Electrical Engineer II

Freeport-McMoRan•Bagdad, AZ

6d•$90,000 - $124,500

About The Position

At Freeport-McMoRan, we are committed to providing an employment package that recognizes excellence, encourages safe production and a culture supported by our core values. Here, you’ll find a collaborative environment where safety is a top priority, all opinions are valued, and people are empowered to grow in their career. Apply Today! Where You Will Work Looking to live in a small town with big opportunities? Our Bagdad operations in Arizona offers housing at a subsidized rate, a family-friendly atmosphere and numerous amenities including an aquatic center, golf course and fitness center. Located 100 miles northwest of Phoenix, Bagdad is home to the world's first commercial - scale concentrate leach processing facility, as well as one of the longest continuously operating solvent extraction/electrowinning plants in the world. Visit the Bagdad town website to learn more. What You Will Do Provide technical advice and guidance for assigned electrical engineering projects. Assist Senior Engineer in developing Electrical Engineering projects utilizing new technology to constantly upgrade and improve site safety, efficiencies, cost controls, quality controls and protection of the environment. Review, investigate and develop appropriate recommendations regarding assigned Engineering projects Manage small to medium site construction, expansion or modification projects, and assists the Senior Engineer on large/complex site planning/construction, expansion or modifications Administer contracts with vendors for the provision of services and equipment Develop working knowledge of local, state and federal regulations appropriate to area of assignment Assist the Senior Engineer in contributing to site strategic planning and budgeting efforts for designated Engineering areas Develop and evaluate AFE’s (Authorization for Expenditure) for capital funding requests May represent the site on company sponsored steering committees, task forces, or teams Perform other duties as required

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related Engineering discipline and three (3) years of related experience in Engineering, OR
Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related Engineering discipline and two (2) years of related experience in Engineering
Knowledge of the principles and practices of Electrical Engineering with an understanding of Mechanical and Process Engineering techniques
Ability to research and analyze information of considerable difficulty and draw valid conclusions
Ability to develop and maintain awareness of occupational hazards and safety precautions
Skilled in following safety practices and recognizing hazards
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
Familiarity and some experience in Electronics, PLCs, and Control Systems
Skill in managing small to medium Engineering projects
Ability to evaluate and implement new methods and techniques for operational improvement
Candidates may be required to pass a medical exam.
Candidates must pass all required training and/or testing.
Employees may be required to work a non-standard schedule, which may include shift work (other than day shift) at a 24/7, 365-day operation.
Freeport-McMoRan promotes a drug/alcohol-free work environment using mandatory pre-employment drug testing and on-going drug and alcohol testing, as allowed by applicable laws.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree or Professional Engineering (PE) Certification
Experience with or classes related to Power Systems Engineering
Experience with Power System Modeling software such as SKM, etc.
Familiarity with industrial AC and DC motors, VFD’s and plant instrumentation
Familiarity with powerline layout, engineering and construction
Familiarity with MV power systems
Leadership and construction / mining experience
Knowledge and understanding of NEC & NFPA70E Regulations, and MSHA
Familiarity with designing Power, Instrumentation and Controls Systems
Experience with AutoCAD or similar software for design
Self-motivated with excellent work ethic
Proficiency in MS Office
Understanding of project life cycle
Experience in reading electrical drawing and P&Id

Responsibilities

Provide technical advice and guidance for assigned electrical engineering projects.
Assist Senior Engineer in developing Electrical Engineering projects utilizing new technology to constantly upgrade and improve site safety, efficiencies, cost controls, quality controls and protection of the environment.
Review, investigate and develop appropriate recommendations regarding assigned Engineering projects
Manage small to medium site construction, expansion or modification projects, and assists the Senior Engineer on large/complex site planning/construction, expansion or modifications
Administer contracts with vendors for the provision of services and equipment
Develop working knowledge of local, state and federal regulations appropriate to area of assignment
Assist the Senior Engineer in contributing to site strategic planning and budgeting efforts for designated Engineering areas
Develop and evaluate AFE’s (Authorization for Expenditure) for capital funding requests
May represent the site on company sponsored steering committees, task forces, or teams
Perform other duties as required