Environmental Manager - Decatur, IL

Apply to this position

Job Title: Environmental Manager - 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
Job Type: Full Time

Job Description: Job Description

Environmental Manager - Decatur, IL

We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Environmental Manager to lead environmental oversight and compliance for our Carbon Capture and Sequestration (CCS) projects. This role is responsible for ensuring that all aspects of CCS operations, including capture, injection, monitoring, and closure are conducted in full compliance with federal, state, and local environmental regulations. The manager will play a pivotal role in permitting, reporting, and coordination with regulatory agencies such as the EPA, DOE, and state environmental authorities. This position will report to the Decatur Area Environmental Manager and be located with in the Decatur, IL complex.

Main Responsibilities:

Lead the environmental permitting process for Class VI injection wells and associated CCS infrastructure
Interpret and ensure compliance with federal and state CCS regulations, including but not limited to the Clean Air Act (CAA), Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA), and the Illinois Safe CCS Act
Prepare and review documentation for air permitting, UIC permits, Illinois Safe CCA Act, and Environmental Impact Statements/Assessments (EIS/EAs). Maintain an electronic EHS database and update as new permits are issued
Develop, implement, and oversee Monitoring, Reporting, and Verification (MRV) plans
Serve as the primary environmental point of contact for CCS projects across capture and storage phases
Lead cross-functional teams in the development and implementation of CCS-related environmental programs
Coordinate with engineering, legal, sustainability, and external consultants to ensure alignment with environmental goals and permitting milestones
Represent the company in communications with regulatory agencies, community stakeholders, and industry groups
Conduct internal audits and environmental performance reviews for CCS operations
Lead incident investigations and corrective actions related to environmental deviations or noncompliance

Skills:

Strong problem solving, diagnostic and analytical skills, with a results focused approach
Strong leadership and change management skills
Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills, with the ability to handle multiple projects at once
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, acts as a reliable pro-active communicator
Strong presentation and writing skills
Sound project/program management skills

Additional Qualifications:

BS/BA degree in Engineering, Geology, Environmental Management or another related program preferred
5+ years' experience with progressive responsibility preferably in a process industrial environment, ideally in the oil and gas or carbon capture industries
Knowledge and experience with Illinois and federal air quality permitting and compliance requirements
Familiarity with technologies used in monitoring Class VI wells
Familiarity with environmental justice regulations and stakeholder outreach
Must communicate effectively with engineering and operations technical staff, legal counsel, and regulatory agency personnel
This position requires the ability to work in a variety of conditions such as an office environment, indoors/outdoors, hot/cold weather as well as physical demands such as standing, kneeling, and sitting for prolonged periods of time, climbing stairs/ladders and the ability to work in confined spaces in a variety of environmental conditions

Excited about this role but don't think you meet every requirement listed? 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.

REF:110940BR

#IncludingYou

Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are cornerstones of ADM's efforts to continue innovating, driving growth, and delivering outstanding performance. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and create welcoming, truly inclusive work environments - environments that enable every ADM colleague to feel comfortable on the job, make meaningful contributions to our success, and grow their career. We respect and value the unique backgrounds and experiences that each person can bring to ADM because we know that diversity of perspectives makes us better, together.

We welcome everyone to apply. We are committed to ensuring all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, language, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law

To apply please click on APPLY TO THIS POSITION

Job Post Date: 07/13/26