Process Automation Engineer - Columbus, NE

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Job Title: Process Automation Engineer - Columbus, NE
Location: Columbus, NE, Midwest United States, USA

Company: Archer Daniels Midland Company (ADM)
Industry Sector: Agribusiness
Industry Type: Input Retail, Cooperative and Related Crop Services
Career Type: Engineering
Job Type: Full Time

Job Description: Job Description

Process Automation Engineer - Columbus, NE

Full-Time | Exempt | On-Site

ADM is seeking a Process Automation Engineer to support and improve our industrial control systems at our Columbus, NE campus. You'll play a key role in advancing operational excellence, safety, and innovation through automation projects and systems modernization.

What You'll Do:

Design, develop, and troubleshoot industrial control systems
Implement and maintain process automation software and hardware
Collaborate across teams to identify and execute improvement opportunities
Document configurations, standards, and safety interlocks
Ensure cybersecurity and safety compliance in automation systems
Support third-party suppliers/contractors as needed
Participate in an on-call rotation for off-hours and holiday coverage

Who You Are:

A proactive, hands-on problem solver who thrives in industrial environments
Skilled in controls programming, system diagnostics, and project execution
Comfortable working in extreme temperatures, confined spaces, and heights
A clear communicator with strong documentation and organizational skills
A self-starter who can lead or contribute to cross-functional teams

Requirements:

2+ years of experience in process control within an industrial setting
Experience with AC/DC electrical systems and voltages up to 120V
Familiarity with P&IDs, instrumentation, and control systems
Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities

Preferred Experience:

Bachelor's (or Associate's) degree in Engineering or related technical field
Experience with DCS/PLC platforms: Emerson DeltaV, Honeywell, Allen Bradley, Wonderware, Plant PAX, etc.
Familiarity with data historians (e.g., Aveva PI) and industrial networks (TCP/IP, Modbus, etc.)

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.

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

We welcome everyone to apply, especially those individuals who are underrepresented in our industry, as we strive to ensure our workforce represents the world that we help to feed: people of color, women, gender non-conforming, LGBTQIA+, veterans and persons with disabilities. For more information regarding our efforts to advance Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging, please visit our website here: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion | ADM.

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Job Post Date: 05/20/25