Senior Process Automation Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan with employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

Freeport-McMoRan is seeking a Senior Process Automation Engineer in Phoenix, AZ. The role leads process automation, reviews ICS proposals, and directs cybersecurity practices to optimize site performance. Hybrid work arrangement with on-site attendance several days a week and travel as needed.

The ideal candidate has a relevant engineering degree and 5+ years in process automation or advanced control systems, with supervisory or leadership experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in an Engineering discipline with relevant Process Automation experience.
• Five years of related engineering experience, including three years in regulatory and advanced control systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and direction for Process Automation engineering and ICS cybersecurity practices.
• Review proposals and designs to ensure compliance with site Process Automation standards.
• Guide performance of ICS hardware/software to identify automation-driven improvements.

Skills

Process Automation

Regulatory compliance

Advanced control systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Master’s degree in Engineering

Tools

PLC training

HMI training

SCADA training

DCS training

Job description

Title: Senior Process Automation Engineer

Requisition ID: 147767

Location:

Phoenix, AZ, US, 85040

Category: Engineering Services

Why You Should Apply For This Job

Why You Should Apply for This Job

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 global headquarters is in Phoenix, Arizona. Several hundred employees support global operations in finance, human resources, information technology, planning and more from the main office, satellite offices or online. As a Hybrid employee, you’ll engage in virtual collaboration as well as attend in-person meetings at our Collaboration Hub in Phoenix or at one of our site locations. The Collaboration Hub provides an open, flexible workspace for individuals and teams to come together for various business needs. Amenities at the Hub include a working café, phone booths and meeting rooms with technology tools for virtual and in-person collaboration. In-person attendance may vary based on the position and department requirements.

Phoenix is the capital of the Grand Canyon State and enjoys mostly bright skies throughout the year. It is the perfect place if you enjoy the outdoors, love sports, concerts and other big city amenities or technology. There are great neighborhoods around Phoenix, with easy access to a major city, nature, the arts and many more amenities.

What You Will Do

You provide leadership, management, direction, and advanced problem solving for Process Automation while reviewing and improving the performance of site Industrial Control Systems. You lead and promote safety and environmental programs, communicate safety implications related to Process Automation, and direct Industrial Control System cybersecurity practices. In this role, you lead and manage others by providing technical direction and guidance to direct reports on Process Automation Engineering topics, review engineering project proposals and designs to ensure work meets site Process Automation standards, and guide performance of ICS hardware and software to identify automation‑driven improvements that enhance operator and operations effectiveness. As the Senior Process Automation Engineer, you direct implementation and maintenance of the Process Control Network while maintaining plant performance, cybersecurity, and historian systems. You approve specialized analytical and advanced instrumentation solutions, manage automation equipment life‑cycle planning, proposals, and budget estimates, and perform other duties as required.

What You Bring To Freeport

• Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering discipline and five (5) years of related experience in engineering relevant to Process Automation or a related field including three (3) years of experience with regulatory and advanced control systems

OR

• Master’s degree in an appropriate Engineering discipline and three (3) years of related experience in engineering relevant to Process Automation or a related field including three (3) years of experience with regulatory and advanced control systems

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous supervision and leadership experience
• PLC, HMI, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) and/or Distributed Control Systems (DCS) manufacture training or certification
• Experience with plant process historians or similar database storage and retrieval systems
• Experience with ICS/PCN network architecture, communication, and security
• Experience in or understanding of mining and mineral processing systems
• Familiarity with or training in NFPA 70, NEC, or Electrical Journeyman Training

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 auto, home and pet
• Internal progression opportunities
• Learn more about our competitive and comprehensive benefits package!

What We Require

Freeport‑McMoRan promotes a drug/alcohol‑free work environment using mandatory pre‑employment drug testing as allowed by applicable laws.

Ability to work on‑site a minimum of three (3) days per week and travel up to 50% domestically and up to 10% internationally as business needs require.

Nearest Major Market:

Phoenix

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Process Engineer, Cyber Security, Instrumentation, Testing, Engineering, Mining, Security, Technology