Geomechanical Engineer II

Freeport-McMoRan; Bagdad (AZ); On-site; USD 88,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable medical benefits

Company-paid life and disability

Job summary

Freeport-McMoRan in Bagdad, AZ is seeking a Geomechanical Engineer II to support open-pit mining projects, focusing on slope stability, rock mechanics, and geotechnical data analysis. You will collaborate with mine design and planning teams to oversee geomechanical work and ensure safety.

Requirements include a bachelor's degree in engineering with 3 years of experience (or a master's with 2 years). Proficiency in MS Office and AutoCAD is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline and 3 years engineering experience in relevant areas.
• Master’s degree in engineering with 2 years related experience in engineering.
• Knowledge of mining engineering and geotechnical applications in hard rock open pit environments.

Responsibilities

• Assist in geomechnical project oversight and review with outside consultants, pit slope water control, structural geology, design slope angles, interfacing with mine design and planning.
• Assist in slope stability data collection, analysis and remedial work including slope monitoring, rock strength parameters, geologic structures, slope control blast designs, and slope angle reviews.
• Communicate accurate, timely and relevant slope stability and geomechnical information to mine and site personnel.
• Assist in inspections of pit walls, stockpiles, and site access roads.
• Proactively seek improvements to safe mining of mine reserves related to slope monitoring, slope maintenance, slope and catch bench designs, blasting, geomechnical data acquisition and analyses.

Skills

Mining knowledge

Geotechnical analysis

Project management

Communication

Safety awareness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Master’s degree in Engineering

Tools

MS Office

AutoCAD

Job description

Title: Geomechanical Engineer II

Requisition ID: 147337

Location: Bagdad, AZ, US, 86321

Category: Engineering Services

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 theBagdad town website to learn more.

This position may be eligible for Freeport-McMoRan immigration work visa sponsorship.

What You Will Do

• Assist in geomechnical project oversight and review, relating to outside consultants, pit slope water control, structural geology, design slope angles and interfacing with mine design and planning.
• Assist in slope stability data collection, analysis and remedial work including slope monitoring data processing, rock strength parameters, geologic structures, slope control blast designs, and slope angle reviews.
• Communicate accurate, timely and relevant slope stability and geomechnical information to mine and site personnel.
• Assist in conducting and communicating the results of inspections of pit walls, stockpiles, and site access roads.
• Proactively seek improvements to the safe mining of mine reserves relating to slope monitoring, slope maintenance, slope and catch bench designs, blasting, geomechnical data acquisition and analyses. Perform other duties as required

What You Bring To Freeport

• Bachelor’s degree in appropriate Engineering discipline and three (3) years engineeringexperience in an area or areas relevant to assignment, OR.
• Master’s degree in appropriate Engineering discipline and two (2) years related experience inengineering.
• Knowledge in the principles and practices of Mining, Mining Engineering and Geotechnical applications in a hard rock open pit mine environment
• Knowledge of appropriate software (MS Office, AutoCAD) and Geotechnical data analysis
• Skilled at researching, analyzing and communicating information of considerable difficulty and develop appropriate conclusions and action plans
• Skilled in managing Engineering projects related to a hard rock open pit setting
• 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
• Skilled in following safety practices and recognizing hazards

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in hard rock mining relating to rock mechanics and rock slope stability

What We Offer You

The estimated annual pay range for this role is currently$87,500.00-$120,000.00. 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. 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.

Nearest Major Market

Prescott

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Facilities, Geology, Drafting, Engineer, CAD, Operations, Engineering