Process Automation Engineering Specialist II

Freeport McMoRan Inc.; Bagdad (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 124,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable medical, dental and vision benefits

401(k) plan with employer contribution/match

Paid time off, paid sick time, parental leave

Tuition assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

A leading mining company is seeking a Process Automation Engineering Specialist II in Bagdad, Arizona. This role demands collaboration to enhance Industrial Control Systems and ensure their performance. Candidates with a degree in a scientific field and extensive engineering experience in process automation are preferred. The role promotes a strong safety culture, and offers competitive benefits and a supportive work environment. Interested individuals should apply by reviewing their qualifications and be prepared for a non-standard work schedule.

Qualifications

• 7 years of relevant Engineering experience or more with a HS Diploma.
• 3 years of relevant Engineering experience with a Bachelor's degree.
• 2 years of relevant Engineering experience with a Master's degree.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate to improve site Industrial Control Systems.
• Direct Cybersecurity practices related to Process Automation.
• Maintain performance of ICS hardware and software.

Skills

Emerson DeltaV

Rockwell PLC

PLC and HMI programming

SCADA systems

DCS training

Mining and mineral processing knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in a Scientific discipline

Master's degree in a Scientific discipline

Job description

Process Automation Engineering Specialist II

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

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 the Bagdad town website to learn more.

This position is not eligible for Freeport-McMoRan immigration work visa sponsorship.

Description

Under general supervision, collaborate with others to give direction on and improve performance of site Industrial Control Systems.

• Follows and promotes Freeport-McMoRan safety and environmental programs and practices, communicates safety implications related to Process Automation (PA) and directs Industrial Control System (ICS) cybersecurity practices and policies.
• Gives directions on Process Automation engineering topics and projects.
• Develops and participates in engineering project proposals, and engineering designs, and has ability to verify the quality of project work meets site Process Automation standards.
• Maintains the performance of ICs hardware and software. Participates in identifying opportunities to implement process improvement and optimization through automation while improving Operator and Operations effectiveness.
• Participates in the implementation and maintenance of the Process Control Network (PCN) while maintaining plant performance, cyber security, and plant historian systems.
• Specifies and reviews specialized, analytical and advanced instrumentation solutions to be integrated into the site ICs.
• Participates in Process Automation equipment life cycle management and develops plans proposals, and budgetary estimates to ensure equipment remains current and up to date.
• Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED and seven (7) years of Engineering experience relevant to Process Automation, OR
• Bachelor’s degree in a Scientific discipline and three (3) years of Engineering experience relevant to Process Automation, OR
• Master’s degree in a Scientific discipline and two (2) years of Engineering experience relevant to Process Automation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Emerson DeltaV and Rockwell PLC 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 and systems
• Familiarity with or training in NFPA 70 and NEC or Electrical Journeyman Training

Criteria / Conditions

• Personal protective equipment is required when performing work in a mine, outdoor, manufacturing or plant environment, including hard hat, hearing protection, safety glasses, safety footwear, and as needed, respirator, rubber steel-toe boots, protective clothing, gloves and any other protective equipment as required.
• Freeport-McMoRan promotes a drug/alcohol-free work environment through the use of mandatory pre-employment drug testing and on-going random drug testing as allowed by applicable state laws.

What We Offer You

The estimated annual pay range for this role is currently $90,000-$124,500. 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.

• 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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