Civil/Mechanical Engineer I

Job Description

Major Responsibilities:

Performs engineering evaluations, feasibility studies, conceptual and final designs, cost estimates, and engineering calculations. Participates on small to medium site construction, expansion or modification projects.
Administers contracts with vendors for the provision of services and equipment. Performs other duties as required.

Minimum Requirements:

*Bachelor's degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering
*Entry level position with up to two (2) years experience
*Knowledge of the principles and practices of engineering
*Technical knowledge of hydraulics, piping systems, pumps, and equipment
*Able to research and analyze information of considerable difficulty and draw valid conclusions
*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
*Strong computer skills a plus, including Autocad and hydraulic computer models

Preferred Qualifications:

Previous experience working in a mine environment
Statistical data analysis experience
Experience in making economic evaluations
Previous experience with AutoCAD, Minesight, and computer programming

Criteria/Conditions(specific background and skills):

*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 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 hart hat, hearing protection, safety glasses, safety footwear, and as needed, respirator, rubber steel-toe boots, protective clothing, gloves and any other protective equipment as required.
*Phelps Dodge promotes a drug/alcohol free work environment through the use of mandatory pre-employment drug testing and on-going random drug testing.
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Job Number
5778