Senior Project Engineer

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 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 websi te  to learn more. What You Will Do Provide technical advice and guidance for all phases of assigned large/complex Engineering projects and programs, ensuring the successful conclusion of all phases within an appropriate time and at appropriate cost. Review, investigate and develop appropriate recommendations regarding assigned Engineering projects Manage projects and serve as subject matter expert (SME) on large/complex site planning/construction, expansion or modifications Provide guidance and counsel to the site management team on applicable processes, practices, and existing/proposed local, state and federal regulations Contribute to site strategic planning and budgeting efforts for designated Engineering areas Develop and evaluate AFE’s (Authorization for Expenditure) for capital funding requests May evaluate and administer contracts with vendors for the provision of services and equipment May represent the site on company sponsored steering committees, task forces, or teams Perform other duties as assigned What You Bring To Freeport Bachelor's degree in an appropriate Engineering discipline and five (5) years of related experience in Engineering or related field, OR Master's degree in an appropriate Engineering discipline and three (3) years of related experience in Engineering or related field Knowledge of the principles and practices of Engineering Able to research and analyze information of considerable difficulty and draw valid conclusions Skilled in managing large/complex Engineering projects Able to evaluate and implement new methods and techniques for operational improvement 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 Preferred Strong knowledge of MSHA and OSHA regulations Skills in reviewing, and analyzing Civil, Mechanical and electrical drawings Advanced degree or professional engineering (PE) certification Experience in cost…