Process Engineer - Enderlin, ND

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Job Title: Process Engineer - Enderlin, ND
Location: Enderlin, ND, 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 Engineer - Enderlin, ND

This is an exempt, salary level position.

Position Summary:

This position is responsible for driving process improvements across all facets of production by contributing directly to project development from conception through start-up. You will apply engineering principles to both new and existing facilities, covering tasks from process design to evaluating and implementing new technologies regarding isolated protein and beans. A key component of this role is the continuous pursuit of operational excellence through data-driven decision making and structured problem solving. You may also assist in managing day-to-day operations, tracking and analyzing department costs, yields, quality, and process performance, while mentoring engineers. The role will require collaboration with contractors, ADM management, process operators, and other key stakeholders.

Position Responsibilities:

Oversight of specific processes and projects. Project management may require purchasing of materials and supplies, equipment installation, budget tracking, employee training, and start-up support.
Troubleshooting processes, performing root cause analysis (RCA), and implementing countermeasures and corrective actions using DMAIC methodology and continuous improvement tools.
Apply data-based decision making to identify trends, drive improvements, and support performance monitoring initiatives.
Assist in day-to-day operations, including shift coverage as needed, while continuously identifying opportunities for efficiency and reliability improvements.
Design, develop, and manage projects aligned with operational goals, focused on enhancing safety, productivity, and sustainability.
Conduct optimization assessments to identify existing and potential opportunities. Propose and implement solutions to improve performance in areas such as energy efficiency, chemical usage, product yields, and equipment reliability.
Support capital projects including control strategy development, P&ID management, process control narrative administration, and process start-up planning.
Train and mentor colleagues, with the potential of indirectly supervising 10 to 30 hourly employees, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

Minimum Job Requirements:

3+ years of plant operations experience
Knowledge of a variety of process unit operations including dryers, flash systems, and centrifuges
Protein extraction background is preferred
Experience with pea or soy protein processing and a solid understanding of bean handling and characteristics is strongly preferred
A project management background is preferred
Strong Commitment to Safety and Food Safety
Demonstrated Leadership
Demonstrated Strong Problem-Solving Skills
Good Written and Verbal Communication Skills
Ability to manage personnel and work closely with Plant and Corporate teams
Ability to look beyond the task at hand, to anticipate challenges and develop options to overcome them

Education/Training:

B.S. in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, or Ag Preferred - Industrial or Electrical considered)

Working Conditions:

Dust
Chemicals / Irritants

The scope of the position requires exposure to and use of chemicals, solvents, and cleaners that may be hazardous and/or cause injury if specific instructions regarding their mixture, use, and disposal/storage are not properly followed.

Inside areas:

Spring / Summer: Temperatures in some areas of the facility will be up to or exceed 100 degrees
Fall / Winter: Temperatures in the facility may be at or below freezing.

Outside areas:

Spring / Summer: Outside temperature may be up to or exceed 100 degrees with potential for high humidity. May be exposed to inclement weather conditions including, but not limited to, rain and wind.
Fall / Winter: Outside temperatures may reach freezing or below. May be exposed to inclement weather including, freezing rain, sleet, snow and wind.

Some manufacturing processes within the facility are highly reliant on machinery and other processing equipment and, as a result, noise levels may reach or exceed 85 decibels and require use of hearing protection for most of the work shift.

Physical Requirements:

Able to lift and transport materials and equipment weighing up to 30 pounds on a frequent basis, up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis and up to 55 pounds overhead.
Lifting or carrying of weights over 50 pounds is rare. Employees are encouraged to request assistance in lifting or carrying objects that weigh more than 50 pounds.
Able to traverse up to two (2) miles during the course of a work day.
Able to move about or to a work site by stooping, bending, kneeling or squatting frequently during the course of a work day. May require periods of prolonged sitting or standing.
Able to operate equipment or diagnose / detect issues of machinery that may be located at different heights. May require work on ladders, scaffolding or other work at heights.
Requires a full range of physical motion in order to operate manual and electrically powered tools and test equipment, to move throughout the facility, including climbing stairs in all buildings, and to work at heights.

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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Job Post Date: 04/16/25