Technology Engineer - Decatur, IL
Company: Archer Daniels Midland
Location: Decatur
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Technology Engineer - Decatur, IL Position Summary The
Technology Engineer applies engineering expertise to support and
optimize operations at the Decatur Vitamin E facility. This role
leads and supports activities ranging from process design and
process optimization to the evaluation and implementation of new
and emerging technologies. The Technology Engineer ensures plant
process systems are effectively designed, installed, operated, and
maintained to deliver safe, reliable, and efficient performance
while supporting continuous improvement and operational excellence.
Essential Job Functions Display a dedication to lead, develop and
support safety and promote a safety culture. Promote continuous
process safety improvement. Benchmark the location versus internal
and external best available technologies and drive improvements.
Manage and prioritize the Wave portfolio in cooperation with the
Plant Manager and Technology Director. Develop and maintain a
5-year project portfolio to include capital budgeting and execution
while maintaining a balance between NDE (non-discretionary
expenditures), Cost Improvement, and productivity/growth
Collaborate with the appropriate COE’s to ensure alignment of
technology. Explore, propose and/or champion new process
technologies and equipment suppliers. Assist plant operations in
solving applicable technical problems. Support the facility in
setting up goals. Work closely with company subject matter experts
on the implementation of innovative approaches to plant operation
and maintenance. Act as a resource for plant process engineers
through coaching, mentoring, and conducting training sessions.
Required Skills Dedication to working safely and to the awareness
for the safety of others. Strong knowledge of a variety of process
unit operations. Experience with optimization/analytical processes
and tools. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for
working with plant engineers, operators, and management Working
knowledge of common process drawings and documentation, such as
P&IDs, PFDs, Material & Energy Balances, and control narratives
Willingness to spend time in plant areas – tolerate extreme
temperatures, walk long distances, stand, climb stairs and ladders
and move through close spaces. Ability to work effectively on a
team as well as independently while traveling to remote plant
locations. High level of motivation and results-oriented way of
working. Required Education Bachelor's Degree in the fields of
Chemistry, Food Processing, Production Manufacturing, Engineering,
Technology, or other related field. Required Experience Minimum 5
years’ experience with plant process systems. Desired Experience
Operations supervision and/or Process/Project Engineer. Before
applying for an exempt, non-exempt or hourly job opportunity, you
are expected to initiate a discussion and share your intentions
with your supervisor. * If you’ve been in your current position for
more than 18 months, supervisor approval is not required. * If
you’ve been in your current position for less than 18 months,
verbal supervisor approval is required. ?Hiring Manager- Chris
Martin ? Recruiter- Ashley Medina About ADM At ADM, we unlock the
power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With
industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients
and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to
sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the
nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We’re a global leader
in human and animal nutrition and the world’s premier agricultural
origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights,
facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled
capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and
wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the
solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over. Learn more
at www.adm.com. Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple
individualized factors, including market location, job-related
knowledge, skills, and experience. Hourly and salaried non-exempt
employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying
overtime hours. If hired, employees will be in an “at-will
position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as
well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at
any time, including for reasons related to individual performance,
Company or individual department/team performance, and market
factors. The pay range for this position is expected to be
between:
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