Process Automation Engineer I

About the Role

The Process Automation Engineer will provide support for the industrial control systems across the ADM Decatur complex. This role is responsible for maintaining and improving operations through project implementation, troubleshooting, and standard work. The engineer will collaborate with Operations Teams and other Technology Centers to execute projects while applying global standards. Proactively seek opportunities for process automation to mitigate risk, improve efficiency, and drive optimization projects. Support and advance the modernization, standardization, and documentation of process automation systems. Contribute to plant culture by supporting safety initiatives and improvement projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Understand and ensure full compliance with safety and other EHS requirements.
• Develop and maintain knowledge of production processes, equipment, and operations to develop, improve, and maintain process controls and safety interlocks.
• Develop or modify controls programming and configurations to achieve desired automation solutions.
• Troubleshoot systems to identify and resolve hardware or software deficiencies.
• Develop and maintain documentation of industrial automation and controls hardware and software related to process automation control systems.
• Pursue and maintain industry-specific training and certifications.
• Skillfully manage multiple projects simultaneously in an environment of competing priorities.
• Maintain awareness of and adhere to cybersecurity fundamentals.
• Work with third-party suppliers/contractors.
• Effectively coach and develop other colleagues.
• Possess strong documentation and organizational skills.
• Possess strong communication skills.
• Work well within groups and with minimal supervision to meet team and project goals.
• Act as a highly-motivated, self-starter.
• Capable of working in extreme temperatures, including the ability to climb stairs, lift and move a minimum of 40 pounds, and sit and stand for long periods of time.
• Able to work in confined spaces and at heights.
• Available for on-call rotation for off-hours, holiday, and weekend coverage.
• Occasional company travel may be required.

Safety

• Ensure the safety of all personnel through compliance with occupational safety and health regulations.
• Demonstrate safety leadership through participation in all safety processes with a goal of zero injuries.
• Learn and apply company safety and compliance standards across departments.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Experience with or desire to learn industrial controls programming for multiple systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair issues with process control systems.
• Ability to work safely with and around AC & DC voltages up to 120V.
• Knowledge of industrial process control systems including controllers, instrumentation, AC/DC electrical systems, Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs).
• Awareness of cybersecurity fundamentals.

Qualifications

• Completing a BS in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field in December 2026 or May 2027.