Reliability Engineer I

Freeport McMoRan Inc.; Morenci (AZ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing allowance

Medical benefits

401(k) plan with match

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Employee assistance program

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Discounted insurance plans

Job summary

Freeport-McMoRan Inc. in Morenci, Arizona, is seeking a Reliability Engineer to help ensure continuous production by analyzing equipment failures, performing root cause analysis, and implementing corrective actions.

You will review CMMS data, report KPIs, and recommend improvements. A Bachelor’s degree in engineering and strong MS Office skills are required; experience with CMMS such as SAP and vibration analysis is preferred. On-site work includes housing allowance eligibility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering; no experience required.
• MS Office suite including Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Project.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Understand safety, legality and quality; self-starter with integrity.

Responsibilities

• Perform root cause analysis of equipment failures and implement corrective actions.
• Assess cost impact of recommended action plans to fix downtime.
• Ensure continuous production despite equipment issues.
• Reports on Key Performance Indices.
• Analyze CMMS data for equipment health indicators and prepare reports.
• Evaluate existing processes and equipment; recommend improvements.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Communication skills

Self-motivation

Integrity

Safety oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Project

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.

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 townwebsite to learn more.

What You Will Do

• Perform root cause analysis of equipment failures and assist in the identification and implementation of corrective actions or technologies.
• Consider cost impact for recommended action plans for correcting downtime issues on installed equipment.
• Ensure continuous production is uninterrupted by equipment failures.
• Reports on Key Performance Indices.
• Analyze current CMMS data for equipment health indicators and prepare reports.
• Perform onsite evaluation of existing processes and equipment and make recommendations for improvement.
• Perform other duties as required.

What You Bring To Freeport

• Bachelor's degree in an appropriate Engineering discipline with no experience required.
• Working knowledge of MSOffice suite including Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Project.
• Knowledge and understanding of good engineering practices and principles.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Self-starter with solid integrity.
• Understand the importance of safety, legality and quality.

Preferred Qualifications

• Reliability Engineering experience through internships, co-ops, academic projects, or industry experience.
• Knowledge of preventive and predictive maintenance principles.
• Experience analyzing equipment failures and using data to support reliability improvements.
• Familiarity with CMMS systems such as SAP.
• Experience with vibration analysis, thermography, oil analysis, or other condition monitoring technologies is preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Mining, mineral processing, heavy industrial, or manufacturing experience preferred.

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.

• 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

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.