Senior Instrument and Controls Engineer
Freeport-McMoRan · Phoenix, AZ
- Level
- Senior
- Team
- Controls
- Base pay
- $105k–$145k
- Degree
- Required
- Industry
- Metals
- Posted
- 16 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A senior controls role at Freeport-McMoRan (metals) in Phoenix, AZ. It is the perfect place if you enjoy the outdoors, love sports, concerts and other big city amenities or technology.
- They ask for
- degree required
- Base pay
- $105k–$145k
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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Controls Engineer roles in Arizona: typical posted base $98k–$138k. This one lists $105k–$145k.
Median of the low and high ends of 6 live postings that list pay, out of 13 controls engineer openings in Arizona, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 12 other live controls postings in Arizona.
- Base pay
- About 13% above similar roles
Typical $93k–$128k, from 5 postings that list pay.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Automation 69%
- PLC 54%
- Team leadership 38%
- Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ) 23%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
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This plant: Freeport-McMoRan in Phoenix
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Full description from Freeport-McMoRanAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
What You Will Do
- ◆Review, investigate and develop appropriate recommendations regarding Instrumentation and Control Systems during the various stages of a project such as: Feasibility Study, Basic Engineering and Detailed Engineering
- ◆Provide technical expertise and guidance to project teams, resolving technical issues/conflicts and ensuring adherence to project timelines and specifications.
- ◆Supports risk assessments, including PHA/HAZOP, LOPA/SIL assessment and SIL verification and review the safety requirement specification (SRS)
- ◆Use of technical judgment in making selections and adaptation of engineering alternatives during various stages of project implementation.
- ◆Support the company during the development/preparation of company discipline (instrumentation and controls) specification standards.
- ◆Develop both conceptual and detailed Instrumentation and Controls
requirements
including Instrumentation selection and guidelines to meet project requirements.
- ✓Work with the project team during various optimization efforts during various stages of project implementation.
- ✓Implement and monitor performance indicators, metrics for measurement of Instrumentation and Controls progress/schedule during various stages of project implementation.
- ✓Prepare Weekly/monthly reports to communicate project status and outcomes to stakeholders.
- ✓Collaborate with other disciplines, departments, and company installations/sites to provide technical support and recommendations during various stages of project implementation.
- ✓Ensure compliance with relevant industry codes, standards, regulations, and safety guidelines (e.g., ASME, API, ISO, IEC, ISA) various stages of project implementation.
- ✓Proficiency of Smart-Plant Instrumentation Instrument database.
- ✓Generate and review technical reports, specifications, and data sheets to support project implementation.
- ✓Interpreting P&I Drawings, review/checking loop diagrams, schematics, or other field instrumentation drawings.
Preferred Qualifications
- ✓Engineering degree in Electrical or Instrumentation and Control
- ✓Instrumentation and Controls engineering experience in a Mineral Processing Industry
What We Offer You
The estimated annual pay range for this role is currently $105,000-$145,000. This range reflects base salary only and does not include bonus payments, benefits or retirement contributions. Actual base pay is determined by experience, qualifications, skills and other job-related factors. This role is eligible for additional discretionary and incentive payment considerations based on company and individual performance. More details will be shared during the hiring process. Click here to view a sample of Total Rewards Estimate for this role.
- ✓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
- ✓Learn more about our competitive and comprehensive benefits package!
What We Require
Freeport-McMoRan promotes a drug/alcohol-free work environment using mandatory pre-employment drug testing as allowed by applicable laws.
This position requires frequent travel to the Hub and various sites throughout Arizona, necessitating a hybrid work arrangement based in Phoenix, Arizona.
Please be advised Freeport-McMoRan will never request payment for job-related expenses from applicants. If you receive any suspicious emails, please disregard them, and report the incident to HRSC@fmi.com.
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Why You Should Apply for This Job
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. 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. Apply Today!
Where You Will Work
Our global headquarters is in Phoenix, Arizona. Several hundred employees support global operations in finance, human resources, information technology, planning and more from the main office, satellite offices or online. As a Hybrid employee, you’ll engage in virtual collaboration as well as attend in-person meetings at our Collaboration Hub in Phoenix or at one of our site locations. The Collaboration Hub provides an open, flexible workspace for individuals and teams to come together for various business needs. Amenities at the Hub include a working café, phone booths and meeting rooms with technology tools for virtual and in-person collaboration. In-person attendance may vary based on the position and department requirements.
Phoenix is the capital of the Grand Canyon State and enjoys mostly bright skies throughout the year. It is the perfect place if you enjoy the outdoors, love sports, concerts and other big city amenities or technology. There are great neighborhoods around Phoenix, with easy access to a major city, nature, the arts and many more amenities.
What You Bring To Freeport
- •Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate Engineering discipline and five (5) years related experience in engineering relevant to Electrical or Instrumentation and Control
OR
- •Master’s degree in an appropriate Engineering discipline and three (3) years related experience in engineering relevant to Electrical or Instrumentation and Control
- •Experience with managing and working with Engineering Consultants and Contractors
- •Professional Engineer
- •Smart-Plant Instrumentation