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Title:  Process Automation Engineer I

Requisition ID:  143558
Location: 

Green Valley, AZ, US, 85622

Category:  Engineering Services
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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   

Sierrita operations is located just 20 miles from Tucson – Arizona’s second-largest city. Its cutting-edge mine training facility, with state-of-the-art labs, classrooms and advanced simulators, equips our people with the skills, expertise and knowledge to excel. Whether you choose to live in Green Valley, Sahuarita or Tucson, you will enjoy spectacular sunsets and mild winters as well as numerous local attractions. Tucson is home to the Pima Air and Space Museum, University of Arizona and Sonora Desert Museum. Other notable community staples are several schools, hospitals, restaurants, parks, shopping centers and more. Visit sahuaritaaz.gov and tucsonaz.gov to learn more.   

This position may be eligible for Freeport-McMoRan immigration work visa sponsorship.

 

What You Will Do

  • Maintain the performance of the process control system by identifying and reporting poor performing process areas and process automation components or platforms 
  • Identify and report poor performing processes by having process understanding of mineral, chemical, and/or concentrate processing systems.  
  • Identify and report poor performing regulatory or advanced control, controller equipment, software issues, and human machine interface problems. 
  • Identify and report faulty process instrumentation by having understanding of basic sensors and actuation. 
  • Identify and report issues with process control systems communication and plant historians. 
  • Understanding of alarm philosophy and alarm performance metrics. 
  • Perform other duties as required 

What You Bring To Freeport

  • Bachelor's degree in an Engineering discipline no experience required 

Preferred Qualifications

  • Emerson DeltaV and/or Rockwell PLC experience
  • Familiar with plant process historians or similar database storage and retrieval systems
  • Familiar with ICS/PCN network architecture, communication and security
  • Familiar with mining and mineral processing
  • Familiarity with or training in NFPA 70 and NEC or Electrical Journeyman Training

 

What We Offer You  

The estimated annual pay range for this role is currently $78,500-$107,000. 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. 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


Nearest Major Market: Tucson

Job Segment: Facilities, Chemical Research, Testing, Process Engineer, Operations, Engineering, Technology, Mining

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