Inspection Data Management System SME - Decatur, IL

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Job Title: Inspection Data Management System SME - 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

Inspection Data Management System SME - Decatur, IL

This is a permanent, full-time, exempt-level position.

Position Summary

The Corporate IDMS Subject Matter Expert SME) provides enterprise-wide leadership, governance, and technical expertise for the company's Inspection Data Management System (IDMS).

This role is responsible for ensuring the system effectively supports Mechanical Integrity (MI) and Risk-Based Inspection (RBI) programs across all operating sites.

The SME serves as the central point of contact between corporate engineering, site inspection teams, IT, and software vendors-driving standardization, data accuracy, compliance, and continuous improvement of IDMS processes company-wide.

Key Responsibilities

Corporate System Governance & Administration

Serve as the corporate technical authority and system owner for the company's IDMS (e.g., Visions, PCMS, Meridium, PSAim, Credo, etc.)
Develop and maintain global configuration standards, data governance rules, and workflow procedures
Establish and enforce consistent equipment hierarchy, data fields, and naming conventions across all sites
Coordinate system upgrades, new module implementations, and vendor support with IT and site administrators
Oversee user access control, permissions, and cybersecurity compliance
Create and maintain MI Dashboards for visibility into upcoming inspections, end of life, corrosion rates, etc.

Program Standardization & Compliance Support

Ensure the IDMS supports corporate MI program objectives and compliance with API 510, 570, 653, NBIC, EPA: 40 CFR 68.73, and OSHA PSM: 29 CFR 1910.119(j)
Lead development and rollout of standardized inspection templates, forms, custom reports, and dashboards to drive consistency across facilities
Monitor data quality and system utilization at each site; identify gaps and coordinate corrective actions
Support internal and external audits by ensuring data traceability and documentation accuracy
Align IDMS configurations with RBI methodologies and corporate risk assessment processes

Site Support & Training

Act as the primary corporate resource for site-level IDMS administrators, inspectors, and engineers
Provide troubleshooting, process guidance, and issue resolution for site users
Conduct periodic site visits to evaluate system use, train users, and identify improvement opportunities
Lead refresher and advanced training for new users and power users
Serve as liaison between site MI teams, IT, and vendors for technical or functional support

Continuous Improvement & System Enhancement

Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize workflows, automate reporting, and enhance system integration
Collaborate with data analytics teams to develop enterprise-level dashboards and KPI reporting tools (e.g., Power BI)
Evaluate and recommend system enhancements, including integration with CMMS, RBI, and document management systems
Support digital transformation efforts related to inspection data, asset reliability, and integrity management

Core Competencies

Strategic systems thinking and standardization
Technical expertise and data integrity management
Communication and cross-functional collaboration
Analytical and problem-solving skills
Leadership, mentoring, and user development
Continuous improvement and innovation mindset

Additional Information

Up to 50% Travel to operating sites is required to provide training, audits, and implementation support
This role is critical in ensuring consistency, reliability, and regulatory compliance across the company's Mechanical Integrity and Inspection programs
The SME will work closely with corporate Asset Management & Engineering, site MI teams, IT, and external vendors to maintain a unified, high-performing IDMS platform

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, or a similar technical discipline, OR equivalent professional experience
7+ years of experience in Mechanical Integrity or Inspection programs, with at least 3 years managing or supporting an IDMS
Proven experience implementing or supporting IDMS systems in a refining, petrochemical, agriculture, or heavy industrial environment
Strong working knowledge of API 510, API 570, API 571, API 653, NBIC, RMP, and PSM compliance requirements
Ability to manage complex datasets and system configurations across multiple sites
High proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)
Excellent communication, coordination, and stakeholder engagement skills
Ability to travel as necessary, up to 50% of the time

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with multiple IDMS platforms (e.g., Visions, PCMS, Credo, Meridium, PSAim)
Working knowledge of RBI methodologies and integration with inspection databases
Familiarity with CMMS systems (SAP, Maximo) and data interface management
Proficiency with Power BI, SQL, or other data analytics/reporting tools
Prior corporate-level experience providing system governance and training support
Project management experience supporting the implementation, upgrade, or migration of inspection and asset management systems

Excited about this role but don't think you meet every requirement listed? Studies have shown that applicants may self "select-out" of consideration if they do not meet all posted requirements. 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. Relocation assistance is available for this opportunity.

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Job Post Date: 06/17/26