Mine Engineer II
About the role
Freeport-McMoRan is dedicated to offering an employment package that acknowledges excellence, supports safe production, and fosters a culture aligned with our core values. In this collaborative environment, safety is paramount, opinions are valued, and individuals are empowered to advance in their careers.
What You Will Do
- Develop mining plans based on geological information to support planning and production goals.
- Participate in engineering feasibility studies to define mining methods, equipment, mine site facilities, and manpower and production requirements.
- Absorb detailed ore reserve estimates and assist in their preparation.
- Monitor mining methods and equipment to enhance performance and productivity.
- Ensure maximum productivity and extraction rates by optimizing mining methods, procedures, and equipment.
- Assist in developing and managing mine, mine ventilation, waste dumps, and stockpile designs.
- Recommend solutions to eliminate production issues and improve safety, operational efficiency, cost control, and environmental protection.
- Collaborate with geologists in exploration and assist in the engineering phases of developments and operational activities.
- Monitor mine ventilation and air quality at working sites throughout the mine.
- Perform other duties as required.
What You Bring To Freeport
- Bachelor's degree in Mine Engineering or related Engineering discipline with three (3) years of related experience in Engineering, or
- Master's degree in Mine Engineering or related Engineering discipline with two (2) years of related experience in Engineering.
- Knowledge of Mine Engineering principles and practices.
- Ability to research and analyze complex information and draw valid conclusions.
- Skills in identifying and addressing occupational hazards and maintaining safety protocols.
- Effective communication abilities, both verbally and in writing.
Preferred Qualifications
- Preferred qualifications include:
What We Offer You
The estimated annual pay range for this role is currently $87,500 - $120,000. 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. For more details, 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, and parental leave.
- Tuition assistance.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Discounted insurance plans for pet, auto, home, and vehicle.
- Internal progression opportunities.
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, including shift work at a 24/7, 365-day operation.
- Freeport-McMoRan promotes a drug/alcohol-free work environment through mandatory pre-employment drug testing and ongoing 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.