Senior Project Engineer

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Where You Will Work

Looking to live in a small town with big opportunities? Our Bagdad operations in Arizona offers housing at a subsidized rate, a family-friendly atmosphere and numerous amenities including an aquatic center, golf course and fitness center. Located 100 miles northwest of Phoenix, Bagdad is home to the worlds first commercial - scale concentrate leach processing facility, as well as one of the longest continuously operating solvent extraction/electrowinning plants in the world.  Visit the Bagdad town website to learn more.

What You Will Do

Provide technical advice and guidance for all phases of assigned large/complex 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

What You Bring To Freeport

• Bachelors degree in an appropriate Engineering discipline and five (5) years of related experience in Engineering or related field, OR

• Masters degree in an appropriate Engineering discipline and three (3) years of related experience in Engineering or related field

• 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

• 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

Preferred

• Strong knowledge of MSHA and OSHA regulations
• Skills in reviewing, and analyzing Civil, Mechanical and electrical drawings
• Advanced degree or professional engineering (PE) certification
• Experience in cost estimating for projects
• Experience with project financials, including S-curves and AFEs

What We Offer You

The estimated annual pay range for this role is currently $105,000-$145,000. 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.

• 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

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