What are the responsibilities and job description for the Geomechanical Engineer I position at Freeport-McMoRan Inc.?
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 Technology Center is home to a team of globally recognized engineers and scientists who provide innovative mining, processing and environmental solutions to our operations throughout the world. Our employees make use of state-of-the-art laboratories and test facilities, including a fully automated analytical lab - the first of its kind in the Americas. Employees provide direct support in a variety of areas : mineral processing, hydrometallurgy, analytical chemistry, mineralogy, process economics, mining and geology.
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What You Will Do
- Assist in geomechanical project oversight and review, relating to outside consultants, pit slope water control, structural geology, design slope angles and interfacing with mine design and planning.
- Assist in slope stability data collection, analysis and remedial work including slope monitoring data processing, rock strength parameters, geologic structures, slope control blast designs, and slope angle reviews.
- Communicate accurate, timely and relevant slope stability and geomechanical information to mine and site personnel.
- Assist in conducting and communicating the results of inspections of pit walls, stockpiles, and site access roads.
- Proactively seek improvements to the safe mining of mine reserves relating to slope monitoring, slope maintenance, slope and catch bench designs, blasting, geomechanical data acquisition and analyses.
- Perform other duties as required
What You Bring To Freeport
Preferred Qualifications
What We Offer You
The estimated annual pay range for this role is currently $76,000-$104,000. 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.
What We Require
Equal Opportunity Employer
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Salary : $76,000 - $104,000
