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Job Title: Electrical Engineer - Decatur, IL
Company Name: Archer Daniels Midland
Location: Decatur, IL United States
Position Type: Full Time
Post Date: 03/02/2026
Expire Date: 04/01/2026
Job Categories: Engineering
Job Description
Electrical Engineer - Decatur, IL
Electrical Engineer - Decatur, IL

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

Position Summary

We are looking for an enthusiastic Electrical Engineer to join our North American Electrical team.

In this role, you will support electrical system studies and learn how to analyze power distribution systems. You will gain hands on experience with short-circuit studies, arc flash analysis, load flow, motor starting, and harmonic studies under the guidance of experienced engineers.

This is an excellent opportunity for recent graduates to grow technical skills, work on real-world electrical projects, and contribute to safe and reliable plant operations.

What You’ll Do

  • Work with senior engineers to review and update single-line diagrams and SKM electrical models
  • Assist in conducting electrical studies to include load flow, fault current analysis, motor start analysis and Harmonic analysis to evaluate system performance and the impact of changes on system dynamics
  • Learn how to review arc flash reports and electrical models to ensure compliance with industry standards (IEEE 1584, NFPA 70E)
  • Support plants in remediating overdutied equipment issues
  • Help perform load flow and related studies to inform design decisions, guided by IEEE standards
  • Contribute to maintaining and improving study guidelines and technical manuals
  • Take part in developing and updating our electrical safety program
  • Review engineering packages with mentorship to ensure compliance with scope and good engineering practices
  • Gain experience in guiding contractors and vendors on modeling guidelines and quality expectations

Required Qualifications
  • A Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Electrical Engineering
  • Comfortable using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Preferred Qualifications
  • Basic knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC) and interest in learning IEEE standards and NFPA 70E
  • Familiarity with common electrical drawings and documentation (single-line diagrams, panel schedules, schematics, etc.)—coursework experience is fine
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Interest in learning about power system modeling software
  • Commitment to safety in all work
  • Problem-solving mindset and eagerness to learn
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
  • Organized and able to manage multiple tasks
  • Positive, proactive, and motivated to grow in your career

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 posted qualification. 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 opportunity.


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Company Name: Archer Daniels Midland
Website:https://sjobs.brassring.com/TGnewUI/Search/home/HomeWithPreLoad?PageType=JobDetails&partnerid=25416&siteid=5998&jobid=3354608&codes=HBCU#
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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