Job Description

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

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  sahuaritaaz.gov and tucsonaz.gov to learn more.   

Description

Under general supervision, maintain performance of tailings impoundments, crushed leach pads, water dams, and related facilities through inspection, measurement, interpretation, coordination, and reporting.

• Contribute to data collection, information gathering and interpretation, reconciliation, sensitivity assessments, and data management
• Assist with the development, maintenance and implementation of plans to enhance tailings, crushed leach and/or water dam management programs.
• Proactively seek improvements to the safe and geotechnically stable construction and operation of ore leach pads, tailings storage facilities, storm water ponds, etc.
• Collaborate with Site TCLW Engineers, Operations and Maintenance departments to troubleshoot, resolve and report on operational issues
• Communicate accurate, timely and relevant Geotechnical information as needed to corporate and operational management team and staff
• Lead engineering and project management efforts on small projects or portions of larger projects
• Evaluate, select, and apply standard techniques, engineering tools, procedures, and guidelines to perform a task or sequence of tasks
• Assist with the preparation of annual sustaining capital, operational budget and capital funding
• Liaise with teammates in the FMMC Corporate TCLW Group to develop scopes of work, as required. Understand impact versus benefit
• May represent the site on company sponsored steering teams related to Geotechnical efforts
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering or related Engineering discipline from an accredited curriculum, with courses in Soil Mechanics and three (3) years of experience in Engineering or related scientific field, OR
• Master’s degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering or related Engineering discipline from an accredited curriculum, with courses in Soil Mechanics and two (2) years of experience in Engineering or related scientific field
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing to a diversely educated audience
• Ability to develop and maintain awareness of occupational hazards and safety for yourself and others
• Skilled in following safety practices and recognizing hazards
• Knowledge in the principles and practices of Civil, Geologic, Geotechnical, or Hydrologic Engineering or a related field of Science or Engineering
• Knowledge of appropriate software (MS Office, AutoCAD) and Geotechnical analysis

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of tailing storage facilities and water dams
• Knowledge of geotechnical slope stability instrumentation and monitoring programs
• Experience reviewing and editing geotechnical engineering reports and documents
• Knowledge of or experience in geotechnical analyses including field investigations, lab testing, soil characterization, and slope stability
• Knowledge of or experience in Tailings facility closure or closure planning
• Willing and able to travel domestically up to 50% of the time or as business requires

What We Offer You  

The estimated annual pay range for this role is currently $90,000-$124,500.  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.  

• 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. 
• 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
• 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 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 . 

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