About this role
<p><em>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. <strong>Apply Today! </strong></em></p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Where You Will Work </strong></p> <p>Chino is an open-pit copper mining complex located 15 miles from the historic mining community of Silver City in southwestern New Mexico. The historic Chino mine was among the world's first low-grade, open-pit copper mines. Today, the operation consists of a 36,000-metric-ton-per-day concentrator that produces copper and a 150-million-pound-per-year solvent extraction/electrowinning plant that produces copper cathode from solution generated by run-of-mine leaching. </p> <p>The community of Silver City boasts various restaurants, arts, entertainment, cliff dwellings, festivals and much more. Residents and visitors enjoy gentle four seasons, with three hundred days of sunshine a year and low humidity. From unique shopping finds in the galleries to everyday groceries, schools and housing, there are numerous amenities for everyone. Visit <a href="https://www.visitsilvercity.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Silver City</a><a href="https://www.visitsilvercity.org/"> </a>to learn more. </p> <p><span> <br><em>This position is not eligible for Freeport-McMoRan immigration work visa sponsorship.</em><br> </span></p><div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px">Description</H2> </div><div><p>Lead, manage and provide direction and advanced problem solving for Process Automation. Review and improve the performance of site Industrial Controls Systems.</p> <ul> <li>Leads and promotes Freeport-McMoRan safety and environmental programs and practices, communicates safety implications related to Process Automation and directs Industrial Control System (ICS) cybersecurity practices and policies.</li> <li>Leads and manages others including giving direction and guidance to direct reports on Process Automation Engineering topics and projects.</li> <li>Reviews and provides guidance on engineering project proposals, and engineering designs, and verifies the quality of project work meets site Process Automation standards.</li> <li>Reviews and provides guidance on the performance of ICS hardware and software. Identifies opportunities to implement process improvement and optimization through automation while improving Operator and Operations effectiveness.</li> <li>Directs the implementation and maintenance of the Process Control Network (PCN) while maintaining plant performance, cyber security, and plant historian systems.</li> <li>Identifies and approves specialized analytical and advanced instrumentation solutions to be integrated into the site ICS.</li> <li>Manages Process Automation equipment life cycle management and develops plans proposals, and budgetary estimates to ensure equipment remains current and up to date.</li> <li>Perform other duties as required.</li> </ul> </div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px">Qualifications</H2> </div><div><p>Minimum Requirements:</p> <ul> <li>High School diploma or GED and nine (9) years of technical experience in an area or areas relevant to Process Automation, including 3 years of experience with regulatory and advanced control systems <b>OR</b></li> <li>Associate’s Degree <b>and </b>seven (7) years of technical experience in an area or areas relevant to Process Automation including 3 years of experience with regulatory and advanced control systems <b>OR</b></li> <li>Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate scientific discipline <b>and </b>five (5) years related experience in engineering relevant to Process Automation or related field including 3 years of experience with regulatory and advanced control systems, <b>OR</b></li> <li>Master’s degree in an appropriate scientific discipline and three (3) years related experience in engineering relevant to Process Automation or related field including 3 years of experience with regulatory and advanced control systems</li> </ul> <p> </p> <p>Preferred Qualifications:</p> <ul> <li>Previous supervision and leadership experience </li> <li>PLC, HMI, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) and/or Distributed Control Systems (DCS) manufacture training or certification</li> <li>Experience with plant process historians or similar database storage and retrieval systems</li> <li>Experience with ICS/PCN network architecture, communication and security</li> <li>Experience in or understanding of mining and mineral processing and systems </li> <li>Familiarity with or training in NFPA 70 and NEC or Electrical Journeyman Training</li> </ul> <p> </p> <p>Criteria/Conditions:</p> <ul> <li>Personal protective equipment is required when performing work in a mine, outdoor, manufacturing or plant environment, including hard hat, hearing protection, safety glasses, safety footwear, and as needed, respirator, rubber steel-toe boots, protective clothing, gloves and any other protective equipment as required.</li> <li>Freeport-McMoRan promotes a drug/alcohol-free work environment through the use of mandatory pre-employment drug testing and on-going random drug testing as allowed by applicable state laws</li> </ul> </div></div></div><p><strong>What We Offer You </strong></p> <p>The estimated annual pay range for this role is currently <strong>$105,000-$145,000</strong>. 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. <a title="" href="https://performancemanager4.successfactors.com/doc/custom/freeportmc/COP_Total_Rewards_Estimate_4_6_24v2.pdf" target="_self"> Click here </a>to view a sample of Total Rewards Estimate for this role. </p> <ul> <li>Affordable medical, dental and vision benefits </li> <li>Company-paid life and disability insurance </li> <li>401(k) plan with employer contribution/match </li> <li>Paid time off, paid sick time, holiday pay, parental leave </li> <li>Tuition assistance </li> <li>Employee Assistance Program </li> <li>Discounted insurance plans for pet, auto, home and vehicle </li> <li>Internal progression opportunities </li> <li><a href="https://jobs.fcx.com/content/Our-Benefits-FM/?locale=en_US" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Learn more</a> about our competitive and comprehensive benefits package! </li> </ul> <p> </p> <p> <strong>What We Require </strong></p> <ul> <li>Candidates may be required to pass a medical exam. </li> <li>Candidates must pass all required training and/or testing. </li> <li>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. </li> <li>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. </li> </ul> <p> </p> <p style="text-align:center"><strong>Equal Opportunity Employer </strong></p> <p style="text-align:center"> </p> <p><em>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 <a href="mailto:[email protected]" target="_blank" rel="noopener">[email protected]</a>. </em></p>