Engineer II

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. Apply Today!

Where You Will Work

Located approximately 50 miles northeast of Safford, Arizona on U.S. Highway 191, Morenci operations (an open-pit copper mining complex) has been in continuous operation since 1939. The operation consists of two concentrators, crushed-ore leach pad and stacking system, a low-grade run-of-mine (ROM) leaching system; four SX plants; and three EW tank houses that produce copper cathode.

Morenci is a unique company town where our employees and their families can reconnect with nature through hiking, fishing, camping, hunting and numerous parks. The company offers several amenities, including company housing OR employees who are required to work on-site are eligible for a $750 monthly housing allowance, provided they meet program guidelines, a newly constructed daycare and community center, library, health-care facilities, state-of-the-art fitness centers, a movie theater and a skate park. Our dedicated Parks and Recreation Division plans activities for people of all ages, making sure there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Visit the Morenci town  website  to learn more.

What You Will Do

Reviews, investigates and develops appropriate recommendations regarding assigned engineering project.

Serves as Project Manager or technical advisor, on small-to-medium site construction, expansion or modification projects.

Evaluates and administers contracts with vendors for the provision of services and equipment.

Collaborates in site strategic planning and budgeting efforts for designated engineering areas.

Assists in the development and evaluation of Appropriation Request (AR) for capital funding.

Performs other duties as required.

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

Has no budgetary responsibility

Manages a specific program or project and may supervise people.

What You Bring To Freeport

Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate Engineering discipline and three (3) years related experience in engineering, OR

Master’s degree in appropriate Engineering discipline and two (2) years related experience in engineering.

Preferred Qualifications

CMRP, CRL OR CRE Certification

Experience performing RCFA, FMEA, or Asset Lifecycle assessments

What We Offer You

The estimated annual pay range for this role is currently  $87,500-$120,000 . 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 here to view a sample of Total Rewards Estimate for this role.

Employees who are required to work on-site are eligible for a $750 monthly housing allowance, provided they meet program guidelines

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 HRSC@fmi.com .