Automation Technician: Hands-on ICS & Plant Optimization

Freeport-McMoRan Inc.; New Mexico; Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable medical, dental and vision

Company-paid life and disability

401(k) plan with employer match

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Discounted insurance plans

Job summary

Freeport-McMoRan is seeking a Process Automation Technician Helper to support the Chino operations. You will troubleshoot and maintain industrial control systems under supervision, following safety and environmental programs and contributing to cybersecurity awareness.

The role emphasizes collaboration with Process Automation Engineering, reading engineering docs, and identifying process-improvement opportunities through instrumentation and automation while supporting plant performance.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated an affinity or aptitude in electrical, instrumentation, or Process Automation maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Completion of required academic and practical competencies.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and maintain site Industrial Control Systems under Process Automation supervision.
• Follow Freeport-McMoRan safety and environmental programs and practices while communicating safety implications related to Process Automation and adhering to Industrial Control System cybersecurity practices.
• Read engineering documentation and verify that the quality of project work meets site Process Automation standards.
• Understand ICS hardware and software installations and participate in identifying opportunities to implement process improvement and optimization through automation while improving Operator and Operations effectiveness.
• Troubleshoot plant issues under direct supervision and assist in integrating specialized analytical and advanced instrumentation solutions.

Skills

Electrical aptitude

Instrumentation aptitude

Process Automation maintenance

Education

Completion of required academic and practical competencies

Tools

PLC training

HMI training

SCADA training

DCS training

Job description

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Title: Process Automation Technician Helper

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

Chino is an open-pit copper mining complex located 15 miles from the historic mining community of Silver City in southwestern New Mexico. The historic Chino mine was among the world's first low-grade, open-pit copper mines. Today, the operation consists of a 36,000-metric-ton-per-day concentrator that produces copper and a 150-million-pound-per-year solvent extraction/electrowinning plant that produces copper cathode from solution generated by run-of-mine leaching.

The community of Silver City boasts various restaurants, arts, entertainment, cliff dwellings, festivals and much more. Residents and visitors enjoy gentle four seasons, with three hundred days of sunshine a year and low humidity. From unique shopping finds in the galleries to everyday groceries, schools and housing, there are numerous amenities for everyone. Visit Silver City to learn more.

What You Will Do

Under direct Process Automation supervision, you troubleshoot and maintain site Industrial Control Systems. You follow Freeport-McMoRan safety and environmental programs and practices while communicating safety implications related to Process Automation and adhering to Industrial Control System cybersecurity practices and policies. You collaborate with others on Process Automation Engineering topics and projects and locate and read engineering documentation and designs, understanding the importance of verifying that the quality of project work meets site Process Automation standards. You understand ICS hardware and software installations and participate in identifying opportunities to implement process improvement and optimization through automation while improving Operator and Operations effectiveness. You also understand the Process Control Network and its relationship to plant performance, cybersecurity, and plant historian systems, participating in troubleshooting plant issues under direct supervision. You take part in identifying and troubleshooting specialized analytical and advanced instrumentation solutions to be integrated into the site ICS under direct supervision and perform other duties as requested.

What You Bring To Freeport

• Demonstrated an affinity or aptitude in electrical, instrumentation, or Process Automation maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Completion of required academic and practical competencies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), HMI, SCADA, or DCS training/certification
• Experience with plant process historians or similar systems
• Familiarity with ICS/PCN architecture, communication, and security
• Understanding of mining and mineral processing systems
• Training in NFPA 70, NEC, or Electrical Journeyman

What We Offer You

The estimated pay range for this role is currently$23.00 - $31.00/hour. 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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