Process Safety Engineer - Decatur, IL  
This is a full-time, exempt position.

As the Process Safety Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of leading change. Your role will be to own the implementation of progressive ADM Process Safety Management (PSM) systems, not just to meet, but to exceed, corporate and local compliance standards. You'll leverage your technical expertise and exceptional team-building capabilities to engage our diverse workforce, ranging from frontline to leadership, in advancing our PSM systems.

This role will be based in one of our Decatur Complex manufacturing plants, with flexibility to engage in PSM process throughout the Complex. The position reports directly to a Plant Manager. Get ready to embark on a purposeful and rewarding career experience where your technical expertise and leadership will drive a transformation.  
 
The Decatur Complex, located in Decatur, IL, consists of 6 processing plants, onsite cogeneration and water treatment facilities, and employs ~1500 Plant Operations Colleagues and an additional ~1000 Contractors. 

Job Responsibilities:Establish a safety culture across the facility based on reviewing and meeting goals, continuous risk reduction and prevention of process safety incidents.Monitor, evaluate and report PSM performance at the facility and advise management on further improvements, working collaboratively with the Health & Safety Center of Expertise in the North American region to align on PSM Programs and Goals.Provide PSM training to different layers of plant leadership and engineers at the facility. Conduct and participate in PSM Compliance Audits and assessmentsOrganize and maintain technical process safety documentation.Leads and facilitate local PSM Risk Assessments and related action plans.  Lead and facilitate local PSM incident investigations; Prepare and share Safety Alerts and Best PracticesProject design, development and management that are specific to PSM improvementsReview and approve/correct MOC requests related to changes in the processReview and approve implementation and function of Process Safety Devices in the plantJob Requirements:Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Chemical Engineering or related field5+ years of PSM experience, preferably in a chemical manufacturing or agricultural processing facility and strong engineering knowledgeRobust experience in applying the 14 elements of PSMStrong problem solving, diagnostic and analytical skills, with a results focused approachStrong leadership, change management and project/program management skillsExcellent communication and interpersonal skills, acts as a reliable pro-active communicatorA drive for success, a continuous improvement approach, a consistently positive attitude and outlookCultural awareness and the ability to bridge cross-cultural boundariesMust be able to accomplish results by working effectively with others and be willing and able to work in plant areas (i.e. walk long distances, stand, climb stairs and ladders and move through close spaces) to understand and monitor the process. Must be able to respond quickly to changing requirements and be capable of working in hot and cold temperatures.

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 pre-employment drug screen and a background check.  

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