Principal Engineer II

Freeport-McMoran, Inc.$134K — $187K *
Technical Services
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's in Engineering with 10+ years experience; Master’s with 8+ years; or PhD with 6+ years in related field
  • Advanced understanding of engineering principles and practices
  • Strong research and analytical skills
  • Knowledge of occupational safety hazards and precautions
  • Exceptional communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences

Responsibilities

  • Lead engineering projects and provide recommendations for technical challenges
  • Align engineering projects with organizational strategic goals
  • Communicate effectively to influence strategy and execution
  • Contribute technically to complex projects with high skill set
  • Solve challenging technical issues and drive project success
  • Participate in industry events and implement new practices
  • Mentor and develop talent to achieve objectives across disciplines

Benefits

  • Affordable medical, dental, and vision benefits
  • Company-paid life and disability insurance
  • 401(k) plan with employer contribution
  • Paid time off and holidays, including parental leave
  • Tuition assistance and Employee Assistance Program
  • Discounted insurance plans for pets, auto, and home
  • Internal progression opportunities
Full Job Description
What You Will Do

As a technical leader, provide guidance, expertise and mentorship for engineering projects, technical challenges and programs. Defines and drives leading practice and transfer of technical expertise and knowledge. Contributes subject matter expertise in a relevant discipline as needed to improve outcomes, projects, and programs. Demonstrates a high degree of creativity, foresight, and mature judgement in planning, organizing and guiding complex programs and activities. Interprets theory and practice to Sr Leadership to aid in decision making. Identifies solutions and makes recommendations based on technical expertise and opinion.
  • Lead, review, investigate, and develops appropriate recommendations regarding assigned engineering projects and/or technical challenges within specific technical discipline and across adjacent disciplines.
  • Actively align engineering efforts with the organization's strategic goals and contribute to the development of long-term technical strategies.
  • Communicate with others such that it leads to influence and change in strategy and execution. Clear and effective communicator to lay and expert audiences alike, and within the technical discipline.
  • Consistently demonstrate exceptional technical skills and expertise, making significant contributions to complex projects.
  • Identify and solve challenging technical problems, driving valuable outcomes.
  • Actively participate in relevant industry events, conferences, training - staying up-to-date with the latest advancements and trends and recommending new practices or changes to programs based on state of practice developments.
  • Lead, collaborate and influence site and/or project management regarding strategy and execution of engineering projects and in addressing technical challenges to ensure standards are met and improvements are implemented.
  • Identify and promote opportunities for innovation and continuous improvement initiatives in engineering processes, products or systems and evaluates opportunities in terms of readiness, suitability, and risk.
  • Identify opportunities and provide input for strategic planning and budgeting efforts for designated engineering areas.
  • Act as a mentor, coach and guide for developing talent to achieve objectives across multiple disciplines. Motivates peers and team members.
  • Perform other duties as requested.


What You Bring To Freeport

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related engineering discipline and ten (10) years of experience in related engineering field; OR
  • Master's degree in Engineering or related engineering discipline and eight (8) years of experience in related engineering field; OR
  • PhD in Engineering or related engineering discipline and six (6) years of experience in related engineering field.
  • Advanced knowledge of the principles and practices of engineering
  • Able to research and analyze information of considerable difficulty and draw valid conclusion.
  • Ability to develop and maintain awareness of occupational hazards and safety precautions.
  • Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly and effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, both verbally and in writing


What We Offer You

The estimated annual pay range for this role is currently $134,000-$187,500. 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 incentive compensation considerations based on company and individual performance. Additionally, this position is currently eligible for annual long-term incentive consideration. Long-term incentives are contingent upon authorized approval under the terms and conditions of the Company's plan and award agreements. More details will be shared during the hiring process. Click hereto 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.
  • 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.

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