Engineering Specialist I
Freeport-McMoRan · Claypool, AZ
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Manufacturing
- Base pay
- $80k–$110k
- Degree
- Required
- Experience asked
- 4+ years
- Industry
- Metals
- Posted
- 5 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level manufacturing role at Freeport-McMoRan (metals) in Claypool, AZ.
- They ask for
- 4+ years · degree required
- Base pay
- $80k–$110k
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage
Read from the posting. The full description is below.
From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Manufacturing Engineer roles in Arizona: typical posted base $98k–$138k. This one lists $80k–$110k.
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
- About 19% below similar roles
- Experience asked
- Less than usual (4+ vs 5+)
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.
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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 Claypool
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Full description from Freeport-McMoRanAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
What You Will Do
Under close supervision, you assist in providing technical advice and guidance for designated engineering projects and programs at the assigned site. You assist in the review, investigation and development of appropriate recommendations regarding assigned engineering projects. You participate on small to medium site construction, expansion or modification projects and administer contracts with vendors for the provision of services and equipment. You develop a working knowledge of local, state and federal regulations appropriate to the area of assignment and perform other duties as required.
Preferred Qualifications
What We Offer You
The estimated annual pay range for this role is currently $80,000 - $110,000 . 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
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 Globe-Miami.com to learn more.
What You Bring To Freeport
- •High school diploma or GED and 4 years of engineering experience
OR
- •Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline
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 .