Chief Plant Engineer

Overview: A prominent copper mining operation based in Arizona is currently seeking an experienced Plant Engineering Superintendent. This pivotal role is responsible for supervising and enhancing the functionality and safety of critical process equipment and infrastructure, ensuring operational efficiency and compliance with the company Safety and Environmental Policies and Engineering standards.

Responsibilities:

• Champion a culture of zero harm by enforcing stringent MSHA safety protocols and environmental compliance across all engineering and construction activities.
• Lead a multidisciplinary team of Engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence and innovation through active mentorship, professional development, and rigorous performance management.
• Direct the end-to-end execution of Sustaining Capital portfolio across the Concentrator, SX/EW, and Mine areas, from initial scoping and RFP drafting to final commissioning.
• Oversee performances of pumping systems and piping networks, and critical production equipment.
• Develop and manage the annual Engineering CAPEX and OPEX budgets.
• Manage and continuously improve the structural integrity and asset health programs for all fixed assets, utilities, and site-wide infrastructure.
• Lead the evaluation and optimization of complex fluid networks—including Water, Raffinate, PLS, Acid, and Tailings—to improve throughput and identify energy-saving opportunities.
• Work closely with Maintenance and Operations departments to provide high-level troubleshooting, root cause analysis (RCA), and continuous process improvement.
• Accountable for projects KPIs, focusing on rigorous cost control, schedule adherence, risk mitigation, and technical quality assurance.
• Oversee projects lifecycle including drafting RFPs, selecting and managing engineering firms and construction contractors.
• Mentor and support the professional development of junior engineering staff.
• Provide Subject Matter Expert guidance and advice on operational processes and compliance issues to the site management team.
• Execute strategic initiatives and duties as required by management.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or civil engineering.
• Minimum of 8 years' experience in the mining sector or a related heavy industrial environment, with a proven track record of leading engineering teams and projects.
• Demonstrated ability to adapt to new technologies and changing business needs, along with a strong aptitude for innovative problem-solving and strategic operational improvements.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills, capable of mentoring junior engineers and effectively collaborating with cross-functional teams.
• Software (AutoCAD, MsProject, MsOffice, SAP)
• Experience in project management

Working Conditions:

• Fluent in English, able to effectively understand and communicate work and safety instructions.
• Able to work in stressful conditions, such as extreme temperatures and noisy environments, with risks including moving parts, electrical shocks, and hazardous chemicals.
• Physically capable of standing, sitting, climbing, working at heights, showing manual dexterity, and occasionally lifting up to thirty pounds.

NOTICE TO TEMPORARY STAFFING AGENCIES, PLACEMENT SERVICES, AND PROFESSIONAL RECRUITERS

ASARCO LLC maintains an internal recruiting department and manages its own recruitment processes directly.

Unless ASARCO LLC has entered into a formal agreement with your organization, unsolicited submissions of résumés, candidate profiles, or recruiting services will not be accepted or considered, and no fees will be paid in connection with such submissions.

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A core value of ASARCO LLC is “Safety First.” The Company is committed to help employees continuously improve their efforts to work in the most safe, inclusive, socially, and environmentally responsible manner practicable. Employee safety and health, both on and off the job, are critically important to the Company. Therefore, ASARCO LLC requires employees to have and effectively demonstrate good working knowledge of modern safety systems. Each employee will take prime responsibility for ensuring that s/he works within all required safety procedures and processes.

ASARCO LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates must possess a current and valid driver’s license. Offers of employment are contingent upon a successful criminal background check and pre-employment physical including a drug screen (hair analysis).

ASARCO LLC offers an excellent low-cost benefits package for medical/prescription/ dental/vision, disability coverage, life insurance and other optional coverage, and 401(k) plan with company match.