Mine Engineer I

Chino is an open-pit copper mining complex located 15 miles from the historic mining community of Silver City in southwestern New Mexico. The historic Chino mine was among the world's first low-grade, open-pit copper mines. Today, the operation consists of a 36,000-metric-ton-per-day concentrator that produces copper and a 150-million-pound-per-year solvent extraction/electrowinning plant that produces copper cathode from solution generated by run-of-mine leaching.

The community of Silver City boasts various restaurants, arts, entertainment, cliff dwellings, festivals and much more. Residents and visitors enjoy gentle four seasons, with three hundred days of sunshine a year and low humidity. From unique shopping finds in the galleries to everyday groceries, schools and housing, there are numerous amenities for everyone.

This position may be eligible for Freeport-McMoRan immigration work visa sponsorship.

About the role

Assists in the planning and performing of mining engineering duties related to development and production at assigned site.

• Assists in the development of mining plans to support short and/or long-range planning and production goals
• Participates in engineering feasibility studies to define proper mining methods, equipment selection, mine site facilities, and manpower and production requirements
• Monitors mining methods and equipment, with a view to improving performance
• Assists in developing and managing mine, mine ventilation, waste dumps and stockpile designs
• Assists in identifying courses of action to improve safety, operational efficiencies, control production costs and protect the environment
• Perform other duties as required

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mining or Geological Engineering with no experience required
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of mining engineering
• 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

Preferred Qualifications

Additional discretionary and incentive payment considerations may be available based on company and individual performance.

Benefits

• 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

Pay

The estimated annual pay range for this role is $75,000 - $104,000. 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.

Schedule

• 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

Additional Requirements

• Candidates may be required to pass a medical exam
• Candidates must pass all required training and/or testing
• 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