Senior Environmental Engineer - Hybrid: Compliance & Projects Lead

Freeport-McMoRan; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 98,000 - 138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable medical, dental and vision

Company-paid life and disability

401(k) plan with employer contribution

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Discounted insurance plans

Internal progression opportunities

Job summary

Freeport-McMoRan seeks a Senior Environmental Engineer in Phoenix, AZ. This hybrid role participates in virtual collaboration and in-person meetings at the Collaboration Hub. You will lead environmental projects, oversee regulatory documentation, and advise site management on compliance and best practices.

The position requires a Bachelor’s in Engineering with 5+ years of environmental management experience (Master’s with 3+ years is also acceptable). Travel up to 30% domestically.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with five years of environmental management experience, including project management.
• Master’s degree with three years of environmental management and project leadership experience.
• Certification such as HAZWOPER, Method 9, DOT, EMS Auditor, Asbestos, Water Treatment Operator, or CHMM preferred.
• Knowledge of environmental compliance, permitting, incident investigation and reporting.
• Ability to research and analyze complex information and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to lead large or complex environmental projects and teams.
• Ability to implement new methods for operational improvement and safety awareness.
• Ability to analyze soil, water, and air samples for environmental hazards, and communicate findings.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering technical expertise, guidance and leadership for environmental projects.
• Determine environmental risk and develop regulatory documentation of results.
• Conduct site inspections and recommend actions in compliance with regulations.
• Review and propose actions on facility expansions, modifications or closures affecting discharges and emissions.
• Serve as Project Manager or technical expert on large or complex environmental projects.
• Evaluate contracts with vendors for services and equipment.
• Advise site management on applicable programs, practices and regulations.
• Contribute to site strategic planning and budgeting for environmental systems.
• Maintain knowledge of CERCLA, NEPA, SARA, Clean Air and Water Acts; mentor junior staff.

Skills

Project management

Environmental compliance

Regulatory documentation

Leadership

Contract management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Environmental, Civil, Chemical, Mining, etc.)

Master’s degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

Freeport-McMoRan seeks a Senior Environmental Engineer in Phoenix, AZ. This hybrid role participates in virtual collaboration and in-person meetings at the Collaboration Hub. You will lead environmental projects, oversee regulatory documentation, and advise site management on compliance and best practices.

The position requires a Bachelor’s in Engineering with 5+ years of environmental management experience (Master’s with 3+ years is also acceptable). Travel up to 30% domestically.