Chief Process Automation Engineer

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.

What You Will Do

Provide leadership, management, strategic plan development and organization of resources for Process Automation Engineering and site Industrial Control Systems.

• Responsible for establishing and enforcing safe practices for all Process Automation (PA) personnel and plant equipment including developing and enforcing all cyber security policies relating to Industrial Control System (ICS’s).
• Sets vision and expectation for site Process Automation team and represents Process Automation in site leadership decision making.
• Owns and manages Freeport-McMoRan PA engineering standards, ICS architecture, PA policies, and directs compliance with global standards and best PA practices for Operations and Operator effectiveness including alarm management and Human Machine Interface (HMI) design.
• Directs site leadership on performance of plant processes through process optimization and instrumentation specifications and initiatives. Responsible for annual expense and capital budgeting for Process Automation services.
• Establishes policies and best practices for maintaining the integrity of the Process Control Network (PCN) and collaborates with Management Information Services (MIS) to develop and enforce standards and policies.
• Perform other duties as required.

What You Bring To Freeport

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering discipline and seven (7) years’ experience in engineering or related scientific field relevant to Process Automation, including lead or supervisory experience, OR
• Master’s degree in an Engineering discipline and five (5) years’ experience in engineering or related scientific field relevant to Process Automation, including lead or supervisory experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficient in Emerson Delta V and Rockwell Allen Bradley industrial control systems and HMIs
• Proficient in Ethernet IP, Modbus TCP/IP, and Modbus RTU communications protocols
• Familiar with ABB ACS VFD configuration
• Proficient in electrical control circuit and industrial instrumentation design and troubleshooting
• Previous supervision, leadership or management experience
• Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) and/or Distributed Control Systems (DCS) manufacture training or certification
• Experience with plant process historians or similar database storage and retrieval systems
• Experience with ICS/PCN network architecture, communication and security
• Experience in or understanding of mining and mineral processing and systems
• 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 $112,000-$160,000 . 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 incentive compensation considerations based on company and individual performance. Additionally, this position is currently eligible for annual long-term incentive consideration. Long-term incentives are contingent upon authorized approval under the terms and conditions of the Company's plan and award agreements. 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

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