Geomechanical Engineer I at Freeport-McMoRan in Silver City, NM

Summary: Freeport-McMoRan is a leading mining company committed to safety and excellence. They are seeking a Geomechanical Engineer I to assist in geomechanical project oversight, slope stability data collection, and communication of geomechanical information to mine personnel.

Responsibilities:
- Assist in geomechnical 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 geomechnical 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, geomechnical data acquisition and analyses. Perform other duties as required

Required Qualifications:
- B.S. Degree in Mining, Geological, Geotechnical Engineering with no experience required
- Knowledge in the principles and practices of Mining, Mining Engineering and Geotechnical applications in a hard rock open pit mine environment
- Knowledge of appropriate software (MS Office, AutoCAD) and Geotechnical data analysis
- Skilled at researching, analyzing and communicating information of considerable difficulty and develop appropriate conclusions and action plans
- Skilled in managing Engineering projects related to a hard rock open pit setting
- Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing to a diversely educated audience
- Ability to develop and maintain awareness of occupational hazards and safety
- Skilled in following safety practices and recognizing hazards
- 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

Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in hard rock mining relating to rock mechanics and rock slope stability

Required Skills: Mining Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Geomechanical Engineering, Slope Stability Analysis, Rock Mechanics, Rock Slope Stability, AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, Geotechnical Data Analysis, Engineering Project Management, Safety Awareness

Benefits: 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!