Process Engineer - Decatur, IL

Archer Daniels Midland•Decatur, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Decatur West Plant is seeking a Process Engineer to drive operational improvements and optimize processes. As a member of the West Plant engineering team, this role collaborates with colleagues to support operational excellence and improved plant reliability. The Process Engineer partners with production departments to lead improvements from conception through start-up, applying engineering and performance excellence principles to operate, troubleshoot, and improve chemical and mechanical processes. The role also reviews area department costs, yields, quality, and process performance to identify opportunities for improvement.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering; Chemical, Mechanical, or Agricultural Engineering is specified.
At least 2 years of process engineering experience; experience in chemical manufacturing or an agricultural processing facility is preferred.
Experience troubleshooting equipment, including basic knowledge of maintenance PM activities, operational KPI development, control-systems troubleshooting, and data analytics using PI, PIaF, and Excel.
Strong problem-solving, diagnostic, and analytical skills, with a results-focused approach.
Strong leadership, change-management, and project/program management skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate proactively and reliably.
Drive for success, continuous-improvement approach, and consistently positive attitude and outlook.
Willingness to work in an industrial environment that may involve loud noise, chemical hazards, and dirty conditions.
Ability to climb stairs, lift 50 pounds, stand and sit for extended periods, perform computer work, work in confined spaces and at heights, bend, kneel, work adjusted hours, and work as instructed.
Prompt attendance is required.
Employees at the Decatur West Plant may be exposed to chemical and food allergens.
Successful completion of a background check is required.

Nice To Haves

Project management experience, including budgeting and scheduling projects and working with contractors.
Experience in an OSHA Process Safety Management (PSM) area.

Responsibilities

Oversee specific processes and projects within the department.
Manage projects, including purchasing materials and supplies, equipment installation, budget tracking, employee training, and project start-up.
Develop process KPIs, identify improvement methods and critical unit-operation functions, identify departmental pain points, and create action plans.
Use lean manufacturing principles such as DMAIC to optimize and stabilize unit operations.
Support daily operations troubleshooting and trend analysis, using root-cause analysis tools such as 5 Whys and fishbone diagrams for process upsets.
Facilitate change management through the MOC process for permanent and temporary changes.
Maintain process documentation for compliance, including P&IDs, Process Control Narratives, Operating Targets and Ranges, and Process Safety Information; provide technical training to the department.
Identify and comply with safety, food safety, and environmental requirements while performing work.
Work with maintenance, controls, process, and quality personnel to plan and develop process improvements and projects.

Benefits

Medical and prescription coverage
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
On-site wellness center access or gym reimbursement, as applicable
Flexible spending accounts
Health savings account
401(k) with matching contributions
Cash balance plan
Discounted employee stock purchasing program
Life insurance
Disability coverage
Workers’ compensation
Legal assistance
Identity theft protection
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Resource Groups
Colleague Giving Programs
Paid time off, including paid holidays
Adoption assistance
Paid maternity and parental leave
Tuition assistance
Company-sponsored training and development resources, including LinkedIn Learning, language training, and mentoring programs