On-Site Project Engineer II - Mining Operations

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

Benefits offered by this job

Housing allowance

Medical, dental and vision benefits

Life and disability insurance

401(k) plan with employer match

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Freeport-McMoRan is seeking an Engineer II for Morenci, AZ, a copper mining complex with a long history of operation. The role emphasizes project management, technical leadership, and collaboration with multiple internal teams on site.

The position requires a Bachelor’s or Master’s in engineering and related experience, with preferred certifications and a focus on cost control, budgeting, and capital project execution. Eligible housing benefits may apply.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline with 3 years of related experience.
• Master’s degree in engineering with 2 years related experience.
• Preferred certifications: CMRP, CRL or CRE.

Responsibilities

• Reviews, investigates and develops appropriate recommendations regarding assigned engineering project.
• Serves as Project Manager or technical advisor, on small-to-medium site construction, expansion or modification projects.
• Evaluates and administers contracts with vendors for the provision of services and equipment.
• Collaborates in site strategic planning and budgeting efforts for designated engineering areas.
• Assists in the development and evaluation of Appropriation Request (AR) for capital funding.
• Performs other duties as required.
• Works on complex issues and implements solutions mostly through the determination of strategy and delegation to others in a group or functional area.
• Often collaborates with managers and/or functional or site leaders and has some interaction with external colleagues.
• Works under moderate supervision and has some latitude to set objectives, priorities and timelines that may impact department or individual work group
• Has no budgetary responsibility
• Manages a specific program or project and may supervise people.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering discipline

Master’s degree in engineering discipline

CMRP Certification

CRL Certification

CRE Certification

Tools

RCFA analysis

FMEA

Asset Lifecycle assessments

Job description

Freeport-McMoRan is seeking an Engineer II for Morenci, AZ, a copper mining complex with a long history of operation. The role emphasizes project management, technical leadership, and collaboration with multiple internal teams on site.

The position requires a Bachelor’s or Master’s in engineering and related experience, with preferred certifications and a focus on cost control, budgeting, and capital project execution. Eligible housing benefits may apply.