Senior Geomechanical Engineer – Underground Mining

Freeport McMoRan Inc.; Empire (CO); On-site; USD 88,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing allowance

Medical, dental, vision

Life and disability insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Discounted insurance

Job summary

Freeport-McMoRan Inc. at the Henderson mine seeks a Geomechanical Engineer II U/G to lead underground stability analyses and design, coordinating with the geomechanical team to maintain a safe excavation environment.

The role requires expertise in rock mechanics, geotechnical assessment, and design of ground support, with responsibilities spanning data analysis, reporting, and continuous improvement of mining practices.

Responsibilities

• Oversee underground excavation stability management functions including ground support design and stability monitoring.
• Develop and review ground support designs for underground excavations using empirical, kinematic, and stress-based analysis methods to ensure a safe working environment.
• Manage and review underground excavation stability data collection, analysis, monitoring data processing, and remedial work.
• Communicate geomechanical information to mine and site personnel through reports and presentations.
• Proactively seek improvements to safe mining practices related to monitoring, maintenance, support design, and data acquisition.
• Develop, maintain, and implement strategic plans to enhance underground excavation stability programs.
• Provide Geomechanical project oversight and review for external consultants.
• Utilize software including MS Office, AutoCAD, Deswik (or equivalent), and RocScience tools such as unWedge, Phase2, RS3, and Dips.
• Perform other duties as required.

Job description

Freeport-McMoRan Inc. at the Henderson mine seeks a Geomechanical Engineer II U/G to lead underground stability analyses and design, coordinating with the geomechanical team to maintain a safe excavation environment.

The role requires expertise in rock mechanics, geotechnical assessment, and design of ground support, with responsibilities spanning data analysis, reporting, and continuous improvement of mining practices.