Senior Environmental Scientist or Engineer

At Freeport-Mc Mo Ran , 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.

Our Miami smelter and rod plant is nestled just 90 miles east of Phoenix. The smelter processes copper concentrate primarily from our company’s Arizona copper mines and is the most significant source of sulfuric acid for our North American leaching operations. Arizona’s Globe-Miami historic mining district offers natural beauty and a rich mining heritage. The Tri‑Town of Globe, Claypool and Miami offers convenient shopping locales, including Walmart, Safeway, Fry’s and other local stores.

Here, our employees and their families can connect with the outdoors and enjoy the family‑friendly atmosphere. Visit  to learn more.

This position is not eligible for Freeport-Mc Mo Ran  immigration work visa sponsorship.

• Under general supervision, provides technical expertise, guidance and leadership for environmental projects and programs at assigned site.
• Determines and assesses environmental risk and develops regulatory documentation of results.
• Performs hazardous waste site inspections and recommends appropriate action to management in compliance with regulations.
• Reviews and develops appropriate recommendations regarding planned expansion, modification or closure of facilities which affect environmental discharges, emissions, and hazardous materials.
• Serves as Project Manager or technical expert on large/complex environmental projects (e.g., compliance, remediation, or reclamation).
• Evaluates and administers contracts with vendors for the provision of services and equipment.
• Provides guidance and counsel to the site management team on applicable programs, practices, and existing/proposed local, state, and federal regulations.
• Contributes to site strategic planning and budgeting efforts for environmental systems and issues.
• Maintains current working knowledge of Federal, State and local environmental and occupational health regulations (e.g., CERCLA, NEPA, SARA, RCRA, Clean Air and Water Acts).
• Provides leadership to less experienced engineers and technicians.
• May represent the site on company-sponsored steering teams.
• Performs other duties as required.

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Technology, Earth Science or related Natural Science (such as Biology, Chemistry, Geology, Hydrology, Forestry, Agriculture, Meteorology, Environmental/Natural Resource Management), or Mathematics/Computer Science including Accounting and Finance, or Business Management, or other bachelor’s degree and five (5) years of related experience, OR
• Master's degree in a related field and three (3) years of related experience.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (such as Environmental, Civil, Chemical, Agriculture, Mining, Metallurgical, Geological, or similar Engineering discipline) and five (5) years of Engineering experience in Environmental Management, including Project Management experience, OR
• Master's degree in Engineering (such as Environmental, Civil, Chemical, Agricultural, Mining, Metallurgical, Geological, or similar Engineering discipline) and three (3) years of Engineering experience in Environmental Management, including Project Management experience.
• Master's degree in a related field and three (3) years of related experience.

• Additional certification or licensure appropriate to the job may be required or preferred (US examples include HAZWOPER, Method 9, DOT, EMS, Auditor, Asbestos, Water Treatment Operator, CHMM)

• Strong project management experience.
• Water Model understanding and experience.
• Understanding/Experience with one or more of the following: CWA, SDWA, SPCC, MSGP, TRI, GRI, WQARF, RCRA, EPCRA, TIER II.
• Experience leading environmental personnel.
• Knowledge and experience with budgeting and forecasting.
• Experien…