Senior Underground Mine Engineer

Freeport McMoRan • Phoenix, AZ

102d • $101,000 - $141,000

About The Position

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 has some 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.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate Engineering discipline and five (5) years related experience, OR Master's degree in an appropriate Engineering discipline and three (3) years related experience.
• Advanced knowledge of the principles and practices of engineering.
• Ability to research and analyze information of considerable difficulty.
• Skilled in managing large/complex engineering projects.
• Skilled in following safety practices and recognizing hazards.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a project stage gate process.
• Experience and understanding of multidiscipline mining projects.
• Experience in industrial and infrastructure project management.
• Experience in mine planning and financial evaluation process.
• Experience in collaborating with multidiscipline groups.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, manage and evaluate designated engineering projects and programs.
• Review, investigate and develop recommendations regarding assigned engineering projects.
• Manage projects and serve as subject matter expert (SME) on large/complex site planning/construction.
• Provide guidance to the site management team on applicable processes and regulations.
• Contribute to site strategic planning and budgeting efforts.
• Develop and evaluate AFE’s for capital funding requests.
• Evaluate and administer contracts with vendors for services and equipment.
• Represent the site on Company sponsored committees or teams.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Collaborate with managers and site leaders.

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 insurance plans for auto, home and pet.
• Internal progression opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree