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Senior Electrical SIS Instrumentation Engineer - Decatur, IL
Company: Archer Daniels Midland
Location: Oak Brook, IL
Employment Type: Full Time
Date Posted: 06/16/2025
Job Categories: Accounting/Auditing, Customer Service and Call Center, Engineering, Installation, Maintenance, and Repair, Manufacturing and Production, Quality Control, Research & Development, Energy / Utilities
Job Description
Senior Electrical SIS Instrumentation Engineer - Decatur, IL
Senior Electrical SIS Instrumentation Engineer - Decatur, IL

This is a permanent, full-time, exempt-level position.

We are seeking a Senior Electrical Instrumentation Engineer to support the development and maintenance of the instrumentation and control systems associated with the Generation and Transmission and Distribution assets.

The successful candidate will be part of the Electrical Systems group and will be tasked within the North American geographic region with primary focus within Nebraska, Ohio, Iowa and Illinois. The Senior Electrical Instrumentation Engineer will provide technical leadership and expertise with respect to system modernization and maintenance, and will lead and support small and large instrumentation and controls projects with a focus on reliability, technical execution and effective project management.

Primary Responsibilities

 Improving System Reliability:
  • Develop maintenance programs for instrumentation systems that maximize safety and reliability
  • Support instrumentation-related threat mitigation action plans and incident management investigations and actions
  • Participate in incident investigations including failure analysis to determine the root cause of instrumentation failures
  • Develop asset registers for the instrumentation system with the appropriate hierarchy and attributes to facilitate uploading to the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)
  • Ensure the smooth real-time operation of the instrumentation system by performing and analyzing technical studies and data, developing strategies and alternatives, and establishing and documenting operating procedures
  • Perform audits of critical instrumented systems, including safety instrumented systems within the computerized maintenance management system to ensure that the appropriate testing and maintenance is completed within the industry recommended timing
  • Provide report of Instrumentation and Control System performance relative to the company’s established KPIs; develop/ enhance process for alarm management and equipment obsolescence management
Capital Project Support:
  • Works within a multi-discipline team to develop and/ or review efficient and reliable electrical design packages for medium and high voltage electrical infrastructure
  • Lead the Instrumentation and Control design for all Capital Projects and define control scheme in alignment with industry standards to satisfy power system reliability requirements
  • Review ISA data sheets, control block diagrams, and functional/ operational descriptions supplied by the contractor for all instrumentation related capital projects
  • Ensure that the instrumentation and control assets associated with capital projects are appropriately catalogued, the hierarchy developed and maintenance/ testing requirements created that are aligned with manufacturer’s recommendations/ industry standards
  • Work with the CMMS team to ensure that developed hierarchy and maintenance/ testing plans are uploaded into the CMMS
  • Ensure that commissioning documents are comprehensive and aligned with previously authored Instrumentation and Control commissioning standard/ specification
  • Maintains complete project documentation with respect to setpoints, engineering studies and calculations, all design packages, as-built requirements and return data information
  • Ensure that during infrastructure handover (from project to operations); the appropriate commissioning documents, O&M manuals and procedures and confirmation of CMMS upload are transferred to the operations team as part of the project closure and transfer process
Risk Management:
  • Develop/ review contingency plans and short-term operating procedures to address non-standard system operations.
  • Provide technical leadership and serves as a subject matter expert, delivering professional and technical guidance on programs, projects and initiatives both within and outside the department.
  • Ensure audit cycle of safety instrumented systems are uploaded to the CMMS and addresses calibration management, alarm management and system functionality.
  • Provides technical guidance to Engineers, consultants and technical support staff. Efficiently manage resources and develop innovative solutions to address engineering challenges.
  • Review safety instrumented systems (SIS) to ensure proper design and that proper maintenance tactic exist to ensure that the outcome intent is met when SIS is activated.
  • Mentor and supports team members, offering guidance and encouraging initiative while helping them develop as engineers and technical leaders. Exemplifies ADM’s dedication to fostering a diverse, respectful and inclusive workforce

Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, or Instrumentation and Control Engineering
  • 7+ years’ experience in instrumentation and control systems within the industrial electrical sector
  • Expertise in the design, application, and implementation of transmission and generation instrumentation and control systems for utility infrastructures up to 138 kV
  • Ability to demonstrate the critical thinking skills necessary for investigating, analyzing, and resolving a range of engineering issues, including the unexpected maloperation of instrumentation and control sensors
  • Ability to demonstrate a thorough understanding of the industry standards that governs the selection, testing and performance of instrumentation sensors and control schemes
  • Ability to demonstrate a thorough understanding of global standards such as ISA,IEC, IEEE and other related to instrumentation and control systems
  • Possess a working knowledge of hazardous area classifications, ATEX and IP rating system
  • Experience working with DCS, SIS and PLCs and developing, reading and understanding P&IDs and control schematics
  • Experience with project management principles managing the engineering component (scope, schedule, cost, technical risk) of large and/or technically complex projects
  • Proficient in the use of Microsoft suite of products (Excel, Word and Power Point)
  • Ability to travel to manufacturing facilities as needed (approximately 35%

Preferred Qualifications:
  • License Professional Engineer (P.E. or P.Eng) designation
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
Excited about this role but don’t think you meet every requirement listed? Studies have shown that applicants may self "select-out" of consideration if they do not meet all qualifications. 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.

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Contact Information
Company Name: Archer Daniels Midland
Website: https://sjobs.brassring.com/TGnewUI...
Company Description:
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.
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