Process Automation Engineer II

Freeport-McMoRan; Bayard (NM); On-site; USD 87,500 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision benefits

Company-paid life and disability

401(k) plan with employer contribution

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Freeport-McMoRan is seeking a Process Automation Engineer II to lead direction on automation topics, engineer projects, and maintain ICS hardware and software at the Chino copper operation in New Mexico. The role emphasizes safety, cyber security, and performance optimization within a 24/7 facility.

Qualified candidates bring a bachelor’s (or master’s) in engineering with related Process Automation experience and a track record in PLC/SCADA/DCS systems, with readiness for site leadership and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate Engineering discipline with 3 years related Process Automation experience.
• Master’s degree in an appropriate Engineering discipline with 2 years related Process Automation experience.
• Strong knowledge of Process Automation systems and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Direct and improve performance of site Industrial Control Systems under supervision.
• Promote safety and environmental programs and practices related to Process Automation.
• Maintain ICS hardware/software and support plant performance and cyber security.
• Develop project proposals, designs, and lifecycle management plans with budget estimates.

Skills

Process Automation

Engineering

Cybersecurity awareness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Master’s degree in Engineering

Tools

PLC

HMI

SCADA

DCS

Job description

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.

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

What You Will Do

Under general supervision, you collaborate with others to give direction on and improve the performance of site Industrial Control Systems. You follow and promote safety and environmental programs and practices, communicate safety implications related to Process Automation, and support Industrial Control System cybersecurity practices and policies. In this role, you give direction on Process Automation engineering topics and projects, develop and participate in engineering project proposals and designs, and verify that project work meets site Process Automation standards. As the Process Automation Engineer II, you maintain the performance of ICS hardware and software, identify opportunities for process improvement and optimization through automation to enhance operator and operations effectiveness, participate in implementation and maintenance of the Process Control Network while supporting plant performance, cybersecurity, and historian systems, specify and review advanced instrumentation solutions, implement equipment life‑cycle management with plans, proposals, and budgetary estimates, and perform other duties as required.

What You Bring To Freeport

• Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate Engineering discipline and three (3) years related experience in engineering relevant to Process Automation

OR

• Master’s degree in an appropriate Engineering discipline and two (2) years related experience in engineering relevant to Process Automation

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous supervision and leadership experience
• PLC, HMI, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) and/or Distributed Control Systems (DCS) manufacture training or certification
• Experience with plant process historians or similar database storage and retrieval systems
• Experience with ICS/PCN network architecture, communication, and security
• Experience in or understanding of mining and mineral processing systems
• Familiarity with or training in NFPA 70, NEC, or Electrical Journeyman Training

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.

• 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