Innovation Engineer I

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  to learn more.  What You Will Do 
 Under close supervision, assists with the tracking and monitoring of the reliability and production of the plant or fleet and provides recommendations and guidance for execution of methods, engineering solutions, tactics, and strategies for enhancing overall reliability and production. In this role, you lead brainstorming and fact‑finding sessions at the crew level and research proven external solutions to similar crew issues. You implement lessons learned and best practices from other sites and external parties at the crew level, while influencing and motivating changes in operational behavior and processes. You also make observations, prepare reports, and conduct root cause analyses for the Senior Innovation Engineer regarding continuous improvement opportunities on assigned crews, and perform other duties as required.  What You Bring To Freeport 
 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 processes, costs, schedules, constraints, and deliverables of assigned crews to improve safety, process efficiencies, production rates, cost controls, and environmental protection Knowledge of 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 Qualifications 
 Master’s degree in a related engineering discipline Mining Operations, Crushing and Convey and Concentrating Operations Six Sigma experience or certification Persuasive speaking skills What We Offer You  The estimated annual pay range for this role is currently  $75,000-$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.  Employees who are required to work on-site are eligible for a $750 monthly housing allowance, provided