Senior Geomechanical Engineer

Freeport McMoRan Inc.; Tyrone (NM); On-site; USD 98,000 - 138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Life and disability insurance

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Employee assistance program

Insurance discounts

Career progression

Job summary

Freeport-McMoRan Inc. in Tyrone, NM, seeks a Geotechnical Engineer specializing in slope stability to oversee geomechanical projects and liaise with outside consultants and mine planning teams.

You will review slope stability data, monitor pit walls and stockpiles, and contribute to strategic plans to enhance slope stability while using MS Office and AutoCAD tools. A relevant degree and several years of mining experience are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mine Engineering, Geological Engineering, or related discipline with 5 years of hard rock mining experience.
• Master's degree with 3 years of related experience in rock mechanics and slope stability.
• Knowledge of engineering principles and safety practices.
• Strong written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Provide geomechanical project oversight with outside consultants and mine design teams.
• Review slope stability data collection, analysis, and remedial work.
• Communicate slope stability information to mine and site personnel.
• Inspect pit walls, stockpiles, and site access roads.
• Develop and implement strategic plans to enhance slope stability.

Skills

Geotechnical analysis

Slope stability knowledge

Communication skills

Safety awareness

MS Office

AutoCAD

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mine Engineering

Master’s degree in Mining/Geotechnical Eng

Tools

AutoCAD

MineSight / geotechnical software

MS Office

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

Tyrone is an open-pit copper mining complex located in Grant County, New Mexico – just 10 miles south of the historic mining community of Silver City. The copper processing facilities currently consist of a solvent extraction/electrowinning operation with an annual maximum capacity of approximately 100 million pounds of copper.

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.

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 ofexperience 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$97,500.00-$138,000.00.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. 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

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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