Senior Geomechanical Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Life Insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Discounted insurance

Job summary

Freeport-McMoRan seeks a Geomechanical Engineer to provide oversight of slope stability and rock mechanics for hard rock mining operations. You will coordinate with outside consultants, review data, and support mine design and planning in a hybrid Tucson, AZ environment.

The role emphasizes communication, safety, and the application of MS Office and AutoCAD in geotechnical analyses. Travel and flexible schedules may be required.

Qualifications

• Requires a degree in mine/geotechnical engineering and several years of hard rock mining experience.
• Strong understanding of rock mechanics and slope stability principles.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Provide geomechanical project oversight and review with outside consultants and mine planning teams.
• Review slope stability data collection, analysis, and remedial work; interpret rock strength data and geologic structures.
• Communicate accurate slope stability information to mine and site personnel and inspect pit walls and stockpiles.

Skills

Communication

Safety awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering / Geological Engineering / Geotechnical Engineering

Master's degree in Mining / Geological / Geotechnical Engineering

Tools

MS Office

AutoCAD

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

Our Technology Center is home to a team of globally recognized engineers and scientists who provide innovative mining, processing and environmental solutions to our operations throughout the world. Our employees make use of state-of-the-art laboratories and test facilities, including a fully automated analytical lab – the first of its kind in the Americas. Employees provide direct support in a variety of areas: mineral processing, hydrometallurgy, analytical chemistry, mineralogy, process economics, mining and geology.

Whether you choose to live in Green Valley, Sahuarita or Tucson, you will enjoy spectacular sunsets and mild winters, as well as numerous local attractions. Tucson is home to the Pima Air and Space Museum, University of Arizona and Sonora Desert Museum. Other notable community staples are several schools, hospitals, restaurants, parks, shopping centers and more. Visit sahuaritaaz.gov and tucsonaz.gov to learn more.

What You Will Do

• Provides geomechanical project oversight and review relating to outside consultants, pit slope water control, structural geology, design slope angles and interfacing with mine design and planning.
• Reviews slope stability data collection, analysis and remedial work including slope monitoring data processing, rock strength parameters, geologic structures, slope control blast designs, and slope angle reviews.
• Communicate accurate, timely and relevant slope stability and geomechanical information to mine and site personnel.
• Conduct and communicate the results of inspections of pit walls, stockpiles, and site access roads.
• Proactively seek improvements to the safe mining of mine reserves relating to slope monitoring, slope maintenance, slope and catch bench designs, blasting, geomechanical data acquisition and analyses.
• Assists with the development, maintenance and implementations of strategic plans to enhance the mine’s slope stability program.
• May represent the site on company sponsored steering teams related to geomechanical or mine slope stability efforts.
• Overall property slope management functions for pit slopes, and stockpiles.
• Manage and provide Geomechanical project oversight and review relating to outside consultants, pit slope water control, structural geology, design slope angles and interfacing with mine design and planning.
• Manage and review slope stability data collection, analysis and remedial work including slope monitoring data processing, rock strength parameters, geologic structures, slope control blast designs, and slope angel reviews.
• Manage, conduct and communicate the results of inspections of pit walls, stockpiles and site access roads.
• Develop, maintain and implement strategic plans to enhance the mine’s slope stability program.
• Usage of appropriate software (MS Office, AutoCAD) and Geotechnical data analysis, Mintec’s MineSight (or equivalent)
• Perform other duties as required.

What You Bring To Freeport

• Bachelor's degree in Mine Engineering, Geological Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or related Engineering disciplineandfive (5) years of Engineering experience in hard rock mining relating to rock mechanics and rock slope stability,OR
• Master's degree in Mine Engineering, Geological Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or related Engineering disciplineandthree (3) years of Engineering experience in hard rock mining relating to rock mechanics and rock slope stability
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of Engineering
• Able to research and analyze information of considerable difficulty and draw valid conclusions
• Ability to develop and maintain awareness of occupational hazards and safety precautions
• Skilled in following safety practices and recognizing hazards
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing

Preferred Qualifications

• M.S. Degree in Mining, Geological, or Geotechnical Engineering with a minimum 7 years of experience in hard rock mining relating to rock mechanics and rock slope stability.
• Experience in managing a hard-rock mine geomechanical program

What We Offer You

The estimated annual pay range for this role is currently $97,500-$138,000. 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.

• 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.
• This is a hybrid role with primary work performed from Tucson, Arizona.
• Candidates must be available to work on-site at least (3) days per week as business needs require.
• Ability to travel domestically up to 50% and internationally up to 20% is required.