Lead Engineer, Process Automation Project Team - Des Moines, IA
This is a full time, exempt-level position located on-site at our complex in Des Moines, IA.
Position Description
The Process Automation Project Team Engineer will provide project support of automation systems to focus on company modernization efforts. Through guidance, specialized automation knowledge, and standard work, they will collaborate with Operations and the Technology Center to execute projects while applying global standards.
This individual will proactively seek opportunities for automation to mitigate risk, improve efficiency, and drive optimization within modernization projects. Additionally, they will support and advance the standardization and documentation of automation systems.
This position will also provide high-level technical support to automation colleagues at the plant level to serve as subject matter experts on the various process control platforms utilized by ADM.
Position Requirements
Understands and is accountable for full compliance with safety and other EHS requirements
Maintain a thorough knowledge of production processes, equipment and operations in the interest of developing, improving and maintaining process and safety interlocks
Develop or modify Automation controls to achieve desired control processes, and troubleshoot systems to identify and resolve hardware or software deficiencies
Recommend the use of company and contract resources equally to support projects deliverables and timelines
Utilize capital project guidelines to prioritize process automation projects from concept through project approval and delivery
Develop and maintain documentation of automation hardware and software related to automation control systems
Demonstrate ability to work well within groups or with minimal supervision to meet department goals
Communicate status updates and suggestions for improvements
Pursue/maintain industry specific training and certifications relative to this position and for career advancement
Demonstrate ability to effectively coach and develop other colleagues
Act as technical lead for modernization of a plants control systems
Work to provide governance and oversight of automation vendors delivering modernization
Possess ability to work in extreme temperatures; must have the ability to climb stairs, lift and move a minimum of 40 pounds, and sit and stand for long periods of time, and should be able to work in confined spaces and heights
Ability to travel as required
Required Qualifications
10+ years of experience with process control in an industrial environment
Experience with Emerson DeltaV, Novatech D/3 systems, or Rockwell PlantPAx Distributed Control System (DCS) applications
Familiarity with Industrial Networks (ie. TCP/IP, ControlNet®, DH+, Modbus, etc.) and Operational Technology
Knowledge of Industrial Process Control including instrumentation, AC/DC Electrical systems, Piping & Instrument Diagrams
Ability to troubleshoot, solve, and repair issues with control systems and work safely with and around AC & DC voltages up to 120V
Preferred Qualifications
A Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Computer Science, Automation, or another similar Engineering or technical discipline
Excited about this role but don't meet every requirement listed? Studies show that often applicants will self-select out if they don't check every box. 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 with this position.
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Job Reference: 112110
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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
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Job Post Date: 08/28/26
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