Paid time off, including holidays

Job summary

A leading agricultural origination and processing company is seeking a Regional Engineering Manager in Decatur, IL. This permanent, full-time role involves providing technical leadership for engineering projects, collaborating with various teams, and mentoring junior engineers. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and at least 10 years of experience in process industries. The company offers competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive engineering experience in process industries.
• Proven track record in detailed engineering design and capital project engineering.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the Owner’s Engineer, providing technical leadership across projects.
• Review and evaluate EPC proposals for compliance with project requirements.
• Mentor and develop junior engineering staff to promote growth.

Skills

Technical and commercial acumen

Leadership and team development

Project planning and execution

Quality and risk management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

Engineering design tools

Project management systems

Job description

This is a permanent, full-time, exempt-level position reporting to the manager of Engineering Services.

Ideal work locations for this position include Decatur, IL; Omaha, NE; Lincoln, NE; Fremont, NE; Columbus, NE; Des Moines, IA; Cedar Rapids, IA; Clinton, IA; Kansas City, MO; St Louis, MO; Minneapolis, MN; Marshall, MN; Mankato, MN; Chattanooga, TN; Dawson, GA; Valdosta, GA; or Erlanger, KY.

This is not a remote position as the individual needs to report into an ADM site.

Position Summary

The Regional Engineering Manager will serve as the primary technical authority and “Owner’s Engineer” for assigned operational and capital projects within the region.

This role provides leadership and oversight across all engineering disciplines to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient technical project delivery for ADM’s processing plants.

The position acts as the central point of contact for all engineering matters, interfacing closely with Mechanical Integrity, Structural Integrity, Engineering Services, Reliability, Safety, Automation, Plant Operations, and CAPEX teams to ensure alignment with corporate standards and operational objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Function as the Owner’s Engineer, providing technical leadership, assurance, and oversight for all engineering activities on regional projects
• Serve as the central engineering interface between project teams, EPC contractors, and internal stakeholders including Mechanical Integrity, Structural Integrity, Engineering Services, Reliability, Safety, Plant Operations, and CAPEX groups
• Lead the preparation, coordination, and review of detailed engineering design packages across multiple disciplines (process, mechanical, electrical, civil/structural, instrumentation, automation, etc.)
• Develop and assemble technical bid packages, defining scope of work, design basis, specifications, and evaluation criteria
• Review and evaluate EPC proposals, engineering deliverables, and contractor submittals to ensure compliance with project requirements, standards, and best practices
• Manage full engineering scope, schedule, budget, and resource allocation for small capital/OPEX projects
• Provide technical assurance throughout project development, design, and execution phases
• Collaborate with project management, procurement, construction, and operations teams to ensure seamless project execution and alignment with business objectives
• Serve as local site engineering liaison and support business development and capital planning by providing technical input and feasibility assessments
• Development and ownership of internal standards and practices related to new equipment from specification through installation phase
• Support on-going continuous improvement and synergy development across ADM’s business functional units
• Mentor and develop junior engineering staff, promoting technical excellence, accountability, and professional growth
• Identify and mitigate technical and execution risks to ensure safe, reliable, and cost-effective project outcomes

Key Competencies

• Technical and commercial acumen
• Cross-functional collaboration and influence
• Leadership and team development
• Strategic and analytical thinking
• Project planning and execution
• Quality and risk management
• Continuous improvement mindset

Travel

• Willingness to travel to site locations for project needs expected, up to 25% of time

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical, Civil, or related discipline)
• Professional licenses such as PE/PMP or equivalent
• 10+ years of progressive engineering experience in the process industries — such as oil & gas, specialty chemicals, food & beverage, or agricultural processing
• Proven track record in detailed engineering design, and small and large capital project engineering
• Demonstrated ability to act as Owner’s Engineer, coordinating multi-discipline engineering efforts and interfacing across diverse functional teams
• Experience preparing and evaluating technical bid packages and EPC proposals
• Strong knowledge of engineering standards, codes, and regulatory requirements applicable to process industry projects
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills
• Proficiency with engineering design tools, project management systems, and digital collaboration platforms

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with fixed equipment design and/or fitness for service analysis; includes but not limited to pressure vessels, storage tanks, fired equipment, silos, bins, etc. is a plus
• Experience with rotating equipment troubleshooting and/or specifications; includes but not limited to pumps, agitators, compressors, and/or mechanical seals is a plus
• Experience with design for food / sanitary services, e.g., 3-A, ASME BPE, etc. is a plus
• OSHA PSM
• Experience with metallurgy, corrosion, welding, non-destructive examinations is a plus

Excited about this role but don’t think you meet every requirement listed? Studies have shown that applicants may self “select-out” of consideration if they don’t meet every qualification. We encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this role or another one of our openings.

ADM requires the successful completion of a background check. Relocation assistance is available for this opportunity.

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 $92,800.00 - $174,000.00

Salaried Incentive Plan

The total compensation package for this position will also include annual bonus and a long-term incentive plan

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.

Including You

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.