Senior Geomechanical Engineer - Slope Stability Lead
Freeport-McMoRan Inc.
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Job summary
Freeport-McMoRan is seeking a Geomechanical Engineer to provide oversight of slope stability and manage relationships with external consultants. The role focuses on pit slope analysis, rock mechanics, and integration with mine design and planning, with a hybrid work arrangement in Tucson.
The position requires advanced degrees in Mine/Geotechnical Engineering and substantial experience in hard rock mining. Travel up to 50% domestically and 20% internationally is expected, with comprehensive
Qualifications
- Geomechanical and slope stability knowledge required.
- Experience with slope data analysis, rock mechanics, and design slope reviews.
- Strong design and communication skills for reporting to site personnel.
Responsibilities
- Provide geomechanical oversight for pit slopes and outside consultants.
- Review slope stability data collection and analysis, and remedial work.
- Communicate slope stability information to mine personnel in a timely manner.
- Inspect pit walls, stockpiles, and access roads and report findings.
- Support strategic plans to enhance slope stability programs.
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Job description
Freeport-McMoRan is seeking a Geomechanical Engineer to provide oversight of slope stability and manage relationships with external consultants. The role focuses on pit slope analysis, rock mechanics, and integration with mine design and planning, with a hybrid work arrangement in Tucson.
The position requires advanced degrees in Mine/Geotechnical Engineering and substantial experience in hard rock mining. Travel up to 50% domestically and 20% internationally is expected, with comprehensive
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