Senior Engineer - Energy

Freeport McMoRan•Phoenix, AZ

9d•$101,000 - $141,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Under limited supervision, identify, analyze, report, and provide recommendations on a wide variety of power and energy delivered related business to meet company objectives of safely, sustainably, and cost-effectively ensuring operations have sufficient electrical power. Develop, evaluate, and oversee energy strategies and long-term planning company wide. Oversee consultants, contractors, and utilities engaged in performing services or studies related to transmission, generation, or power markets. Evaluate long-term resource portfolio and develop renewable energy projects by working with consultants, developers, and utilities. Identify energy solutions in support of large/complex site planning/construction projects and serve as subject matter expert (SME). Develop and evaluate AFE’s (Authorization for Expenditure) for capital funding requests. May evaluate and administer contracts with vendors for the provision of services and equipment. May represent the site on Company sponsored steering committees, task forces, or teams. Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or related Engineering discipline and five (5) years related experience in engineering or related field, OR Master’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or related Engineering discipline and three (3) years related experience in engineering or related field.
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing to a diversely educated audience
Ability to develop and maintain awareness of occupational hazards and safety for yourself and others
Skilled in following safety practices and recognizing hazards
Knowledge in the principles and practices of Power Engineering or a related field of Science or Engineering
Knowledge of appropriate software (MS Office, AutoCAD) and Geotechnical analysis
Ability to build trust and credibility with leadership/contractors and establish common goals and expectations

Nice To Haves

Experience managing construction projects or contractor work related to high voltage substations, transmission lines, and/or generation projects
Ability to travel at least five (5) weeks for every quarter
Skilled in related Engineering software (AutoCAD/Civil 3D, ArcGIS)

Responsibilities

Identify, analyze, report, and provide recommendations on a wide variety of power and energy delivered related business to meet company objectives of safely, sustainably, and cost-effectively ensuring operations have sufficient electrical power.
Develop, evaluate, and oversee energy strategies and long-term planning company wide.
Oversee consultants, contractors, and utilities engaged in performing services or studies related to transmission, generation, or power markets.
Evaluate long-term resource portfolio and develop renewable energy projects by working with consultants, developers, and utilities.
Identify energy solutions in support of large/complex site planning/construction projects and serve as subject matter expert (SME).
Develop and evaluate AFE’s (Authorization for Expenditure) for capital funding requests.
May evaluate and administer contracts with vendors for the provision of services and equipment.
May represent the site on Company sponsored steering committees, task forces, or teams.
Perform other duties as assigned.