Geomechanical Engineer II - Underground

Freeport-McMoRan is seeking a Geomechanical Engineer II - Underground to oversee the stability of underground excavations, design ground support, and analyze data to guide stability programs. Based in Phoenix with a hybrid work arrangement, this role combines technical geomechanics, data-driven oversight, and collaboration with mine teams and external consultants to support safe and productive underground operations.

Responsibilities

• Under general supervision, oversee underground excavation stability management functions and ground support design, serving as a resource for geomechanical information and analysis.
• Perform geotechnical analyses related to underground mining and document findings for communication across the team.
• Present results and stay current with state-of-the-practice geotechnical engineering.
• Develop and review ground support designs for underground excavations using empirical, kinematic, and stress-based analysis methods to ensure a safe working environment.
• Review ground support designs to verify safety and effectiveness.
• Manage underground excavation stability data collection and oversee data analysis and processing of monitoring information.
• Oversee remedial work as needed to address stability concerns.
• Communicate accurate, timely geomechanical information to mine and site personnel via reports and presentations.
• Proactively seek improvements to safe mining practices related to monitoring, maintenance, support design, and data acquisition.
• Develop, maintain, and implement strategic plans to enhance underground excavation stability programs.
• Provide geomechanical project oversight and review for external consultants.
• Utilize software including MS Office, AutoCAD, Deswik (or equivalent), and RocScience tools such as unWedge, Phase2, RS3, and Dips.
• Perform other duties as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate engineering discipline with three years of related experience in hard rock mining related to rock mechanics and underground excavation stability.
• Master’s degree in an appropriate engineering discipline with two years of related experience in hard rock mining related to rock mechanics and underground excavation stability.
• Up to 20% travel (domestic/international) for this position.
• Freeport-McMoRan promotes a drug/alcohol-free work environment with mandatory pre-employment drug testing as allowed by applicable laws.

Technologies

• MS Office
• AutoCAD
• Deswik (or equivalent)
• unWedge
• Phase2
• RS3
• Dips

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 auto, home, and pet
• Internal progression opportunities

Where you will work

The global headquarters are located in Phoenix, Arizona, with a workforce supporting finance, human resources, information technology, planning, and more from the main office, satellite sites, or online. As a Hybrid employee, you will engage in virtual collaboration and attend in-person meetings at the Collaboration Hub in Phoenix or at other site locations. The Collaboration Hub offers a flexible workspace, a working café, phone booths, and meeting rooms equipped for both virtual and in-person collaboration. In-person attendance may vary based on role and department requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mine Engineering
• Bachelor’s degree in Geological Engineering
• Bachelor’s degree in Geotechnical Engineering

Equal Opportunity Employer

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