Senior Project Engineer

Freeport McMoRan•Bayard, NM

60d•$105,000 - $145,000•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. The Chino mine is an open-pit copper mining complex located in southwestern New Mexico. The operation consists of a concentrator and a solvent extraction/electrowinning plant. The community of Silver City offers various amenities and a pleasant climate.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate Engineering discipline and five (5) years related experience in engineering or related field, OR Master’s degree in an appropriate Engineering discipline and three (3) years related experience in engineering or related field.
Advanced knowledge of the principles and practices of engineering
Able to research and analyze information of considerable difficulty and draw valid conclusions
Skilled in managing large/complex engineering projects
Skilled in following safety practices and recognizing hazards
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally 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.
Freeport-McMoRan promotes a drug/alcohol-free work environment using mandatory pre-employment drug testing and on-going drug and alcohol testing, as allowed by applicable laws.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree with 3 years of mining experience or a bachelor’s degree and considerable experience in heavy civil/construction engineering and general multi-disciplinary project engineering
Advanced degree or Professional Engineering (PE), or Professional Project Manager (PMP) Certification
Experience with directing and mentoring complex engineering and project management work over junior engineers while ensuring quality products for end users
Mechanical or Civil Engineering degree
Experience designing complex piping and pumping systems
Experience analyzing steel structures
Experience in heavy civil earthworks and/or open pit mining
Experience with managing large construction projects
Experience managing project scope, schedules, and budget
Experience with writing Project Justifications and Scopes of Work

Responsibilities

Under limited supervision plan, organize, manage and evaluate designated engineering projects and programs, ensuring the successful conclusion of all phases within an appropriate time and at appropriate cost.
Review, investigate and develop appropriate recommendations regarding assigned engineering projects.
Manage projects and serve as subject matter expert (SME) on large/complex site planning/construction, expansion or modifications.
Provide guidance and counsel to the site management team on applicable processes, practices, and existing/proposed local, state and federal regulations.
Contribute to site strategic planning and budgeting efforts for designated engineering areas.
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.
Works on complex issues and implements solutions mostly through the determination of strategy and delegation to others in a group or functional area.
Often collaborates with managers and/or functional or site leaders and hassome interaction with external colleagues.
Works under moderate supervision and has some latitude to set objectives, priorities and timelines that may impact department or individual work group.
Contributes to budget preparation by supplying costs and recommendations. Manages appropriate project budgets for consulting services.
Manages a specific program or project, but typically does not supervise people.