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Freeport-McMoRan Engineering Specialist I - sUAS in Morenci, Arizona
Engineering Specialist I - sUAS
Requisition ID: 143655
Location:
Morenci, AZ, US, 85540
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 *
Located approximately 50 miles northeast of Safford, Arizona on U.S. Highway 191, Morenci operations (an open-pit copper mining complex) has been in continuous operation since 1939. The operation consists of two concentrators, crushed-ore leach pad and stacking system, a low-grade run-of-mine (ROM) leaching system; four SX plants; and three EW tank houses that produce copper cathode.
Morenci is a unique company town where our employees and their families can reconnect with nature through hiking, fishing, camping, hunting and numerous parks. The company offers several amenities, including company housing OR employees who are required to work on-site are eligible for a $750 monthly housing allowance, provided they meet program guidelines, a newly constructed daycare and community center, library, health-care facilities, state-of-the-art fitness centers, a movie theater and a skate park. Our dedicated Parks and Recreation Division plans activities for people of all ages, making sure there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Visit the Morenci town website (https://www.morencitown.com/dining) to learn more.
This position is not eligible for Freeport-McMoRan immigration work visa sponsorship.
What You Will Do
Under general supervision, you assist in providing technical advice and guidance for designated engineering projects and programs at the assigned site and work with a team to plan, execute, and process photogrammetry and other remote viewing operations with Small Unmanned Aerial Systems (sUAS). Work involves sUAS operations including mission planning, conducting safety briefings, filing relevant documentation, maintaining equipment, and maintaining current proficiency with systems. You assist in the review, investigation, and development of recommendations for assigned engineering projects; plan, execute, and monitor sUAS flights in compliance with FAA Part 107 and company safety standards; conduct pre‑ and post‑flight inspections; process imagery and sensor data to generate orthomosaics, 3D models, and topographical maps; operate OEM aircraft and file required FAA documentation; collaborate with engineering and survey teams; compute volumes and reconcile against production data; support small to medium construction, expansion, or modification projects; perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting on sUAS platforms and sensors; develop working knowledge of applicable regulations; and perform other duties as required.
What You Bring To Freeport
- High school diploma or GED AND 4 years of engineering experience
OR
Bachelor’s degree in a scientific or engineering discipline
Must hold an airline transport, commercial, private, recreational, sport pilot, or remote pilot small UAS airman certificate from the FAA
Additional certifications or licensure appropriate to the job may be required
Must hold a valid US driver’s license
Skilled in resolving day‑to‑day questions and problems regarding equipment, materials, methods, and procedures
Ability to conduct preventive maintenance and develop maintenance training material
Skilled in safely using, maintaining, and training repair of specialized equipment including GIS and GPS mapping techniques
Ability to assess site processes, equipment, and infrastructure and incorporate them into action plans and training materials
Ability to use Microsoft Office, Pix4D, AutoCAD, Google Earth Pro, and sUAS software such as FalconView
Ability to perform, implement, and train airspace analysis
Ability to develop and maintain awareness of occupational hazards and safety precautions
Skilled in following safety practices and recognizing hazards
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
Skilled in budget preparation, monitoring, and administration
50% percent travel nationally and internationally
Preferred Qualifications
One year of licensed sUAS experience in mining or construction
What We Offer You
The estimated annual pay range for this role is currently $80,000-$110,000 . 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.
Employees who are required to work on-site are eligible for a $750 monthly housing allowance, provided they meet program guidelines
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/Our-Benefits-FM/?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 .