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Mechanical Engineer I

ADM
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Mechanical Engineer I (Entry Level) – Full Time

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 2025 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.

Position Summary: 

This position is designed for recent graduates who are eager to launch their careers while contributing to the long-term reliability and performance of our manufacturing assets.  As a Process Engineer with a focus on Asset Reliability you will gain hands-on experience with our processing lines, develop and in depth understanding of equipment functionality, and support both site level and business level initiatives to improve reliability and efficiency.
 

What You’ll Do:

  • Comply fully with local and ADM’s safety regulations/standards and promote safety culture. Support site operations and regional teams in implementing and improving reliability programs.
  • Develop a working knowledge of manufacturing processes, equipment, and operating systems across processing lines at various sites.
  • Assist in documenting best practices, technical guidelines, and standard operating procedures.
  • Support the creation, rollout, and continuous improvement of global asset reliability standards.
  • Partner with site and regional teams to identify opportunities for improved asset reliability and reduced downtime. Prepare clear presentations and share findings with site and global teams.
  • Collect, analyze, and interpret asset performance data and recommend improvements to enhance uptime, reduce downtime and optimize equipment lifecycle.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams (operations, maintenance, and engineering) to understand challenges and help standardize solutions.
  • Participate in continuous improvement related programs such as root cause analysis and defect elimination to drive solutions with a focus on safety, quality, and sustainability.
  • Engage in structured training, mentorship, and professional development designed to accelerate career growth.

Job Requirements:

Essential Requirements:

  • Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineer, Industrial Engineering or a related field.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in addition to working effectively in team environments.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with an interest in equipment and process reliability.
  • Demonstrated curiosity, initiative, and drive to learn and take on challenges.
  • Willingness to work flexible hours when needed.

Preferred Requirements:

  • Internship, co-op, or project experience in manufacturing, food processing, or asset reliability
  • Familiarity with maintenance practices, preventative/predictive maintenance, or CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) tools.
  • Exposure to root cause analysis, Six Sigma, Lean, or continuous improvement methods.
  • Experience working with data analysis (Excel, Power BI, Python, or similar tools).
  • Demonstrated leadership in student projects, engineering clubs, or team based initiatives.