Senior Engineer - Reliability
About The Position
Freeport-McMoRan is hiring a Senior Engineer - Reliability for its Morenci operations, an open-pit copper mining complex located approximately 50 miles northeast of Safford, Arizona. The operation includes concentrators, leaching systems, SX plants, and EW tank houses producing copper cathode. The role reviews, investigates, and recommends solutions for assigned Engineering projects; manages large or complex site planning, construction, expansion, or modification projects as a subject matter expert; and advises site management on applicable processes, practices, and local, state, and federal regulations. The position also contributes to strategic planning and budgeting, develops and evaluates capital funding requests, and may administer vendor contracts or represent the site on committees and teams. The position requires a bachelor's degree in an appropriate Engineering discipline and five years of related experience, or a master's degree in an appropriate Engineering discipline and three years of related experience. Employees required to work on-site may qualify for a monthly housing allowance under program guidelines. Candidates may need to pass a medical exam and must pass required training or testing. The employer conducts pre-employment and ongoing drug and alcohol testing as allowed by law. Employees may be required to work a non-standard schedule, including shifts other than day shift, at a 24/7 operation.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in an appropriate Engineering discipline and five years of related experience in Engineering or a related field, or a master's degree in an appropriate Engineering discipline and three years of related experience in Engineering or a related field.
- Knowledge of the principles and practices of Engineering.
- Ability to research and analyze information of considerable difficulty and draw valid conclusions.
- Skill in managing large or complex Engineering projects.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to evaluate and implement new methods and techniques for operational improvement.
- Ability to develop and maintain awareness of occupational hazards and safety precautions.
- Skill in following safety practices and recognizing hazards.
- Candidates may be required to pass a medical exam.
- Must pass all required training and/or testing.
Nice To Haves
- Advanced degree or Professional Engineering (PE) Certification.
- Supervisory experience.
- Bluestake process knowledge.
Responsibilities
- Review, investigate, and develop appropriate recommendations regarding assigned Engineering projects.
- Manage projects and serve as a subject matter expert on large or complex site planning, construction, expansion, or modification projects.
- Provide guidance and counsel to site management on applicable processes, practices, and existing or proposed local, state, and federal regulations.
- Contribute to site strategic planning and budgeting efforts for designated Engineering areas.
- Develop and evaluate Authorization for Expenditure (AFE) requests for capital funding.
- May evaluate and administer vendor contracts for services and equipment.
- May represent the site on company-sponsored steering committees, task forces, or teams.
- Perform other duties as required.
Benefits
- Eligible on-site employees may receive a $750 monthly housing allowance, subject to program guidelines.
- Affordable medical, dental, and vision benefits.
- Company-paid life and disability insurance.
- 401(k) plan with employer contribution or match.
- Paid time off, paid sick time, and holiday pay.
- Parental leave.
- Tuition assistance.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Discounted pet, auto, home, and vehicle insurance plans.
- Internal progression opportunities.
- Discretionary and incentive payments based on company and individual performance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
