Steam Plant Optimization Engineer

3 months ago

Decatur, United States ADM Full time

Job Description Steam Plant Optimization Engineer - Decatur, ILPosition Summary:The Steam Plant Optimization Engineer is a member of the North America Engineering and Technology Center based at ADM's Decatur, Illinois Ag-Processing Complex.The Engineering & Technology team is a group of Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) who lead and enable excellence in the ADM manufacturing system.
As a member of this team, you will have the opportunity to work with a wide range of stakeholders and other SMEs across the organization.
Specifically in the utilities area, you will work to develop and apply utility improvement strategies and technology across all campus functions, with a primary focus being ADM's utility scale cogeneration facility.This position will use technical, strategic, and organizational expertise to assist a multi-disciplined team of professionals in the management of critical mechanical utility assets through all aspects of equipment life.
This work will help to ensure safety, reliability and efficiency of existing systems while providing technical and strategic assistance in modernization and strategic improvements.As a recognized leader in your field, collaboration will be necessary at the local, regional, and global levels to assist and align with other manufacturing locations to ensure continuity and consistency of service.Essential Job Functions:Lead and support ADM safety policiesLead in utility technology, strategy and coordinationMaintain ownership of energy balance model for utility-scale cogeneration of electricity and steamProvide engineering leadership to resolve complex problemsSupport and drive progress on ADM's Sustainability and Conservation Goals.Perform as Utilities SME as part of a capital project development and design review teamGenerate equipment specificationResearch and promote modern technologies that improve efficiency and increase optimizationEvaluate system/equipment failures and collaborate to determine root causePerform field work facilitating and directing internal company and contracted personnelCoordinate and collaborate with multiple disciplines and various levels of managementProvide technical support and training to others when necessaryProvide update and documentation for FEL (Front End Loading) process and SOP/GuidelinesWill routinely work around boiler systems with elevated temperatures and pressuresRequired Qualifications:Bachelor's degree (or higher) in an engineering discipline: Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical Engineering, or equivalent professional experience2+ years related experience Strong safety knowledge and understanding of Cogen/Boiler house and utility operationsAbility to explain and drive compliance with SOP's and safe work practicesAbility to explain and drive compliance with all jurisdictional code requirementsAbility to recognize, assess, and provide opportunities for energy efficiency and optimizationFull understanding of the principles of operation of water treatment, combustion, electrical generation and distribution, cooling tower and compressed airAbility to interpret flow diagrams and P&ID (Piping and Instrumentation Diagram)Preferred Qualifications:Experience in ADM PE, FEL, and WAVE systemsPersonally committed to working safely and maintaining a safe working environmentExcellent written/verbal communication and positive interpersonal skillsWell-developed independent judgment and problem solvingWork effectively as part of a team or independentlyExcellent organizational skills, able to effectively handle multiple ongoing tasksContinuous process improvement mindset driving best practices and reliabilityTask oriented and self-motivated, able to function without direct supervisionCritical Abilities: Physical ability to work in an industrial setting.
These settings will at times expose the employee to extreme temperatures, require walking, standing, and the climbing of stairs and ladders to perform tasks and inspections.
This setting will require the wearing of personal protective equipment as well as the movement through constricted or restricted spacesPerform overnight travel from time. ( 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. "AJCIND"REF:83098BR

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