Senior Metallurgist: Copper Processing Expert, On-Site

Freeport-McMoRan Inc.; Arizona; Hybrid; USD 98,000 - 138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing allowance

Medical benefits

Life and disability insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Employee assistance program

Discounts on pet, auto, home insurance

Job summary

Freeport-McMoRan Morenci, located about 50 miles northeast of Safford, Arizona, seeks a Metallurgy professional to provide technical leadership in metallurgical testing and analysis at the Morenci site. Under general supervision, you will plan and conduct studies, serve as a technical expert, and guide improvements to processes and equipment.

Qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in Metallurgy, Chemistry or related engineering and 5 years of experience, or a master’s with 3 years.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of the principles and methods used in complex Metallurgical and processing analyses
• 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

Responsibilities

• Conducts, plans and assists with Metallurgical study, development, testing and analyses of designs, processes or procedures at assigned site
• Serves as technical expert on complex Metallurgical testing
• Reports metallurgical or process issues and makes recommendations to Chief Metallurgist on how to resolve/correct the issues
• Reviews and recommends new or enhanced Metallurgical testing equipment or protocols
• Contributes to the improvement of Metallurgical process
• Evaluates and administers contracts with vendors for the provision of services and equipment
• Provides guidance and counsel to the site management team on applicable programs, practices and existing/proposed local, State and Federal regulations
• Maintains current working knowledge of applicable Federal, State and local regulations
• May contribute to site strategic planning and budgeting efforts for Metallurgical testing
• May represent the site on company-sponsored steering teams
• Performs other duties as required

Skills

Metallurgical knowledge

Safety awareness

Analytical ability

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Metallurgy, Chemistry or related Engineering discipline

Master's degree in Metallurgy, Chemistry or related Engineering discipline

Job description

Freeport-McMoRan Morenci, located about 50 miles northeast of Safford, Arizona, seeks a Metallurgy professional to provide technical leadership in metallurgical testing and analysis at the Morenci site. Under general supervision, you will plan and conduct studies, serve as a technical expert, and guide improvements to processes and equipment.

Qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in Metallurgy, Chemistry or related engineering and 5 years of experience, or a master’s with 3 years.