Technology Engineer, East Plant - Decatur, IL

Illinoisagconnection; Decatur (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agribusiness company seeks a Technology Engineer at their Decatur East Plant, responsible for optimizing processes and driving innovation in operational capabilities. The role requires a strong technical background in engineering, proven experience in project management, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to implement technology solutions. Ideal candidates should be proactive in seeking improvements while ensuring safety and effectiveness in operations.

Qualifications

• BS in Chemical, Mechanical, Agricultural or similar technical discipline.
• 5+ years related experience.
• Dedication to working safely.

Responsibilities

• Lead optimization and innovation in plant performance.
• Manage CAPEX planning and project scope.
• Support plant projects and provide technical guidance.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Problem Solving

Education

BS of Engineering

Job description

Providing Global Talent Solutions in Agriculture and Food

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Job Details

Job Title:

Technology Engineer, East Plant - Decatur, IL

Location:

Decatur , IL , Midwest United States ,USA

Company:

Archer Daniels Midland Company (ADM)

Industry Sector:

Agribusiness

Industry Type:

Input Retail, Cooperative and Related Crop Services

Career Type:

Engineering

Job Type:

Full Time

Minimum Years Experience Required:

N/A

Salary:

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Job Description

Technology Engineer - Decatur East

This is an exempt-level position, reporting to the Technology Manager - Protein & Specialty Ingredients.

Position Summary:

The mission of the specialty ingredients technology center is to enable growth, innovation, and optimization while providing on-going process oversite and support through technology leadership.

The technology engineer, under the guidance of a technology manager, is responsible for leading optimization, innovation and capex portfolio management within an operating area. This individual is a key partner and stakeholder in plant performance, should be a subject matter expert on processing systems and technology in their area, and is a core member of the operations leadership team.

Additionally, the technology engineer is a leader in collaboration with commercial teams and R&D on identifying and deploying new technologies and systems for the growth and improvement of our business.

Job Responsibilities:

• CAPEX planning, prioritization and tracking; Active Participation in the portfolio management process
• Guide and drive the technical scope for capex projects
• Partner with operations leadership in the development of site capital budgeting
• Act as a super user of WAVE project management software for oversight and managing the portfolio of initiatives within the region
• Drive accountability of initiative and project execution
• Support the prioritization of the Project portfolio in cooperation with the Plant Manager, Business stakeholders and the Technology Director
• Support plant projects including the FEL process; this could also include oversight of contract engineers
• Function as a manufacturing technology resource for plant operations leaders
• Implement and track performance metrics to maintain or improve the effectiveness of operating assets
• Develop process knowledge required to guide plant engineers in the optimization of unit operations and the achievement of production targets
• Participate in the development of SOPs, MOC and commissioning for specialized equipment that is specified by the Technology group
• Manage emergency support as needed
• Assist plant personnel with the diagnosis of operational difficulties and provide recommendations for corrective action
• Actively participate in the operations performance management process
• Function as a champion to propose new technologies
• Champion initiatives related to the design, development, implementation and maintenance of automation, process control and optimization applications
• Drive a culture of Safety and Food Safety by partnering with operations teams on technology solutions
• Proactively collaborate with all ADM Technology Centers to drive results

Required Qualifications:

• BS of Engineering, preferably Chemical, Mechanical, Agricultural or a similar technical discipline
• 5+ years of related experience
• Dedication to working safely and to the awareness for the safety of others
• Excellent communication and people skills for working with plant personnel and regional management
• Willingness to spend time in plant areas - tolerate extreme temperatures, walk long distances, stand, climb stairs and ladders and move through close spaces
• Team player with a propensity for collaboration
• Ability to work effectively on a team as well as independently
• Ability to travel up to 50% of the time, including internationally

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in a project or process engineering role in the food or protein technologies industry is preferred
• Operations leadership experience is preferred
• Demonstrated problem solving, diagnostic and analytical skills, with a result focused approach
• Demonstrated strategic mindset
• Self-motivated work habits and capable of prioritizing and balancing resources between multiple simultaneous initiatives
• General knowledge of software applications and willingness to learn and utilize new applications as needed
• Direct experience in applicable manufacturing unit operations preferred, for example: liquid/Solid extraction, distillation, centrifugation, filtration, spray drying, dry blending, extrusion and packaging
• Controls and plant automation knowledge or experience

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 all requirements. 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 may be available for this opportunity.

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