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Senior Reliability Engineer - Military Veterans

at Freeport-McMoRan

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. Apply Today!     

 

Where You Will Work   

Sierrita operations is located just 20 miles from Tucson – Arizona’s second-largest city. Its cutting-edge mine training facility, with state-of-the-art labs, classrooms and advanced simulators, equips our people with the skills, expertise and knowledge to excel. Whether you choose to live in Green Valley, Sahuarita or Tucson, you will enjoy spectacular sunsets and mild winters as well as numerous local attractions. Tucson is home to the Pima Air and Space Museum, University of Arizona and Sonora Desert Museum. Other notable community staples are several schools, hospitals, restaurants, parks, shopping centers and more. Visit sahuaritaaz.gov and tucsonaz.gov to learn more.   



Description



Under limited supervision plan, organize, manage and evaluate designated engineering projects and programs, ensuring the successful conclusion of all phases within an appropriate time and at appropriate cost.



  • Review, investigate and develop appropriate recommendations regarding assigned engineering projects.

  • Manage projects and serve as subject matter expert (SME) on large/complex site planning/construction, expansion or modifications.

  • Provide guidance and counsel to the site management team on applicable processes, practices, and existing/proposed local, state and federal regulations.

  • Contribute to site strategic planning and budgeting efforts for designated engineering areas.

  • Develop and evaluate AFE’s (Authorization for Expenditure) for capital funding requests.

  • May evaluate and administer contracts with vendors for the provision of services and equipment.

  • May represent the site on Company sponsored steering committees, task forces, or teams.

  • Perform other duties as assigned.

  • Works on complex issues and implements solutions mostly through the determination of strategy and delegation to others in a group or functionalarea.

  • Often collaborates with managers and/or functional or site leaders and hassome interaction with external colleagues.

  • Works under moderate supervision and has some latitude to set objectives, priorities and timelines that may impact department or individual work group

  • Contributes to budget preparation by supplying costs and recommendations. Manages appropriate project budgets for consulting services.

  • Manages a specific program or project, but typically does not supervise people





Qualifications



Minimum Requirements:



  • Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate Engineering discipline and five (5) years related experience in engineering or related field, OR

  • Master’s degree in an appropriate Engineering discipline and three (3) years related experience in engineering or related field.

  • Advanced knowledge of the principles and practices of engineering

  • Able to research and analyze information of considerable difficulty and draw valid conclusions

  • Skilled in managing large/complex engineering projects

  • Skilled in following safety practices and recognizing hazards

  • Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing


Preferred Qualifications:



  • Experience in a project stage gate process

  • Experience and general understanding of multidiscipline mining projects

  • Experience in industrial and infrastructure project management

  • Experience in mine planning and financial evaluation process

  • Experience in collaborating with multidiscipline groups to develop comprehensive scope of work

  • Experience in project budgeting and scheduling


Criteria/Conditions:



  • Location requires mobility in an office environment; each floor is accessible by elevator. Occasionally work will be performed in a mine, outdoor or manufacturing plant setting.

  • Must be able to frequently sit, stand and walk.

  • Must be able to frequently lift and carry up to 10 pounds.

  • Must be able to work in a potentially stressful environment.

  • Personal protective equipment is required when performing work in a mine, outdoor, manufacturing or plant environment, including hard hat, hearing protection, safety glasses, safety footwear, and as needed, respirator, rubber steel-toe boots, protective clothing, gloves and any other protective equipment as required.

  • Freeport-McMoRan promotes a drug/alcohol-free work environment through the use of mandatory pre-employment drug testing and on-going random drug testing as allowed by applicable state laws




What We Offer You  

The estimated annual pay range for this role is currently $98,000-$137,000. 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. Click here 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   

  • Learn more about our competitive and comprehensive benefits package!  
     

   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  

 

Please be advised that Freeport-McMoRan will never request payment for job-related expenses from applicants. If you receive any suspicious emails, please disregard them, and report the incident to HRSC@fmi.com. 

Green Valley, AZ

Freeport-McMoRan

Freeport-McMoRan Copper & Gold Inc. (FCX) is a leading international mining company with headquarters in Phoenix, Arizona. FCX operates large, long-lived, geographically diverse assets with significant proven and probable reserves of copper, gold and molybdenum. FCX is the world’s largest publicly traded copper producer and has a dynamic portfolio of operating, expansion and growth projects in the copper industry. FCX is also the world’s largest producer of molybdenum and a significant gold producer.

The company’s portfolio of assets includes the Grasberg mining complex in Indonesia, the world’s largest copper and gold mine in terms of recoverable reserves, significant mining operations in the Americas, including the large scale Morenci and Safford minerals districts in North America and the Cerro Verde and El Abra operations in South America, and the highly prospective Tenke Fungurume minerals district in the Democratic Republic of Congo. At December 31, 2010, FCX had proven and probable copper reserves of 120.5 billion pounds.

Our global workforce includes over 29,700 employees. The company has a strong commitment to safety performance, environmental management and to the local communities where it operates. FCX is a founding member of the International Council on Mining and Metals and committed to implementation of the ICMM Sustainable Development Framework.

Our stock trades on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol “FCX”.

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