Autonomous Controls Specialist II

Freeport-McMoran, Inc.$87K — $120K *
Transportation
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High School diploma or GED with 7 years of mining or related experience
  • Associate's degree in a relevant field with 5 years of mining or related experience
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field with 3 years of mining or related experience
  • Proficiency in English for safety instructions and communication
  • Strong organizational and decision-making skills

Responsibilities

  • Facilitate execution of the mine plan using the Command system
  • Coordinate with maintenance and engineering teams to improve haulage performance
  • Track KPIs and assist with real-time operational adjustments
  • Communicate updates on operational status and document shift activities
  • Perform additional duties as assigned

Benefits

  • Affordable medical, dental and vision benefits
  • Company-paid life and disability insurance
  • 401(k) plan with employer contributions
  • Paid time off, sick time, and holiday pay
  • Tuition assistance for continuing education
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Discounted insurance for pets and vehicles
  • Opportunities for internal progression
Full Job Description
Where You Will Work

Looking to live in a small town with big opportunities? Our Bagdad operations in Arizona offers housing at a subsidized rate, a family-friendly atmosphere and numerous amenities including an aquatic center, golf course and fitness center. Located 100 miles northwest of Phoenix, Bagdad is home to the world's first commercial - scale concentrate leach processing facility, as well as one of the longest continuously operating solvent extraction/electrowinning plants in the world. Visit the Bagdad town website to learn more.

What You Will Do

Facilitates shift activities for autonomous haulage mining operations, including coordinating the movement of equipment, personnel, and materials while partnering closely with mine operations and utilizing the MineStar Command system to ensure work is carried out safely, efficiently, and aligned with daily production targets.
  • Facilitate execution of the mine plan using the Command system, monitor performance, troubleshoot issues in real time, and adjust operations to maintain safe and continuous performance.
  • Coordinate collaboration with maintenance, engineering, and technology teams to resolve equipment and system issues and improve haulage performance.
  • Deliver KPI delivery by tracking metrics, identifying issues, and assisting with real-time adjustments while following direction and prioritizing tasks to maintain safe and efficient operations.
  • Communicate real-time updates on plans, system status, and decisions while documenting shift activities and supporting smooth handoffs to ensure continuity.
  • Perform other duties as requested.


What You Bring To Freeport

  • High School diploma or GED, and seven (7) years of combined experience in mining, heavy industrial industry, dispatch, fleet management systems, autonomy, project management, data analytics, continuous improvement, or data driven methodology

OR
  • Associate's degree in Automated Industrial Technology, Industrial Automation Technology, Mechatronics, Instrumentation & Control Technology, Business, Operations Management, Project Management, Computer Information Systems, Data Analytics, Mining Technology, or other related field, and five (5) years of combined experience in mining, heavy industrial industry, dispatch, fleet management systems, autonomy, project management, data analytics, continuous improvement, or data driven methodology

OR
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Mining Technology, Mechatronics Technology, Computer Science, Data Science, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Business, Operations Management, Autonomous Systems Engineering, Project Management, or other related field, and three (3) years of combined experience in mining, heavy industrial industry, dispatch, fleet management systems, autonomy, project management, data analytics, continuous improvement, or data driven methodology.
  • Ability to understand and apply verbal and written work and safety-related instructions and procedures in English
  • Ability to communicate in English with respect to job assignments, job procedures and applicable safety standards
  • Proficiency in computer operation and application
  • Organizational and priority setting skills with ability to make complex decisions and prioritize outcomes
  • Completion of required academic and practical competencies, including Line of Progression requirements where applicable, with demonstrated ability to apply knowledge and skills and pass required assessments with a score of 80% or higher


Preferred Qualifications

  • At least 2 years of experience with Fleet Management Systems such as MineStar Fleet and/or Modular
  • Diverse work experience across various areas of mining processes
  • Conflict management skills with ability to handle difficult situations
  • Ability to influence others and manage up effectively
  • Negotiation skills to achieve outcomes in environments with competing priorities.


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. 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.

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