Senior Process Automation Technician

About the role

At Freeport-McMoRan, you'll find a collaborative environment focused on safety, innovation, and growth. Our Miami smelter and rod plant is located in the Globe-Miami historic mining district, offering a blend of natural beauty and convenience.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and maintain site Industrial Control Systems
• Mentor junior technicians, engineers, and operators on Process Automation topics
• Follow and direct safety and environmental programs, communicating safety implications related to ICS cybersecurity
• Lead and mentor others, providing guidance and supervision when needed
• Create and review engineering documentation, ensuring project work meets site standards
• Implement ICS hardware and software installations, identify process improvement opportunities, and enhance operational effectiveness
• Direct implementation and maintenance of the Process Control Network (PCN) to maintain plant performance, cybersecurity, and historian systems
• Respond promptly to plant issues and organize troubleshooting efforts
• Specify and install advanced instrumentation solutions for integration into ICS
• Participate in equipment life cycle management, develop plans and budgetary estimates, and manage projects
• Perform other duties as required

Requirements

• Completion of an approved electrical/instrumentation certification program and one (1) year of experience in process automation repair and maintenance in an industrial setting; OR five (5) years of experience relevant to electrical, instrumentation, and/or Process Automation maintenance and troubleshooting in an industrial setting, including one (1) year of Process Automation-specific maintenance and troubleshooting
• Completion of required academic and practical competencies, including Line of Progression requirements where applicable
• Demonstrated aptitude and ability to pass written assessments based on technical skills and safety
• Familiarity with NFPA 70 and NEC or Industrial Electrical Journeyman Training
• PLC, HMI, SCADA, and/or DCS manufacturer training or certification
• Experience with plant process historians or similar database systems
• Experience with ICS/PCN network architecture, communication, and security
• Experience in or understanding of mining and mineral processing systems

Qualifications

• Completion of an approved electrical/instrumentation certification program and one (1) year of experience in process automation repair and maintenance in an industrial setting; OR five (5) years of experience relevant to electrical, instrumentation, and/or Process Automation maintenance and troubleshooting in an industrial setting, including one (1) year of Process Automation-specific maintenance and troubleshooting
• Completion of required academic and practical competencies, including Line of Progression requirements where applicable
• Demonstrated aptitude and ability to pass written assessments based on technical skills and safety
• Familiarity with NFPA 70 and NEC or Industrial Electrical Journeyman Training
• PLC, HMI, SCADA, and/or DCS manufacturer training or certification
• Experience with plant process historians or similar database systems
• Experience with ICS/PCN network architecture, communication, and security
• Experience in or understanding of mining and mineral processing systems

Skills

• Technical skills in electrical, instrumentation, and Process Automation
• Ability to lead and mentor others
• Knowledge of safety and environmental programs
• Experience with ICS/PCN network architecture, communication, and security
• Understanding of mining and mineral processing systems

Benefits

The estimated pay range for this role is currently $35.00 - $47.00/hour. 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.

Pay

The estimated pay range for this role is currently $35.00 - $47.00/hour.

Schedule

This role is eligible for non-standard schedules, including shift work at a 24/7, 365-day operation.