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Engineer II

Yesterday Ithaca, NY

Cargill's size and scale allows us to make a positive impact in the world. Our purpose is to nourish the world in a safe, responsible and sustainable way.
Cargill is a family company providing food, ingredients, agricultural solutions and industrial products that are vital for living. We connect farmers with markets so they can prosper. We connect customers with ingredients so they can make meals people love. And we connect families with daily essentials - from eggs to edible oils, salt to skincare, feed to alternative fuel. Our 160,000 colleagues, operating in 70 countries, make essential products that touch billions of lives each day. Join us and reach your higher purpose at Cargill.
This position is in Cargill's protein and salt business, where we provide wholesome, high-quality food products to a wide range of customers, from foodservice operators and grocery stores to manufacturers and exporters.

Job Purpose and Impact

The Engineer II will focus on optimizing the interconnected components of an underground mining operation and the surface infrastructure supporting the mine. We seek a professional who will develop and apply engineering standards and procedures relating to concepts such as project management, rock mechanics, mine planning, ventilation, hoisting systems, materials handling, environmental management and safety best practices.

Key Accountabilities

  • Collaborate with plant management and other engineers for operational planning, troubleshooting, and design for business and production optimization.
  • Help conduct cost/inventory/production control and feasibility studies to develop and implement plans for facility modifications and revise operating methods.Act as a project manager responsible for business case justification, communication with consultants, document control and design review, schedule and budget management, creating job plans, progress communications, and contractor safety oversight during construction on moderate to complex projects.
  • Be accountable for project reliability deliverables such as management of change, proper material and parts selection, job aid creation, and maintenance stakeholder engagement.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders across all levels of an operation to effectively implement project deliverables in an industrial setting.
  • Support, coach and mentor other employees of cross-functional teams as necessary.
  • Independently solve moderately complex issues with minimal supervision, while escalating more complex issues to appropriate staff.
  • Other duties as assigned.


Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in a related field (Mining Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Geology, or similair)
  • Minimum requirement of 2 years of relevant work experience in a mining or other heavy industrial setting.
  • Must be willing to work in an underground environment
  • Proficient with AutoCAD and Microsoft Office Suite
  • Commitment to actively contribute to Cargill's safety culture


Preferred Qualifications
  • Technical writing skills and proven track record of creating and communicating business case justifications and project proposals
  • Experience with data analysis and problem-solving applications in an industrial environment
  • Effective stakeholder communication and engagement skills including verbal, written, and presentation
  • Experience applying instrumentation, automation, and control systems in a mining or manufacturing setting
  • Familiarity with one or more mining engineer concepts including but not limited to rock mechanics, process engineering, exploration, ventilation, mine planning, water management, hoisting systems, materials handling, etc.
  • Knowledge of MSHA regulations and mine safety best practices
  • Experience with SAP


Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Vet

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Client-provided location(s): Ithaca, NY
Job ID: Cargill_FGB-312496
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2025-08-20T18:46:49

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Short-Term Disability
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Fertility Benefits
    • Family Support Resources
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Casual Dress
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Sabbatical
    • Leave of Absence
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion