Senior Engineering Specialist
Freeport-McMoRan · Bagdad, AZ
- Level
- Senior
- Team
- Manufacturing
- Base pay
- $98k–$138k
- Degree
- Required
- Industry
- Metals
- Posted
- 22 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A senior manufacturing role at Freeport-McMoRan (metals) in Bagdad, AZ.
- They ask for
- degree required
- Tools it names
- EHS / safety
- Base pay
- $98k–$138k
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage
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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Manufacturing Engineer roles in Arizona: typical posted base $98k–$138k. This one lists $98k–$138k.
Median of the low and high ends of 10 live postings that list pay, out of 25 manufacturing engineer openings in Arizona, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
Arizona plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →
How this role compares
Against 24 other live manufacturing postings in Arizona.
- Base pay
- In line with similar roles
- Experience asked
- Not stated
Typical $98k–$138k, from 8 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Automation 40%
- ✓ Team leadership 36%
- Root cause 32%
- New product launch 28%
- Tooling 28%
- Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ) 24%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for EHS / safety, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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- What does a normal week look like on your team?
- Is the work mostly new product launches or sustaining existing lines?
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This plant: Freeport-McMoRan in Bagdad
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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 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 Appropriation Request (AR) for capital funding.
- ◆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.
Preferred Qualifications
- ✓Supervisory Experience
- ✓Bluestake process knowledge
- ✓Strong knowledge of MSHA and OSHA regulations
- ✓Familiarity with NEC and NFPA 70E standards
- ✓Skills in reviewing, and analyzing Civil, Mechanical and Electrical drawings
What We Offer You
The estimated annual pay range for this role is currently $97,500 - $138,000. 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 pet, auto, home and vehicle
- ✓Internal progression opportunities
- ✓Learn more about our competitive and comprehensive benefits package!
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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
Looking to live in a small town with big opportunities? Our Bagdad operations in Arizona offers housing at a subsidized rate, a family-friendly atmosphere and numerous amenities including an aquatic center, golf course and fitness center. Located 100 miles northwest of Phoenix, Bagdad is home to the world's first commercial - scale concentrate leach processing facility, as well as one of the longest continuously operating solvent extraction/electrowinning plants in the world. Visit the Bagdad town websi te to learn more.
What You Bring To Freeport
- •High School diploma or GED and nine (9) years of Engineering experience, OR
- •Bachelor's degree in a Scientific discipline and five (5) years of Engineering experience
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.
Please be advised that 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.