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
Freeport-McMoRan will never request payment for job-related expenses. If you receive any suspicious emails, disregard them and report the incident to HRSC@fmi.com.
