Senior Engineering Specialist - RAMP IROC

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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. Employees working on a flexible schedule collaborate online and in-person at our Collaboration Hub at the Cotton Center in Phoenix. 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.

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.

What You Will Do

This position within the Integrated Remote Operations Center (IROC) combines technical reliability engineering with strategic oversight of remote maintenance operations. The role translates complex data into actionable strategies using predictive analytics, condition monitoring, real-time sensor inputs, and reliability-centered maintenance (RCM). It leads a team of remote monitoring professionals, ensuring effective communication and execution across multiple mining sites. The role also collaborates closely with site maintenance and operations leadership to implement recommendations and drive continuous improvement in asset performance.

- Lead the integration of predictive maintenance technologies (e.g., IoT sensors, machine learning models) and translate technical findings into operational and/or maintenance strategies.

- Provide guidance to Operational Improvement (OI) teams with respect to predictive maintenance, equipment health, maintenance strategies, and data analysis, ensuring alignment with reliability and operational goals.

- Analyze and interpret User Defined Events (UDEs), including OEM alarms and data signals, to recommend process improvements and/or prevent catastrophic equipment failures thus supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

- Translate technical insights into RAMP (Remote Asset Monitoring Process) specifications and support the design of equipment and systems for metals processing applications.

- Ensure QA/QC of maintenance practices and pre-maintenance activities to align with reliability standards and operational excellence frameworks.

- Manage the IROC remote maintenance monitoring team and oversee supervision, ensuring effective asset monitoring, proactive maintenance interventions, and implementation of technical recommendations.

- Conduct root cause analysis, FMEA, and coordinate with engineering, operations, and suppliers to eliminate defects and system constraints, and optimize asset performance.

What You Bring To Freeport

- High School Diploma or GED and (9) nine years of Engineering experience, OR

- Bachelor’s degree in Scientific discipline and (5) five years of Engineering experience required.

- Expertise in reliability-centered maintenance (RCM), predictive analytics, and condition monitoring.

- Strong understanding of Remote Asset Monitoring Process (RAMP),

- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).

- Ability to interpret complex technical data and communicate actionable insights to cross-functional teams.

- Proven leadership in managing remote or cross-site maintenance teams.

- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

- Familiarity with AI, robotics, and autonomous systems in industrial environments.

- Strong understanding architecture, data integration, and performance optimization.

- Strong understanding of asset performance management (APM)

- Strong communication skills to translate technical findings into actionable maintenance strategies, coupled with the ability to influence stakeholders and drive change in maintenance culture and practices.

What We Offer You

The estimated annual pay range for this role is currently $101,000-$141,000 . 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 discretionary and incentive payment considerations based on company and individual performance. 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 pet, auto, home and vehicle

- Internal progression opportunities

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

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