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Lead Engineering Technician - Leach Process Optimization

Freeport-McMoRanPhoenix, ArizonaFull-time
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Compensation$64K - 87K a year

Manage and oversee in-field activities related to recipe development, optimization test work, and trials at a mining site. | Minimum of 7 years in a relevant engineering or technical role, experience with field test work, leaching processes, and operational troubleshooting. | At Freeport-McMoRan, we are committed to providing an employment package that recognizes excellence, encourages safe production and a culture supported by our core values. Here, you’ll find a collaborative environment where safety is a top priority, all opinions are valued, and people are empowered to grow in their career. Apply Today! Where You Will Work Located approximately 50 miles northeast of Safford, Arizona on U.S. Highway 191, Morenci operations (an open-pit copper mining complex) has been in continuous operation since 1939. The operation consists of two concentrators, crushed-ore leach pad and stacking system, a low-grade run-of-mine (ROM) leaching system; four SX plants; and three EW tank houses that produce copper cathode. Morenci is a unique company town where our employees and their families can reconnect with nature through hiking, fishing, camping, hunting and numerous parks. The company offers several amenities, including company housing OR employees who are required to work on-site are eligible for a $750 monthly housing allowance, provided they meet program guidelines, a newly constructed daycare and community center, library, health-care facilities, state-of-the-art fitness centers, a movie theater and a skate park. Our dedicated Parks and Recreation Division plans activities for people of all ages, making sure there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Visit the Morenci town website to learn more. What You Will Do This position will be based out of our Morenci, AZ mine site location. This role is primarily responsible for managing and overseeing in-field activities related to recipe development and optimization test work and trials. The Senior Technician ensures the successful implementation and operation of field arrays, supports planning and execution of additive, heat, and raffinate injection trials, and facilitates timely sample collection and processing to generate actionable test results. The position requires significant site presence, especially at Morenci, and regular coordination with contractors and operators to ensure operational continuity. Manage and oversee in-field activities for recipe development and optimization test work and trials, including Field Array trials to evaluate leaching uplift and technical aspects of additive development. Implement and operate field arrays and associated units, ensuring 24/7 operational readiness and troubleshooting as needed. Liaise with contractors and operators responsible for mixing/dosing additives, monitoring field array operations, and ensuring compliance with protocols. Collect, process, and analyze samples to ensure expeditious generation of test results and support technical evaluations. Participate in planning phases of field test work to provide practical support during execution, including weekend standby as required. Perform additional duties as requested/required. What You Bring To Freeport Minimum of 7 years of experience in an engineering or technical area relevant to the assignment or mining industry Experience with field test work, sample collection, and basic analytical techniques Familiarity with leaching processes, additive mixing/dosing, and operation of field arrays or similar equipment Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills in operational environments Ability to coordinate with contractors and site personnel, ensuring compliance and operational continuity Effective communication and organizational skills with strong time‑management ability Commitment to safety, environmental compliance, and operational excellence Willingness to work weekends and maintain required site presence Preferred Qualifications Experience with recipe development, optimization trials, and technical support for mining or chemical processing operations Prior involvement in heat or raffinate injection trials Basic data analysis skills and familiarity with reporting protocols Leach Operations Experience What We Offer You The estimated annual pay range for this role is currently $31.00-$42.00/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. 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. 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. Equal Opportunity Employer Please be advised that Freeport-McMoRan will never request payment for job-related expenses from applicants. If you receive any suspicious emails, please disregard them, and report the incident to HRSC@fmi.com.

Field test work
Sample collection and analysis
Troubleshooting and operational problem-solving
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Posted 18 days ago
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Lead Engineering Technician - Leach Process Optimization

Freeport McMoRanPhoenix, ArizonaFull-time
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Compensation$64K - 87K a year

Manage and oversee in-field activities related to recipe development, optimization test work, and trials in a mining environment. | Minimum of 7 years in an engineering or technical role relevant to mining, with experience in field test work, leaching processes, and equipment operation. | At Freeport-McMoRan, we are committed to providing an employment package that recognizes excellence, encourages safe production and a culture supported by our core values. Here, you’ll find a collaborative environment where safety is a top priority, all opinions are valued, and people are empowered to grow in their career.  Apply Today!          Where You Will Work    Located approximately 50 miles northeast of Safford, Arizona on U.S. Highway 191, Morenci operations (an open-pit copper mining complex) has been in continuous operation since 1939. The operation consists of two concentrators, crushed-ore leach pad and stacking system, a low-grade run-of-mine (ROM) leaching system; four SX plants; and three EW tank houses that produce copper cathode.     Morenci is a unique company town where our employees and their families can reconnect with nature through hiking, fishing, camping, hunting and numerous parks. The company offers several amenities, including company housing OR employees who are required to work on-site are eligible for a $750 monthly housing allowance, provided they meet program guidelines, a newly constructed daycare and community center, library, health-care facilities, state-of-the-art fitness centers, a movie theater and a skate park. Our dedicated Parks and Recreation Division plans activities for people of all ages, making sure there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Visit the Morenci town website to learn more. What You Will Do This position will be based out of our Morenci, AZ mine site location.   This role is primarily responsible for managing and overseeing in-field activities related to recipe development and optimization test work and trials. The Senior Technician ensures the successful implementation and operation of field arrays, supports planning and execution of additive, heat, and raffinate injection trials, and facilitates timely sample collection and processing to generate actionable test results. The position requires significant site presence, especially at Morenci, and regular coordination with contractors and operators to ensure operational continuity. Manage and oversee in-field activities for recipe development and optimization test work and trials, including Field Array trials to evaluate leaching uplift and technical aspects of additive development. Implement and operate field arrays and associated units, ensuring 24/7 operational readiness and troubleshooting as needed. Liaise with contractors and operators responsible for mixing/dosing additives, monitoring field array operations, and ensuring compliance with protocols. Collect, process, and analyze samples to ensure expeditious generation of test results and support technical evaluations. Participate in planning phases of field test work to provide practical support during execution, including weekend standby as required. Perform additional duties as requested/required.What You Bring To Freeport Minimum of 7 years of experience in an engineering or technical area relevant to the assignment or mining industry Experience with field test work, sample collection, and basic analytical techniques Familiarity with leaching processes, additive mixing/dosing, and operation of field arrays or similar equipment Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills in operational environments Ability to coordinate with contractors and site personnel, ensuring compliance and operational continuity Effective communication and organizational skills with strong time‑management ability Commitment to safety, environmental compliance, and operational excellence Willingness to work weekends and maintain required site presence Preferred Qualifications Experience with recipe development, optimization trials, and technical support for mining or chemical processing operations Prior involvement in heat or raffinate injection trials Basic data analysis skills and familiarity with reporting protocols Leach Operations Experience What We Offer You  The estimated annual pay range for this role is currently $31.00-$42.00/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. 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.   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.   Equal Opportunity Employer     Please be advised that Freeport-McMoRan will never request payment for job-related expenses from applicants. If you receive any suspicious emails, please disregard them, and report the incident to HRSC@fmi.com.

