Regional Engineering Manager - Columbus, NE

Archer Daniels Midland•Columbus, NE

1d•Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

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

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

Benefits

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.