Senior Metallurgist
About The Position
Under general supervision, the Senior Metallurgist provides technical expertise, guidance, and leadership in metallurgical testing and analysis at the assigned site. The role conducts and supports metallurgical studies, development, testing, and analysis of designs, processes, and procedures; serves as a technical expert on complex metallurgical testing; and contributes to improvements in metallurgical processes. The position also advises site management on applicable programs and regulations, maintains knowledge of relevant regulations, and may support strategic planning, budgeting, and company-sponsored steering teams. The position is based at Freeport-McMoRan’s Bagdad operations in Arizona. Bagdad is approximately 100 miles northwest of Phoenix and offers subsidized housing and community amenities, including an aquatic center, golf course, and fitness center. Employees may be required to work a non-standard schedule, potentially including shifts other than day shift, at a 24/7, 365-day operation.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Metallurgy, Chemistry, or a related engineering discipline and five years of experience in metallurgy or a related scientific field; or a master’s degree in one of these disciplines and three years of relevant experience.
- Knowledge of principles and methods used in complex metallurgical and processing analyses.
- 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.
- Must complete mandatory pre-employment drug testing and may be subject to ongoing drug and alcohol testing, as allowed by applicable law.
Nice To Haves
- Concentrator experience.
Responsibilities
- Conduct, plan, and assist with metallurgical studies, development, testing, and analyses of designs, processes, or procedures at the assigned site.
- Serve as a technical expert on complex metallurgical testing.
- Report metallurgical or process issues and recommend solutions or corrective actions to the Chief Metallurgist.
- Review and recommend new or enhanced metallurgical testing equipment or protocols.
- Contribute to improvements in metallurgical processes.
- Evaluate and administer vendor contracts for services and equipment.
- Provide guidance and counsel to the site management team on applicable programs, practices, and existing or proposed local, state, and federal regulations.
- Maintain current working knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
- May contribute to site strategic planning and budgeting for metallurgical testing.
- May represent the site on company-sponsored steering teams.
- Perform other duties as required.
Benefits
- 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.
- Subsidized housing at the Bagdad operations.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
