ADM · 18 hours ago
Process Safety Engineer - Decatur, IL
Decatur, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$92K/yr - $146K/yr
3+ years expADM is a global leader in human and animal nutrition and agricultural origination and processing. The Process Safety Engineer will support chemical process engineering projects, coordinating with cross-functional teams and ensuring compliance with safety standards.
Animal FeedHospitalityIndustrial
Responsibilities
Perform design calculations and simulations to support CAPEX/OPEX project requirements
Conduct relief analysis using iPRSM software and ensure compliance with safety standards
Prepare and coordinate mitigation plans with production sites for any relief systems out of compliance
Data collection of design data, which may include site visits to field verify equipment or develop reference sketches of relief system piping configurations
Assist in development and review of Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs) and Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs)
Perform process simulations using ASPEN/HYSYS
Sizing and specification of control valves and pressure regulators
Make technical recommendations as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) relevant to process engineering action items
Coordinate with and review calculations by junior engineers or third-party engineering companies to complete project deliverables as needed
Ensure compliance with all relevant safety, quality, and environmental regulations
Assist in the preparation and presentation of project reports and technical documents
Participate in project meetings, both internal and with clients, and follow up on action items
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and the development of best practices in process engineering
Mentor junior process engineers and play an active role in their training and development
Coordinate with other disciplines within Engineering Services (Mechanical Engineers, CAD resources, and CSA team) to complete project deliverables
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Chemical/Process Eng. from an ABET accredited university
3-7 years of experience in chemical process engineering
Ability to obtain industry relevant professional certification within 2 years
Strong understanding of chemical engineering principles and processes
Experience in conducting relief analysis and other Process Safety tasks
Proficiency in performing design calculations and sizing/specification of process equipment for industrial facilities
Possess design and modeling skills for plant layout, process piping, and mechanical equipment on heavy industrial or food processing plants
Layer of Protection Analysis (LOPA) and Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) experience
Experience with Aspen Plus, HYSYS, or ChemCAD for process modeling
Ability to read and review/evaluate P&IDs and PFDs
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Effective communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
Familiar with relevant industry codes and standards such as ASME, API, PIP, etc
Excellence in Microsoft Office products (emphasis on Word and Excel)
Preferred
5+ years of experience in chemical process engineering
Masters Degree in Engineering
Experience with chemical plant operations and maintenance
PE License
PMP or similar project management certification
Benefits
Physical wellness – medical/Rx, dental, vision and on-site wellness center access or gym reimbursement (as applicable).
Financial wellness – flexible spending accounts, health savings account, 401(k) with matching contributions and cash balance plan, discounted employee stock purchasing program, life insurance, disability, workers’ compensation, legal assistance, identity theft protection.
Mental and social wellness – Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and Colleague Giving Programs (ADM Cares).
Paid time off including paid holidays.
Adoption assistance and paid maternity and parental leave.
Tuition assistance.
Company-sponsored training and development resources, such as LinkedIn Learning, language training and mentoring programs.
Company
ADM
ADM unlocks the power of nature to enrich the quality of life.
10001+ employees
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