Senior Mechanical Piping Engineer - Decatur, IL

Archer Daniels Midland • Decatur, IL

21h • Onsite

About The Position

This is a full-time, exempt-level position located on site at ADM's complex in Decatur, IL. The Senior Mechanical Piping Engineer will be responsible for the design, development, and management of piping systems and pressure vessels for various projects, and for the development and review of company standards and specifications. This role requires a deep understanding of mechanical engineering principles, piping design, and project management. The successful candidate will lead project teams, coordinate with clients and stakeholders, and ensure that all project requirements are met on time and within budget.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
• Current Professional Engineer (PE) license, or ability to obtain within 2 years of employment
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in mechanical engineering
• Proven experience in leading and managing engineering projects from concept to completion
• Proficiency in using engineering design software such as AutoCAD, FEA programs PIPE-FLOW, Codeware Inspect (vessel design), and AutoPipe (pipe stress analysis)
• Significant experience using industry standards and codes (e.g., ASME, ANSI, API, PIP)
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously

Nice To Haves

• Master’s or other advanced degree is a plus
• Significant experience with ASME piping and vessel design
• Engineering experience with heat transfer and fluid dynamics
• Past experience as a contributing member of an industrial standards steering committee is preferred
• Deep knowledge of pressure piping, and piping components such as flanges, fittings, valves, expansion joints, regulators

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of piping systems for various industrial projects
• Perform detailed engineering calculations and analysis to ensure the integrity and safety of piping systems and pressure vessels
• Develop and review piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs), isometric drawings, and other technical documentation
• Coordinate with other engineering disciplines, project managers, and clients to ensure seamless project execution
• Conduct site visits and inspections to assess project progress and compliance with design specifications
• Prepare project schedules, budgets, and resource plans
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and design team members, and support to help them grow in their roles
• Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards, codes, and regulations
• Identify and mitigate potential project risks and issues
• Stay updated with the latest industry trends, technologies, and best practices in piping design and mechanical engineering
• Work closely with the MPP (Mechanical, Process, Piping) department manager or Project Manager to ensure project alignment, resource allocation, and successful project delivery
• Assist with maintaining a lessons learned register to capture insights and improvements from completed projects
• Manage standards development within the department to ensure consistency, quality, and compliance with industry best practices

Benefits

• Relocation assistance is available for this opportunity.
• medical/Rx, dental, vision and on-site wellness center access or gym reimbursement (as applicable).
• 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.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and Colleague Giving Programs (ADM Cares).
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior