Freeport-McMoRan

Manager Engineering - Tailings, Crushed Leach & Water

LocationPhoenix, AZ
Salary$130,000-$182,000

About This Job

Why You Should Apply for This Job

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

Our global headquarters is in Phoenix, Arizona. Several hundred employees support global operations in finance, human resources, information technology, planning and more from the main office, satellite offices or online. As a Hybrid employee, you’ll engage in virtual collaboration as well as attend in-person meetings at our Collaboration Hub in Phoenix or at one of our site locations. The Collaboration Hub provides an open, flexible workspace for individuals and teams to come together for various business needs. Amenities at the Hub include a working café, phone booths and meeting rooms with technology tools for virtual and in-person collaboration. In-person attendance may vary based on the position and department requirements.

Phoenix is the capital of the Grand Canyon State and enjoys mostly bright skies throughout the year. It is the perfect place if you enjoy the outdoors, love sports, concerts and other big city amenities or technology. There are great neighborhoods around Phoenix, with easy access to a major city, nature, the arts and many more amenities.


Description

Achieve consistency in good practice among site Tailings Storage Facilities (TSFs), Crushed Leach (CL), and/or Water Dams (WD) through cross-functional engagement; by providing leadership; by recommending improvements to processes and systems; and through participation in strategic planning. Act as Responsible Tailings Facility Engineer (RTFE) for assigned complex TSF(s). Provide subject matter expertise to support and continuously improve the framework for sustaining stewardship, stability, and risk management for tailings, crushed leach, and/or water dams. Manage and review Engineering designs and construction plans for crushed leach pads, dams, levees and foundations company-wide and ensure optimization of projects. Serve as technical advisor on geotechnical infrastructure projects and as company resource for geotechnical information and analysis.

Serves as RTFE for assigned complex TSF(s) and is responsible for the integrity of the TSF(s). Responsible for the scope of work and budget requirements for the tailings facility, including risk management. Responsible for liaising with the EoR, operations, planning, regulatory affairs, social performance and environment teams. Responsible for the implementation of the design. Responsible for the establishment of a change management system. Responsible for the monitoring system and communication of the results to the EoR, including performance reviews. Responsible to deliver required documentation. Interfaces routinely with site leadership and Accountable Executive.

Lead a team of engineers to support operating site efforts and initiatives related to tailings facility management/engineering. Scope and supervise analysis and engineering projects related to tailings facility management practices ad special projects. Mentor and develop junior staff in the completion of these projects
Serves as a technical specialist and perform critical review of geotechnical aspects of crushed leach pads, tailings dams, water dams, levees and infrastructure foundation/civil design investigations and designs. Stay abreast of the state of the practice in Geotechnical Engineering to fulfill this role.
Collaborates to continuously ensure good performance of tailings, crushed leach, and water management areas and to identify and implement associated improvements. This includes engaging the Engineer of Record in the design and operations of TSF, CL and WD facilities.
Manages projects, liaises with internal stakeholders, and serves as subject matter expert (SME) on large/complex site planning/construction, expansion or modifications.
Provides guidance to Managers and Engineers on applicable programs, practices, and regulations. Review reports for design and operations projects and provide recommendations to site team and to project consultants. Facilitate interaction with other functional areas/disciplines.
Interprets Geotechnical theory and practice and provide recommendations to Management to aid in decision making.
Acts as a company resource and mentor in the practice of Geotechnical Engineering.
Proactively identifies and champions new technologies and management programs that will optimize operational operations and improve safety.
Ensures optimization of on-going and proposed dams, crushed leach pads and plan foundation structures through technology transfer and benchmarking.
Contributes to strategic planning and budgeting efforts for designated Engineering areas. Manage appropriate budgets for consulting and other services.
Represents the site on company sponsored steering committees, task forces, or teams.
Performs other duties as requested.


Qualifications


Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Geotechnical Engineering or related Engineering discipline from an accredited curriculum, with courses in Soil Mechanics and Foundation Engineering and ten (10) years of experience in an applicable field of expertise, including lead or supervisory experience; OR

Master's degree in Civil/Geotechnical Engineering or related Engineering discipline from an accredited curriculum, with courses in Soil Mechanics and Foundation Engineering and eight (8) years of experience in an applicable field of expertise, including lead or supervisory experience
Registered Professional Engineer
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing in English to a diversely educated audience
Knowledge in the principles and practices of Civil, Geologic, Geotechnical, or Hydrologic Engineering or a related field of Engineering
Able to demonstrate technical competence through design and/or operations experience in at least one of the following work areas: tailings storage facilities, crushed leach facilities, water dams, process water balance, and/or slurry transport.
Strong leadership capabilities
Demonstrated communication skills
Proficient in MS Office
Present a positive, professional image
Self-motivated, energetic, able to execute, and client-service oriented
Be able to prioritize tasks and work well under pressure
Ability to develop and maintain awareness of occupational hazards and safety of yourself and others

Skilled in following safety practices and recognizing hazards


Preferred Qualifications:

Professional Registration in Engineering

Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering
Knowledge in the principles and practices of Civil, Geological, and/or Geotechnical Engineering or a related field of science or Engineering
Experience with metal mining operations, especially with tailings storage facility (dam), water dams and/or crushed leach stockpile design, construction, management and operations
Relevant combination of Tailings, Crushed Leach and/or Water Dam Operational, Design/Consulting, Project and Program Management experience
Field experience in geotechnical site investigations and data collection of hydrologic and climatic systems, including crushed ore heap leach and tailings material
Experience in soil characterization, interpretation of geotechnical lab tests, and engineering analysis on crushed ore heap leach and tailings material
Demonstrated experience in two or more practice areas relevant to tailings and crush leach (e.g. geotechnical engineering, water resources engineering, environmental engineering, slurry transport, seismology, construction management, etc.)
Expertise in modeling and numerical approaches to solving engineering challenges
Experience with cost estimating for civil projects, project scheduling and project controls
Able to research and analyze information of relatively small scope and minimal difficulty and draw valid conclusions
Able to evaluate and implement new methods and techniques in design projects and operational support
Expert in managing programs with various levels of operational staff and professionals
Project Management experience
Proficiency in using appropriate software (MS Office, AutoCAD, and geotechnical analysis)
Fluency in Spanish or Bahasa Indonesian languages
Ability and willingness to travel internationally

Ability and willingness to travel at least five (5) weeks for every quarter


What We Offer You

The estimated annual pay range for this role is currently $130,000-$182,000. 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. .

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


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.

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