Technology Engineer - Mankato, MN

Job Description

Technology Engineer - Mankato, MN
This is an exempt-level position

Job Summary:
The NA Oilseeds Refinery Technology Engineer is part of the Oilseeds Technology Center along with several Subject Matter Experts who support the oilseeds operations in the refining, bleaching, hydrogenation, interesterification, and deodorizing processes and reports to the Director of Refinery Operations-NA Oilseeds.

Job Responsibilities:

• Support the regional refinery and biodiesel technical areas.
• Collaborate with operations, other technical centers and R&D teams to drive optimum production and yields while minimizing unnecessary costs and losses.
• Assist with the development and execution of the initiative pipeline.
• Provide technical and operations support in aligning technologies for NA refineries.
• Support ADM's Best in Class performance goals for Oilseeds Operations through the optimization of current processes and technologies and the introduction of new processes and technologies.
• Travel requirements-commitment to travel 25%

Education/Qualifications

• Accredited Bachelor's degree in Engineering (preferably Chemical/Industrial/Mechanical) or appropriate Agribusiness-related specialization is required.
• Practical, hands-on experience working with oilseed refining processes is required.
• 5 + years of progressive experience in a variety of roles in operations and technical leadership
• A consistent track record of driving continuous improvement and change management
• Strong and practical refining process knowledge (hands-on production experience)
• Prior project management experience involving complex technical work and aligning multiple stakeholders across various business segments.
• Strong attitude to keep people safe through driving excellence in process and personnel safety in daily operations, maintenance, and projects.

Personal Characteristics

• Proven technical track record leading standardization and innovation
• Technically adept and comfortable communicating and leading cross-functionally across all levels of the organization.
• Intellectually curious, energetic with a positive attitude and credible executive presence
• Team player, with an open, honest, and direct approach.
• Results-oriented, process owner, accountable for making decisions.
• Must have a "roll up your sleeves" work ethic.
• Maintain the highest ethical standards in every aspect.
• Highly organized, with excellent project management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written skills, as well as the ability to make effective presentations

Excited about this role but don't think you meet every requirement listed? We encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this role or another one of our openings.
Relocation support is available.
ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.


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About ADM

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

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Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are cornerstones of ADM's efforts to continue innovating, driving growth, and delivering outstanding performance. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and create welcoming, truly inclusive work environments - environments that enable every ADM colleague to feel comfortable on the job, make meaningful contributions to our success, and grow their career. We respect and value the unique backgrounds and experiences that each person can bring to ADM because we know that diversity of perspectives makes us better, together.

We welcome everyone to apply. We are committed to ensuring all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, language, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law

Benefits and Perks


Enriching the quality of life for the world begins by taking care of our colleagues. In addition to competitive pay, we support your diverse needs with a comprehensive total rewards package to enhance your well-being, including:

• 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).

Additional benefits include:

• 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.

*Benefits may vary for bargained locations, confirm benefit eligibility with your recruiter.

Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours.


If hired, employees will be in an "at-will position" and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.


The pay range for this position is expected to be between: