Autonomous Controls Specialist II

Socket.dev; Bagdad (AZ); On-site; USD 88,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Company insurance

401(k)

Time off

Tuition assistance

EAP

Discounted plans

Job summary

Freeport-McMoRan in Bagdad, Arizona, seeks a skilled mining operations professional to facilitate shift activities for autonomous haulage, coordinate equipment and personnel, and partner with mine operations to meet daily production targets using MineStar Command.

Responsibilities include monitoring performance, collaborating with maintenance/engineering teams, delivering KPI updates, and ensuring safe, continuous operations with clear English communication and strong safety focus.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED and seven (7) years of combined mining/dispatch experience.
• Associate’s degree in related fields with five (5) years of experience.
• Bachelor’s degree with three (3) years of experience in mining or related field.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates shift activities for autonomous haulage mining operations.
• Coordinates movement of equipment, personnel, and materials.
• Delivers KPI updates and supports real-time adjustments for safety and production.

Skills

Communication skills

English fluency

Problem solving

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associate’s degree

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

MineStar Command

Fleet management systems

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.

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 world's 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 websi te to learn more.

What You Will Do

Facilitates shift activities for autonomous haulage mining operations, including coordinating the movement of equipment, personnel, and materials while partnering closely with mine operations and utilizing the MineStar Command system to ensure work is carried out safely, efficiently, and aligned with daily production targets.

• Facilitate execution of the mine plan using the Command system, monitor performance, troubleshoot issues in real time, and adjust operations to maintain safe and continuous performance.
• Coordinate collaboration with maintenance, engineering, and technology teams to resolve equipment and system issues and improve haulage performance.
• Deliver KPI delivery by tracking metrics, identifying issues, and assisting with real-time adjustments while following direction and prioritizing tasks to maintain safe and efficient operations.
• Communicate real-time updates on plans, system status, and decisions while documenting shift activities and supporting smooth handoffs to ensure continuity.
• Perform other duties as requested.

What You Bring To Freeport

• High School diploma or GED, and seven (7) years of combined experience in mining, heavy industrial industry, dispatch, fleet management systems, autonomy, project management, data analytics, continuous improvement, or data driven methodology

OR

• Associate’s degree in Automated Industrial Technology, Industrial Automation Technology, Mechatronics, Instrumentation & Control Technology, Business, Operations Management, Project Management, Computer Information Systems, Data Analytics, Mining Technology, or other related field, and five (5) years of combined experience in mining, heavy industrial industry, dispatch, fleet management systems, autonomy, project management, data analytics, continuous improvement, or data driven methodology

OR

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Mining Technology, Mechatronics Technology, Computer Science, Data Science, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Business, Operations Management, Autonomous Systems Engineering, Project Management, or other related field, and three (3) years of combined experience in mining, heavy industrial industry, dispatch, fleet management systems, autonomy, project management, data analytics, continuous improvement, or data driven methodology.
• Ability to understand and apply verbal and written work and safety-related instructions and procedures in English
• Ability to communicate in English with respect to job assignments, job procedures and applicable safety standards
• Proficiency in computer operation and application
• Organizational and priority setting skills with ability to make complex decisions and prioritize outcomes
• Completion of required academic and practical competencies, including Line of Progression requirements where applicable, with demonstrated ability to apply knowledge and skills and pass required assessments with a score of 80% or higher

Preferred Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience with Fleet Management Systems such as MineStar Fleet and/or Modular
• Diverse work experience across various areas of mining processes
• Conflict management skills with ability to handle difficult situations
• Ability to influence others and manage up effectively
• Negotiation skills to achieve outcomes in environments with competing priorities.

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.

• 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.