Carbon Capture/Sequestration Technology Manager - Decatur, IL

Carbon Capture and Sequestration Technology Manager - Decatur, IL

Position Summary:

The Carbon Capture and Sequestration Technology Manager is a salaried, exempt-level position based in Decatur Illinois. 

Reporting to the Global Director of Utilities Technology Center, this role is responsible for analyzing operational failure/underperformance, identifying efficiency opportunities, and aligning solutions for the ADM Carbon Sequestration facility.  Additionally, this individual will lead related system expansion, project management efforts, and provide overall system technology support.

Essential Job Functions:

• Drive compliance with ADM safety, health, quality, and environmental programs and policies
• Foster/execute process optimization improvements contributing to our run rate goals and objectives
• Drive achievement of ADM (Strive 35) sustainability goals (energy/carbon improvements)
• Engage/research/develop, sequestration technologies and resources for targeted deployment, that improve efficiency and increase optimization
• Support plant operations team in their execution efforts related to capture and storage operations including but not limited to injection well permit compliance sampling and reporting activities and subsurface operations maintenance requirements
• Provide subject matter expertise and manage capital projects related to improvements and expansion of the system including equipment selection, design review processes, vendor evaluation and related contractor management
• Coordinate and collaborate with multiple disciplines and various levels of management within Operations (Plant, Reliability, Utilities, EHS, Project Management, Automation) and non-Operations stakeholders (Commercial, Tax, Finance, Accounting, Government Affairs)

Critical Knowledge:

• B.S. degree in Engineering, concentration in Chemical, Petroleum, Mechanical or equivalent
• Master’s degree (either MBA or Engineering) is a plus
• 10+ years of experience with high pressure compression systems, gas processing equipment and operations, drilling/completion/workover operations, deep-well maintenance, well monitoring equipment (downhole gauges, surface data acquisition, seismic monitoring equipment, DTS/DAS)
• Knowledge of federal Class VI underground injection well program requirements and geotechnical concepts sufficient to support analysis and interpretation requisite monitoring data
• Financial valuation experience rationalizing and evaluating capital investments
• Familiarity with technical aspects of carbon sequestration system construction and operations
• Experience in ADM PE, FEL, and WAVE systems is a plus
• Familiarity with relevant energy, environmental, and tax regulations and related subsidies for carbon markets as well as understanding of California LCFS carbon credits

Critical Skills:

• Personally committed to working safely and maintaining a safe working environment
• Continuous process improvement mindset driving best practices and reliability
• Excellent written/verbal communication and positive interpersonal skills
• Task oriented and self-motivated, able to function without direct supervision
• Work effectively as part of team or independently
• Well-developed independent judgment and problem solving
• Excellent organizational skills, able to effectively handle multiple ongoing tasks
• Ability to work collaboratively with people at all levels of an organization

Critical Abilities:

• History of developing/driving compliance with SOP’s, safe work practices and jurisdictional codes
• Demonstrated ability to manage capital projects
• Demonstrated ability to recognize, assess, and provide opportunities for efficiency and optimization
• Overnight travel is not anticipated

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 background check. Relocation assistance is available for this position.

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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 www.adm.com.

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

We welcome everyone to apply, especially those individuals who are underrepresented in our industry, as we strive to ensure our workforce represents the world that we help to feed: people of color, women, gender non-conforming, LGBTQIA+, veterans and persons with disabilities. For more information regarding our efforts to advance Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging, please visit our website here: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion | ADM.

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.