Senior Project Engineer

Climax Molybdenum Engineering Position

At Climax Molybdenum, 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.

Located on the banks of the Mississippi River in southeast Iowa, Fort Madison's conversion capabilities provide Climax Molybdenum Company, a subsidiary of Freeport-Mc Mo Ran , with the world's premier source for upgraded molybdenum chemical products.

Fort Madison boasts diverse recreational activities year-round – from biking along scenic trails and birdwatching, to boating and fishing in abundant waters, to camping under the stars and horseback riding. The town's attractive parks, lush green spaces for picnicking, disc golf course, Santa Fe Swing Span bridge, Old Fort Madison site and the serene Riverview Park along the Mississippi river make it an ideal place, with something fun for everyone.

Additionally, if you leave Fort Madison at breakfast, you can arrive in Kansas City and Chicago before lunch! Visit  to learn more.

Provide technical advice and guidance for all phases of assigned large/complex Engineering projects and programs, ensuring the successful conclusion of all phases within an appropriate time and at appropriate cost.

• Review, investigate and develop appropriate recommendations regarding assigned Engineering projects
• Manage 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 assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in an appropriate Engineering discipline and five (5) years of related experience in Engineering or related field, OR
• Master's degree in an appropriate Engineering discipline and three (3) years of related experience in Engineering or related field
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of Engineering
• Able to research and analyze information of considerable difficulty and draw valid conclusions
• Skilled in managing large/complex Engineering projects
• Able to evaluate and implement new methods and techniques for operational improvement
• Ability to develop and maintain awareness of occupational hazards and safety precautions
• Skilled in following safety practices and recognizing hazards
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing

Preferred

• Advanced degree or Professional Engineering (PE) Certification

Criteria/Conditions

• Ability to understand and apply verbal and written work and safety-related instructions and procedures given in English
• Ability to communicate in English with respect to job assignments, job procedures, and applicable safety standards
• Must be able to work in a potentially stressful environment
• Work is in a mine or manufacturing plant setting, which may include exposure to extremes in temperature and humidity, moving mechanical parts, risk of electrical shock, toxic chemicals, explosives, fumes or airborne particles
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, demonstrate manual dexterity, climb stairs and ladders, work on elevated platforms, talk, hear and see
• Occasionally may be required to lift moderately heavy objects up to thirty (30) pounds during the course of the workday
• Personal protective equipment is required when performing work in a mine, outdoor, manufacturing or plant environment, including hard hat, hearing protection, safety glasses, safety footwear, and as needed, respirator, rubber steel-toe boots, protective…