Innovation Engineer I

Freeport McMoRan Inc.; Arizona; On-site; USD 75,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing allowance

Medical, dental and vision benefits

Life and disability insurance

401(k) plan with employer contribution

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition assistance

Employee assistance program

Discounted insurance plans

Internal progression opportunities

Job summary

Freeport-McMoRan is seeking a reliability engineer at Morenci, AZ, to support tracking and improvement of plant reliability and production. You will lead crew-level sessions, research external solutions, and implement best practices to drive performance gains.

The role requires analytical thinking, collaboration, and strong communication; on-site operations with potential shift work and a comprehensive benefits package are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering; no experience required.
• Exposure to probability, statistical analysis, and reliability engineering.
• Ability to research and interpret data using hypothesis generation and Design of Experiment methodologies.
• Knowledge of software tools (Python, R, SQL, Excel).
• Knowledge of processes, costs, schedules, constraints, and deliverables of assigned crews to improve safety, process efficiencies, production rates, cost controls, and environmental protection.
• Knowledge of equipment and associated SOPs at a crew level.
• Skilled in following safety practices and recognizing hazards.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the tracking and monitoring of reliability and production; provide recommendations for improvements.
• Lead brainstorming and fact-finding sessions at the crew level and research external solutions for crew issues.
• Implement lessons learned and best practices from other sites at the crew level; influence safety and operational changes.
• Prepare observations, reports, and root cause analyses for the Senior Innovation Engineer regarding continuous improvement opportunities.

Skills

Safety awareness

Communication

Data analysis

Research skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Master’s degree in related engineering

Tools

Python

R

SQL

Excel

Job description

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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

Located approximately 50 miles northeast of Safford, Arizona on U.S. Highway 191, Morenci operations (an open-pit copper mining complex) has been in continuous operation since 1939. The operation consists of two concentrators, crushed-ore leach pad and stacking system, a low-grade run-of-mine (ROM) leaching system; four SX plants; and three EW tank houses that produce copper cathode.

Morenci is a unique company town where our employees and their families can reconnect with nature through hiking, fishing, camping, hunting and numerous parks. The company offers several amenities, including company housing OR employees who are required to work on-site are eligible for a $750 monthly housing allowance, provided they meet program guidelines, a newly constructed daycare and community center, library, health-care facilities, state-of-the-art fitness centers, a movie theater and a skate park. Our dedicated Parks and Recreation Division plans activities for people of all ages, making sure there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Visit the Morenci town website to learn more.

What You Will Do

Under close supervision, assists with the tracking and monitoring of the reliability and production of the plant or fleet and provides recommendations and guidance for execution of methods, engineering solutions, tactics, and strategies for enhancing overall reliability and production. In this role, you lead brainstorming and fact‑finding sessions at the crew level and research proven external solutions to similar crew issues. You implement lessons learned and best practices from other sites and external parties at the crew level, while influencing and motivating changes in operational behavior and processes. You also make observations, prepare reports, and conduct root cause analyses for the Senior Innovation Engineer regarding continuous improvement opportunities on assigned crews, and perform other duties as required.

What You Bring To Freeport

• Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate Engineering discipline with no experience required
• Exposure to probability, statistical analysis, and reliability engineering
• Ability to research and interpret data of minimal complexity using hypothesis generation and Design of Experiment methodologies
• Knowledge of software tools (Python, R, SQL, Excel, etc.)
• Knowledge of processes, costs, schedules, constraints, and deliverables of assigned crews to improve safety, process efficiencies, production rates, cost controls, and environmental protection
• Knowledge of equipment and associated SOPs at a crew level
• Skilled in following safety practices and recognizing hazards
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a related engineering discipline
• Mining Operations, Crushing and Convey and Concentrating Operations
• Six Sigma experience or certification

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. Click here to view a sample of Total Rewards Estimate for this role.

• Employees who are required to work on-site are eligible for a $750 monthly housing allowance, provided they meet program guidelines
• 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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