Field test work
Sample collection and analysis
Troubleshooting and operational problem-solving
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Posted 18 days ago
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Manager Geoscience

Freeport-McMoRanAnywhereFull-time
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Compensation$Not specified

The Manager of Geoscience supports FCX Exploration and Business Development programs by applying best-informed geologic and technical practices. This role includes strategic planning, technical leadership, and effective communication across various teams. | Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and at least 15 years of experience in copper and related mineral exploration. Leadership experience and superb communication skills are essential. | Why You Should Apply for This Job At Freeport-McMoRan, we are committed to providing employment that recognizes excellence and encourages safe production, with a culture supported by our core values. Here, you’ll find a collaborative environment where safety is a top priority. Apply Today! Where You Will Work Our global headquarters is in Phoenix, Arizona. Several hundred employees support our operations in finance, human resources, health and safety, information technology, planning, and more. Our flexible work program allows employees to work virtually as well as come together in person when needed at our Collaboration Hub in Phoenix and/or one of our site locations. Employees can work remotely from most states in the U.S., with the exception of California, Connecticut, Illinois, Kansas, Kentucky, Massachusetts, Michigan, New Hampshire, New York, North Carolina, Oklahoma and South Carolina. Additional states may be excluded from remote work based on business factors. Should the position shift to in-person (office/site) work in the future, the company will offer relocation benefits at that time, so long as the position meets the established eligibility for these benefits. Description The Manager of Geoscience supports FCX Exploration and Business Development programs and helps deliver results by applying best-informed geologic and technical practices, particularly in early-stage greenfield target generation, evaluation, and exploration program design. The position has visibility and expectation to contribute at the strategic level, down to mentoring and practical implementation at the detailed field- or lab-team level. The role also supports other FCX leaders in innovation and research in operations and early-stage exploration techniques as well as orebody knowledge acquisition, value-identification, and use across both Exploration and other FCX user groups. As an internal expert the Manager has leadership roles across various exploration, mine site geology, mineral processing and related groups. Strategic Planning and Target Generation: Development of exploration strategies to safely and effectively deliver high-quality copper district discoveries to FCX at low cost. Identification of high potential targets meeting Freeport criteria. Project generation. Technical Leadership: Lead and advise exploration project managers. Apply technical expertise - guidance and mentoring – on exploration program toolkit selection. Quality assurance and control, including peer review of internally generated projects/opportunities. Support and guidance on global ATS targeting system. Business: Assistance on commercial transactions. Advise on budgets, resources and timelines for exploration activities. Communication and Collaboration: Effective communication and ability to ensure targeting team remains focused. Stakeholder engagement as necessary – building and maintaining strong relationships. Ability to communicate to technical and non-technical stakeholders, including senior management. Ability to work and lead collaboratively across FCX groups, without direct formal authority. Safety Leadership: A strong commitment to Freeport’s safety culture and protocols. Perform other duties as requested Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Science, Geology, Geological Engineering, or related field At least 15+ years of copper and related mineral exploration and practical-research experience Proven experience and capability to work across multiple diverse cultures Superb written and oral communications Demonstrated leadership experience, including managing teams, projects, or initiatives within mineral exploration or related fields Preferred Qualifications: Master’s Degree or PhD A record of publication on technical and practical exploration topics via peer-reviewed journals or other venue What We Offer You 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. 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 auto, home and pet Internal progression opportunities Learn more about our competitive and comprehensive benefits package! What We Require Freeport-McMoRan promotes a drug/alcohol-free work environment using mandatory pre-employment drug testing as allowed by applicable laws. Equal Opportunity Employer Please be advised Freeport-McMoRan will never request payment for job-related expenses from applicants. If you receive any suspicious emails, please disregard them, and report the incident to HRSC@fmi.com.

Geology
Exploration
Technical Leadership
Project Management
Communication
Collaboration
Safety Leadership
Strategic Planning
Target Generation
Quality Assurance
Mentoring
Stakeholder Engagement
Budgeting
Resource Management
Innovation
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Posted 5 months ago

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