Environmental Scientist or Environmental Engineer I

Freeport-McMoRan Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 104,000; 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

Internal progression opportunities

Job summary

Freeport-McMoRan Inc. seeks an Environmental Scientist I or Environmental Engineer I for the Chino site in New Mexico. You will support environmental projects, operate monitoring instruments, analyze data for compliance, and help implement risk-reduction programs in a safety-forward mining environment.

The role involves audits, data record-keeping, and interaction with management to ensure regulatory adherence. A relevant degree is required, with licensure or certifications encouraged.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science or related field.
• Additional certification or licensure appropriate to the job may be required or preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in installation, operation, and maintenance of environmental monitoring instruments and testing equipment.
• Analyze data for regulatory compliance.
• Evaluate and assess environmental risk and assist in developing programs for risk reduction.
• Participate in regular audits and inspections to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate in recommending action to management for regulatory compliance.
• Prepare and maintain detailed records of environmental data and communications.
• Develop basic knowledge of applicable environmental regulations and site policies.
• Coordinate recycling and disposition of materials and assets in compliance with legal requirements.
• Track and report recycling and disposition of materials and assets as directed.
• May provide leadership to technicians as assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science or related field

Job description

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Title: Environmental Scientist or Environmental Engineer I

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

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 close supervision, assists in providing technical support and guidance for environmental projects and programs at assigned site.

• Assists in installation, operation, and maintenance of environmental monitoring instruments and testing equipment
• Analyzes data for compliance with regulatory requirements
• Evaluates and assesses environmental risk and assists in developing programs for risk reduction
• Participates in regular audits and inspections of operations areas for purposes of ensuring compliance with regulatory programs, site environmental policies, procedures and requirements of the Environmental Management System
• Collaborates in recommending appropriate action to management in compliance with regulations
• Prepares and maintains detailed records and files of environmental data and communications
• Develops and maintains basic working knowledge of national, regional, and local environmental occupation health and other applicable regulations
• Develops a basic knowledge of site environmental policies and procedures
• Coordinates the timely recycling and disposition of materials and other company assets in compliance with applicable legal and other requirements
• Tracks and reports the recycling and disposition of materials and other company assets as directed
• May provide leadership to technicians as assigned
• Performs other duties as assigned

What You Bring To Freeport

• Environmental Scientist I:
  • Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Technology, Earth Science or related Natural Science (such as Biology, Chemistry, Geology, Hydrology, Forestry, Agriculture, Meteorology, Environmental/Natural Resource Management), or Mathematics/Computer Science including Accounting and Finance, Business Management or other Bachelor's degree

OR

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Environmental, Civil, Chemical, Agricultural, Mining, Metallurgical, Geological or similar)
• Applies to both positions above:
  • Additional certification or licensure appropriate to the job may be required or preferred (US examples include: HAZWOPER, Method 9, DOT, EMS Auditor, Asbestos, Water Treatment Operator, or CHMM)

What We Offer You

The estimated annual pay range for this role is currently$75,000 - $104,000.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.

• 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

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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