Innovation Engineer I

Requisition ID: 130659

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 andtucsonaz.gov (https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Home) to learn more.  

Description

Under close supervision, assists with the tracking and monitoring of the reliability and production of the plant or fleet. Provides recommendations and guidance for execution of methods, engineering solutions, tactics and strategies for enhancing the overall reliability and production of the plant or fleet.

• Leads brain-storming and fact finding sessions at the crew level and researches proven external solutions to similar crew issues

• Implements lessons learned and best practices from other sites and external parties at the crew level

• Influences and motivates change in operational behavior and processes at a crew level

• Makes observations, reports and root cause analysis to Senior Innovation Engineer regarding continuous improvement opportunities on assigned crews

• Perform other duties as required

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

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

• Exposure to probability, statistical analysis and reliability engineering

• Ability to research and interpret data of minimal complexity using hypothesis generation and Design of Experiment methodologies

• Knowledge of software tools (Python, R, SQL, Excel, etc.)

• Knowledge of the processes, costs, schedules, constraints and deliverables of assigned crews to improve safety, process efficiencies, production rates, cost controls and protection of the environment

• Knowledge of the equipment and associated SOPs at a crew level.

• Skilled in following safety practices and recognizing hazards

• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing

Preferred

• Experience leading problem solving, root cause analysis, or similar

• Experience interacting with frontline in industrial environment

• Ability to develop and communicate concise messages effectively

• Experience interpreting analytical results

*What We Offer You *

The estimated annual pay range for this role is currently  $73,000-$100,000 . 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 (https://performancemanager4.successfactors.com/doc/custom/freeportmc/Total_Rewards_Estimate_4.4.pdf) 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 (https://jobs.fcx.com/content/Benefits/?locale=en_US) 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 .