Freeport-McMoRan · 6 days ago
Mine Engineer II
Freeport-McMoRan is committed to providing a collaborative and safe work environment. The Mine Engineer II will develop mining plans, participate in feasibility studies, and optimize mining methods to ensure maximum productivity and safety in operations.
Mining
Responsibilities
Develop mining plans based on all available geological information to support short and/or long-range planning and production goals
Participate in Engineering feasibility studies to define proper mining methods, equipment selection, mine site facilities, and manpower and production requirements
Assist in the preparation of detailed ore reserve estimates
Monitor mining methods and equipment to improve performance
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 courses of action designed to eliminate potential production problems and to improve safety, operational efficiency, control production costs and protect the environment
Work with Geologists in exploration and assists in the Engineering phase of developments and operational activities
Monitor mine ventilation and air quality at working sites throughout the mine
Perform other duties as required
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Mine Engineering or related Engineering discipline and three (3) years of related experience in Engineering, OR
Master's degree in Mine Engineering or related Engineering discipline and two (2) years of related experience in Engineering
Knowledge of the principles and practices of Mine Engineering
Able to research and analyze information of considerable difficulty and draw valid conclusions
Ability to develop and maintain awareness of occupational hazards and safety precautions
Skilled in following safety practices and recognizing hazards
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
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
Preferred
Experience with Mine operations and/or dispatch and/or short range planning
Benefits
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!
Company
Freeport-McMoRan
Freeport-McMoRan Inc. (Freeport) is a leading international metals company with the objective of being foremost in copper.
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