Engineering Jobs in Morenci Arizona

Brunel is currently searching for a Concentrate Leach Plant Manager for direct hire with our mining client located in Morenci, Arizona.

In this role you will manage a Pressure Oxidation plant that processes copper sulfide concentrate in order to produce sulfuric acid for heap leaching operations and copper cathode by hydrometallurgical means. This role is accountable for safe plant operation, metallurgical performance and production outcomes.

Duties include:

• Managing day to day operation of the Concentrate Leach facility in order to safely optimize economic copper production.
• Ensure that safe operating practices are in place for all major tasks and that personnel have been properly trained and understand the tasks assigned to them.
• Teach all plant personnel to recognize risks and take appropriate actions. Ensure that effective controls are in place to mitigate all identified critical risks.
• Ensure that maintenance schedules are appropriate, and SOPs are correct and up to date for all maintenance tasks.
• Ensure that all plant personnel understand the basic metallurgical practices that govern pressure oxidation and can use this knowledge for safe and efficient plant operation.
• Coordinate with the Mine and Concentrator departments to understand changes in the mineralogy of Concentrate Leach plant feed.
• Coordinate with oxygen plant personnel regarding plant operation schedule and oxygen needs.
• Coordinate with the Leach and Hydromet departments with regard to concentrate leach acid and copper production targets and provide foresight regarding potential disruptions.
• Prepare and adhere to quarterly and annual budgets.
• Prepare fund-request justifications for plant upgrades.
• Become a subject-matter-expert in copper sulfide pressure leaching and build a team with a strong understanding of the technology and its potential future benefits.

Requirements:

• Bachelor degree (preferred in Metallurgical or Chemical Engineering) and 10 years of metallurgical plant operational experience, including supervisory or management experience.
• Extensive knowledge of copper smelting, hydrometallurgical and leaching operations, including the thermodynamic and kinetic principles that are the foundation of these technologies.
• Knowledge of mining and mineral processing technology, specifically the impacts of copper, iron, and gangue mineralogy on processing operations.
• Leadership skills, including supervising, evaluating, training and motivating employees.
• Ability to plan, prioritize, direct and manage a diverse number of operational areas, projects and activities.
• Skilled in preparing, defending, monitoring and administering budgets.
• Ability to develop and maintain awareness of occupational hazards and safety precautions.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing in English.
• Experience with plant maintenance, including adhering to maintenance schedules preferred.
• Experience in using advanced analytical and problem-solving skills to overcome obstacles and meet production targets.
• Experience in sulfide oxidation processes such as smelting or pressure oxidation operations is preferred.
• Use of thermodynamic modeling software preferred.
• Experience managing complex processing plants with multiple unit operations preferred.
• Understanding of copper and iron sulfide mineralogy and the impacts of mineralogy on metallurgical processing operations preferred.

Offer:

Our client offers a generous package that will include base salary, bonuses, benefits, retirement contributions, and more. Morenci is a unique company town and our client offers several amenities including company housing or employees who are required to work on-site are eligible for a $750/month housing allowance provided they meet program guidelines. This role is not eligible for work visa sponsorship.

Job Title : Nuclear Engineer (Naval Reactors Engineer) Category / Component : Officer • Active Overview Design, regulate, and oversee the Navy's nuclear propulsion program, including reactor design, fleet operations, and eventual defueling and decommissioning of nuclear powered ships and submarines from Naval Reactors Headquarters and associated Department of Energy laboratories and shipyards.

Key Responsibilities Provide technical direction in areas such as reactor and fluid systems design, reactor physics, materials development, component design for steam generators, pumps, and valves, instrumentation and control for reactor and propulsion plants, testing and quality control, radiation shielding, and chemistry and radiological controls; review designs and analyses from laboratories, shipyards, and industry partners; coordinate with fleet units to ensure safe and reliable nuclear plant operation.

What to Expect Assume significant technical responsibility early in your career as part of a lean headquarters staff; work primarily in an analytical and oversight role rather than operating plants at sea; balance long term engineering projects with time sensitive fleet and shipyard issues; frequent coordination with senior civilian engineers, naval officers, and technical teams; high expectations for attention to detail, judgment, and written and oral communication.

Work Environment Work mainly at Naval Reactors Headquarters in the Washington, District of Columbia area with regular engagement with Department of Energy laboratories, nuclear training sites, shipyards, and nuclear powered ships and submarines; office based work that includes document reviews, technical meetings, inspections, and site visits rather than day to day shipboard watchstanding.

Pathways, Training & Advancement Officer commissioning through programs such as Officer Candidate School or the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program followed by a structured technical qualification program at Naval Reactors; rotational exposure to laboratories, prototypes, shipyards, and fleet support issues; progressive responsibility leading projects and becoming a subject matter expert, with opportunities for professional military education and advanced graduate study in technical fields.

Entry through the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program for qualified college students and recent graduates, or selection via Officer Candidate School for those who already hold qualifying degrees; all applicants must meet Nuclear Propulsion Program academic and technical screening standards in addition to general officer commissioning requirements.

Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include: Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve United States citizenship or other legal residency and work status, depending on the program and current law and policy A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelor's or qualifying professional degree for officer positions Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.

Some communities have more restrictive age ranges Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening Achieving required test scores for your program, such as the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery for enlisted roles or officer qualification tests for officer programs Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.

Additional qualifications for this job may include: Completion of a rigorous technical degree in engineering, physics, mathematics, or a closely related field that includes strong backgrounds in calculus and physics; outstanding academic record, particularly in technical coursework; United States citizenship and eligibility for a high level security clearance; strong technical aptitude and comfort with detailed analytical work.

Education Education benefits are available through standard Navy programs such as Tuition Assistance, the Post-9/11 GI Bill, ACE-recommended college credit for Navy training, Navy COOL-funded certifications, USMAP apprenticeships, and other Navy College Program opportunities.

Specific options depend on the Sailor's status, training, and current Navy policy.

Pay, Benefits & Service Pay, benefits, and service commitments follow standard Navy Active and/or Reserve policies for this type of role, including basic pay, allowances when eligible, health coverage, and retirement options.

Exact entitlements, special pays, and service obligations depend on program, component, years of service, and current law and Navy guidance.

Incentives Incentives such as bonuses, special pays, and loan repayment may be available at times for specific ratings or communities, but they change frequently and cannot be guaranteed.

Applicants must confirm current incentives and eligibility with an official Navy recruiter or authoritative Navy source.

Notes and Disclaimers This description is a general overview of typical duties, training, and opportunities in this community.

It does not replace official Navy instructions, policies, or contracts and does not guarantee specific assignments, training, incentives, or outcomes.

Actual opportunities depend on Navy needs, individual performance, screening results, and current law and policy.