Principal Metallurgical Engineer (Hybrid)

Freeport-McMoRan Inc.; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 112,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision

Company-paid life/disability

401(k) match

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Employee assistance program

Insurance discounts

Career progression

Job summary

Freeport-McMoRan Inc. in Phoenix, AZ, is seeking a senior metallurgical engineer to provide technical leadership and guide complex projects. The role supports strategic initiatives, reviews engineering challenges, and mentors peers across site and project teams.

Hybrid work arrangement with in-person collaborations at the Phoenix hub and travel as needed. Competitive compensation and benefits align with experience and company plans.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 7+ years of experience, or Master’s with 5+ years, or PhD with 3+ years.
• Advanced knowledge of extractive metallurgy and/or mineral processing engineering.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly to diverse audiences.
• Awareness of occupational hazards and safety practices.
• Experience in technical leadership and mentoring preferred.
• Participation in industry events and continuous learning preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review, investigate, and recommend solutions for engineering projects and technical challenges.
• Align engineering efforts with long-term organizational goals and strategies.
• Influence project execution and strategy through effective communication and collaboration.
• Apply advanced technical skills to solve complex problems and contribute to high-value initiatives.
• Stay current with industry trends and recommend improvements based on emerging practices.
• Collaborate with site and project teams to ensure standards are met and improvements implemented.
• Drive innovation and continuous improvement in engineering processes and systems.
• Support strategic planning and budgeting for engineering areas.
• Mentor and coach peers and junior engineers to build technical capability.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Metallurgy knowledge

Technical leadership

Mentoring

Industry events

Education

Bachelors in Metallurgical/Chemical Eng

Masters in Metallurgical/Chemical Eng

PhD in related engineering

Job description

Freeport-McMoRan Inc. in Phoenix, AZ, is seeking a senior metallurgical engineer to provide technical leadership and guide complex projects. The role supports strategic initiatives, reviews engineering challenges, and mentors peers across site and project teams.

Hybrid work arrangement with in-person collaborations at the Phoenix hub and travel as needed. Competitive compensation and benefits align with experience and company plans.