Senior Mine Engineer
Job Location:
Tucson, AZ - USA
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Job Summary
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 youll find a collaborative environment where safety is a top priority all opinions are valued and people are empowered to grow in their career. Apply Today!
Where You Will Work
Our Technology Center is home to a team of globally recognized engineers and scientists who provide innovative mining processing and environmental solutions to our operations throughout the world. Our employees make use of state-of-the-art laboratories and test facilities including a fully automated analytical lab the first of its kind in the Americas. Employees provide direct support in a variety of areas: mineral processing hydrometallurgy analytical chemistry mineralogy process economics mining and geology.
Whether you choose to live in Green Valley Sahuarita or Tucson you will enjoy spectacular sunsets and mild winters as well as numerous local attractions. Tucson is home to the Pima Air and Space Museum University of Arizona and Sonora Desert Museum. Other notable community staples are several schools hospitals restaurants parks shopping centers and more. Visit and to learn more.
Description
- Develop mine plans based on all available geological and geotechnical information to support long-range and short-range planning and production goals
- Provides guidance and counsel to the site Management and subordinates on equipment selection capital and operating costs manpower safety practices and either existing or proposed technical aspects of mine operation
- In collaboration with Management and subordinates prepare manpower capital and equipment requirements to meet budgeting and forecast objectives
- Prepare and optimize Life-of-Mine (LOM) phase designs sequencing and ore reserves to minimize strip ratio and maximize NPV
- Develop and manage mine waste stockpile designs within Corporate and regulatory guidelines
- Proficient use of Mine Engineering software packages to help perform and interpret results in an efficient and timely manner
- Mentors and trains new Engineers on how to perform Mine Engineering tasks using complex computer software
- Recommend courses of action specifically to improve safety operational efficiency overall production cost and protect the environment
- Develop and evaluate AFEs (Authorization for Expenditure) for capital funding requests
- Supports open pit planning activities including the development of alternative mining plans to maximize the value of the operations
- Evaluates and administer contracts with vendors for the provision of services and equipment
- Serves as Project Manager or technical expert on large/complex site construction expansion or modification projects
- May represent the site on company sponsored steering teams
- Performs other duties as required
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in Mining or Geological Engineering and five (5) years of related experience in Engineering or related field OR
- Masters degree in Mining or Geological Engineering and three (3) years of related experience in Engineering or related field
- Hands-on experience within the last five (5) years using the principles and practices of Mine Engineering with at least two (2) typical mine functions (long or short-range planning ore control dispatch Geomechanical control project management or supervision)
- Knowledge of the principles standards and practices of Mine Engineering
- Able to research and analyze information of considerable difficulty and draw timely and valid conclusions
- Skilled in managing large/complex Engineering projects
- Able to evaluate and implement new methods and techniques for operational improvement
- Ability to develop and maintain awareness of occupational hazards and safety precautions
- Skilled in following safety practices and recognizing hazards
- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
- Advanced degree or Professional Engineering (PE) Certification
- Ability to understand and apply verbal and written work and safety-related instructions and procedures given in English
- Ability to communicate in English with respect to job assignments job procedures and applicable safety standards
- Must be able to work in a potentially stressful environment
- Work may be located at a mine site or work location on a permanent assignment which may include exposure to extremes in temperature and humidity moving mechanical parts risk of electrical shock toxic chemicals explosives fumes or airborne particles
- While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to stand sit demonstrate manual dexterity climb stairs and ladders work on elevated platforms talk hear and see
- Occasionally may be required to lift moderately heavy objects up to thirty (30) pounds during the course of the workday
- Personal protective equipment is required when performing work in a mine outdoor manufacturing or plant environment including hard hat hearing protection safety glasses safety footwear and as needed respirator rubber steel-toe boots protective clothing gloves and any other protective equipment as required
- Freeport-McMoRan promotes a drug/alcohol free work environment through the use of mandatory pre-employment drug testing and on-going random drug testing as per applicable State Laws
What We Offer You
The estimated annual pay range for this role is currently $97500-$138000. This range reflects base salary only and does not include bonus payments benefits or retirement contributions. Actual base pay is determined by experience qualifications skills and other job-related factors. This role is eligible for additional discretionary and incentive payment considerations based on company and individual performance. More details will be shared during the hiring process. Click hereto view a sample of Total Rewards Estimate for this role.
- 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 pet auto home and vehicle
- Internal progression opportunities
- Learn more about our competitive and comprehensive benefits package!
What We Require
- 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.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Please be advised that Freeport-McMoRan will never request payment for job-related expenses from applicants. If you receive any suspicious emails please disregard them and report the incident to .
Required Experience:
Senior IC
About Company
FCX operates large, long-lived, geographically diverse assets with significant proven and probable reserves of copper, gold and molybdenum.
