Metallurgist II

Freeport McMoRan•El Paso, TX

3d•Onsite

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. Our rod and refining plant in El Paso, Texas, is a key contributor to our ranking as one of the world’s largest manufacturers of continuous cast copper rod – a main material used in the manufacturing of wire and cable products. The refinery has the potential to operate at an annual production capacity of about 900 million pounds of copper cathode, which is sufficient to refine all the copper anode we produce at our Miami operations in Arizona. The refinery also produces nickel carbonate, copper telluride and autoclaved slimes material containing gold, silver, platinum and palladium. The beautiful city of El Paso features three universities, many community colleges and numerous schools. Some popular attractions include the International Museum of Art, National Border Patrol Museum and Franklin Mountain State Park. There are many shopping centers, parks, hiking trails and numerous restaurants for our employees and their families to enjoy. This position may be eligible for Freeport-McMoRan immigration work visa sponsorship.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Metallurgy, Chemistry, or related Engineering discipline and three (3) years of experience in Metallurgy or related Scientific field, OR Master's degree in Metallurgy, Chemistry, or related Engineering discipline and two (2) years of related experience in Metallurgy or related Scientific field.
Knowledge of the principles and methods used in complex Metallurgical and processing analyses.
Able 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.

Nice To Haves

Industrial ferrous and non-ferrous experience
Melt-shop, continuous casting and rolling mill experience
Understanding of high temperature processing equipment
Metallurgical, mechanical or electrical engineering degree

Responsibilities

Assist in Metallurgical study, development, testing and analyses of designs, processes, or procedures.
Report on Metallurgical or process issues and make recommendation to Chief Metallurgist on how to resolve/correct the issues.
Review and recommend new or enhanced Metallurgical testing equipment or protocols.
Contribute to the improvement of Metallurgical process.
Evaluate and administer contracts with vendors for the provision of services and equipment.
Provide guidance and counsel to the site management team on applicable programs, practices and existing/proposed local, State and Federal regulations.
Maintain current working knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and local regulations.
Perform other duties as required.