Process Automation Engineer I - Decatur, IL This is an exempt level position. Are you ready to launch your career with a global leader that values innovation, collaboration, and growth? As a new graduate, you’ll have the opportunity to apply your knowledge, learn from experienced professionals, and make an immediate impact in a company recognized for excellence. A few highlights about ADM: • We have an award-winning early career program! ADM is proud to be a 2026 recipient of Handshake’s Early Career Talent award as well as the RippleMatch Campus Forward Award! • ADM was named one of America's Most Responsible Companies by Newsweek. • 2025 Innovation Award for ADM’s Regenerative Agriculture Program. • U.S. Newsweek America’s Greatest Workplaces in Manufacturing - Best Companies to Work For in 2025. Job Description: The Process Automation Engineer will provide support for the industrial control systems across the ADM Decatur complex to maintain and improve operations through project implementation, troubleshooting, and standard work. They will work with Operations Teams and other Technology Centers to execute projects while applying global standards. This person will proactively seek opportunities for process automation to mitigate risk, improve efficiency, and drive optimization projects. Additionally, they will support and advance the modernization, standardization, and documentation of process automation systems. The Process Automation Engineer will also contribute to plant culture by supporting safety initiatives and improvement projects. Job Requirements: • Understands and is accountable for full compliance with safety and other EHS requirements • Develop and maintain knowledge of production processes, equipment and operations in the interest of developing, improving and maintaining process controls and safety interlocks • Develop or modify controls programming and configurations to achieve desired automation solutions, and troubleshoot systems to identify and resolve hardware or software deficiencies • Develop and maintain documentation of industrial automation and controls hardware and software related to process automation control systems • Pursue and maintain industry specific training and certifications relative to this position and for career advancement • Possess ability to skillfully manage multiple projects simultaneously and succeed in an environment of competing priorities • Maintain awareness of and adhere to cybersecurity fundamentals • Work with third-party suppliers / contractors (where applicable) • Ability to effectively coach and develop other colleagues • Possess strong documentation and organizational skills • Possess strong communication skills • Ability to work well within groups and with minimal supervision to meet team and project goals • Act as a highly-motivated, self-starter • Capable of working in extreme temperatures, including the ability to climb stairs, lift and move a minimum of 40 pounds, and sit and stand for long periods of time; should be able to work in confined spaces and at heights • Available for on-call rotation for off-hours, holiday and weekend coverage • Occasional company travel may be required Safety: • Ensures the safety of all personnel through compliance with occupational safety and health regulations; demonstrates safety leadership through participation in all safety processes with a goal of zero injuries. • Learn and apply company safety and compliance standards across departments. Required Qualifications: • Completing a BS in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or a related field in December 2026 or May 2027. • Experience with or desire to learn industrial controls programming for multiple systems • Ability to troubleshoot and repair issues with process control systems and work safely with and around AC & DC voltages up to 120V • Knowledge of industrial process control systems including controllers, instrumentation, AC/DC electrical systems, Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams 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