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Freeport-McMoRan Inc. (FCX)
Senior Electrical Engineer
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What they do
An Electrical Engineer designs, develops, and tests products and systems that use or produce electricity, including power generators, electric motors, radar and navigation systems, and communication systems. Works on larger electrical systems rather than small electronic products or devices.
$109,489 / year median in New Mexico
+3% projected growth
Job Description
Between $105k and
$145k
Per Year
Position range in Southwestern Region $70k
- $115k Per Year Senior Electrical Engineer Freeport-McMoRan Inc.
Occupation:
Electrical EngineersLocation:
Tyrone, NM- 88065
Job Type:
Full Time (30 Hours or More)Posted:
07/31/2026 Positions available: 1Source:
Dice.com | Freeport-McMoRan | NLXWeb Site:
www.dice.com Job #: jo_2006648300 Job Requirements and Properties Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Opens a new window. Work Onsite Full Time Schedule Full Time Job Description Help for Partial Job Description. Opens a new window. Skills- SAFE
- Extraction
- Strategic Planning
- Budget
- Authorization
- ProVision
- Electronics
- Radio
- Mechanical Engineering
- Process Engineering
- Research
- Management
- Effective Communication
- Systems Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Collaboration
- Adobe Flash
- Process Automation
- Instrumentation
- Programmable Logic Controller
- Allen-Bradley
- P&ID
- AutoCAD
- Microsoft Visio
- Microsoft Excel
- Payments
- Recruiting
- Insurance
- PASS
- Training
- Testing
- Reporting
- SAFE
- Extraction
- Strategic Planning
- Budget
- Authorization
- ProVision
- Electronics
- Radio
- Mechanical Engineering
- Process Engineering
- Research
- Management
- Effective Communication
- Systems Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Collaboration
- Adobe Flash
- Process Automation
- Instrumentation
- Programmable Logic Controller
- Allen-Bradley
- P&ID
- AutoCAD
- Microsoft Visio
- Microsoft Excel
- Payments
- Recruiting
- Insurance
- PASS
- Training
- Testing
- Reporting
- Summary 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.
- just 10 miles south of the historic mining community of Silver City.
- Provide technical advice and guidance for all phases of Electrical Engineering projects.
- Develop Electrical Engineering projects utilizing new technology to constantly upgrade and improve site safety, efficiencies, cost controls, quality controls and protection of the environment.
- Review, investigate and develop appropriate recommendations regarding assigned Engineering projects.
- Manage maintenance and projects and serve as subject matter expert (SME) on large/complex site planning/construction, expansion or modifications.
- Provide guidance and counsel to the site management team on applicable processes, practices, and existing/proposed local, state and federal regulations.
- Contribute to site strategic planning and budgeting efforts for designated Engineering areas.
- Develop and evaluate AFE's (Authorization for Expenditure) for capital funding requests.
- May evaluate and administer contracts with vendors for the provision of services and equipment.
- May represent the site on company sponsored steering committees, task forces, or teams.
- Perform other duties as required. What You Bring To Freeport
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related Engineering discipline and five (5) years of related experience in Engineering or a related field, OR
- Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related Engineering discipline and three (3) years of related experience in Engineering or related field
- Working knowledge and experience in electronics, PLCs, radio communications and control systems
- Broad knowledge of the principles and practices of Electrical Engineering with an understanding of Mechanical and Process Engineering techniques
- Ability to research and analyze information of considerable difficulty and draw valid conclusions
- Skill in managing large/complex Engineering projects
- Skill in effective communication, both verbal and written
- Ability to evaluate and implement new methods and techniques for operational improvement
- Ability to develop and maintain awareness of occupational hazards and safety precautions
- Skill in following safety practices and recognizing hazards Preferred Qualifications
- Advanced degree or Professional Engineering (PE) Certification.
- Knowledge and experience of power systems engineering including equipment design and specification, installation, testing and commissioning of electrical/industrial power systems.
- Knowledge and experience of power systems studies including load flow, short circuit, coordination, and Arc flash study and mitigation.
- Knowledge and experience in designing process automation system including experience in producing instrumentation and control narrative, PLC programming (preferred Allen Bradley PLCs), P&ID drawings.
- Knowledge and experience with AutoCAD and/or Visio and Excel. What We Offer You The estimated annual pay range for this role is currently $105,000
- 145,000.
- 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! 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.