Mine Engineer II

Freeport-McMoRan • Tucson, AZ

5d

About The Position

The Mine Engineer II develops mining plans using available geological information to support short- and/or long-range planning and production goals. The role supports engineering feasibility studies, ore reserve estimates, mine design and operational improvement, while contributing to safe, efficient production and environmental protection.

The position is based at Freeport-McMoRan’s Technology Center, where engineers and scientists provide mining, processing and environmental solutions to operations worldwide. The center has laboratories and test facilities, including an automated analytical lab. The role may involve work at mine sites, including monitoring ventilation and air quality at working locations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mine Engineering or a related engineering discipline and three years of related engineering experience, or a master’s degree in Mine Engineering or a related engineering discipline and two years of related engineering experience.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of Mine Engineering.
• 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.
• Skill in following safety practices and recognizing hazards.
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
• 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.
• Mandatory pre-employment drug testing and ongoing drug and alcohol testing, as allowed by applicable laws.

Responsibilities

• Develop mining plans based on geological information to support planning and production goals.
• Participate in engineering feasibility studies to define mining methods, equipment selection, mine site facilities, manpower and production requirements.
• Assist in preparing detailed ore reserve estimates.
• Monitor mining methods and equipment to improve performance.
• Optimize mining methods, procedures and equipment to improve productivity and extraction rates.
• Assist in developing and managing mine, mine ventilation, waste dump and stockpile designs.
• Recommend actions to address potential production problems and improve safety, operational efficiency and production cost control, while protecting the environment.
• Work with geologists in exploration and assist in engineering phases of developments and operational activities.
• Monitor mine ventilation and air quality at working sites throughout the mine.
• Perform other duties as required.

Benefits

• Affordable medical, dental and vision benefits
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• 401(k) plan with employer contribution/match
• Paid time off
• Paid sick time
• Holiday pay
• Parental leave
• Tuition assistance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discounted pet, auto, home and vehicle insurance plans
• Internal progression opportunities
• Eligibility for discretionary and incentive payments based on company and individual performance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level