Geomechanical Engineer II

Freeport-McMoran, Inc. • $87K — $120K *
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field with 3 years of relevant experience, or a Master's degree with 2 years of experience.
  • Knowledge of Mining Engineering and Geotechnical applications in hard rock open pit environments.
  • Proficiency in software such as MS Office and AutoCAD for geotechnical data analysis.
  • Strong analytical skills for researching and communicating complex information.
  • Experience managing engineering projects in a hard rock mining context.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills for diverse audiences.
  • Awareness of occupational hazards and safety practices.

Responsibilities

  • Assist in overseeing geomechanical projects and liaising with consultants.
  • Collect and analyze slope stability data, including rock strength and geological structures.
  • Communicate slope stability and geomechanical information to site personnel.
  • Conduct inspections of pit walls, stockpiles, and access roads.
  • Propose improvements for safe mining practices related to slope monitoring and maintenance.

Benefits

  • Affordable medical, dental, and vision benefits.
  • Company-paid life and disability insurance.
  • 401(k) plan with employer contribution/match.
  • Paid time off, sick leave, holiday pay, and parental leave.
  • Tuition assistance for further education.
  • Employee Assistance Program for personal support.
  • Discounted insurance plans for pets, auto, and home.
  • Opportunities for internal career 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.

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

What You Will Do

  • Assist in geomechnical project oversight and review, relating to outside consultants, pit slope water control, structural geology, design slope angles and interfacing with mine design and planning.
  • Assist in slope stability data collection, analysis and remedial work including slope monitoring data processing, rock strength parameters, geologic structures, slope control blast designs, and slope angle reviews.
  • Communicate accurate, timely and relevant slope stability and geomechnical information to mine and site personnel.
  • Assist in conducting and communicating the results of inspections of pit walls, stockpiles, and site access roads.
  • Proactively seek improvements to the safe mining of mine reserves relating to slope monitoring, slope maintenance, slope and catch bench designs, blasting, geomechnical data acquisition and analyses. Perform other duties as required


What You Bring To Freeport

  • Bachelor's degree in appropriate Engineering discipline and three (3) years engineeringexperience in an area or areas relevant to assignment, OR
  • Master's degree in appropriate Engineering discipline and two (2) years related experience inengineering.
  • Knowledge in the principles and practices of Mining, Mining Engineering and Geotechnical applications in a hard rock open pit mine environment
  • Knowledge of appropriate software (MS Office, AutoCAD) and Geotechnical data analysis
  • Skilled at researching, analyzing and communicating information of considerable difficulty and develop appropriate conclusions and action plans
  • Skilled in managing Engineering projects related to a hard rock open pit setting
  • Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing to a diversely educated audience
  • Ability to develop and maintain awareness of occupational hazards and safety
  • Skilled in following safety practices and recognizing hazards


Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in hard rock mining relating to rock mechanics and rock slope stability


What We Offer You

The estimated annual pay range for this role is currently $87,500.00-$120,000.00. 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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