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Freeport-McMoRan, Inc.

Machinist

El Paso, TX · On-site

$27 - $36/hr

The refinery also produces nickel carbonate, copper telluride and autoclaved slimes material containing gold, silver, platinum and palladium. The beautiful city of El Paso features three universities ...

Freeport McMoRan

Machinist

El Paso, TX · On-site

$27 - $36/hr

The refinery also produces nickel carbonate, copper telluride and autoclaved slimes material containing gold, silver, platinum and palladium. The beautiful city of El Paso features three universities ...

Legal Concierge, Inc.

Sales Executive

Parker, TX · On-site

Continuously refine outbound scripts, qualification frameworks, and closing methodologies through direct involvement. * Serve as the "gold standard" closer and sales coach for the organization. Sales ...

Solenis LLC

Key Account Manager

Houston, TX · On-site

Solenis is a 2025 Best Managed Company Gold Standard honoree. For additional information about ... Experience leading teams within chemical plants, refineries, or heavy industrial facilities

Surya Carpet

Photo Stylist

Dallas, TX · On-site

The Surya Inc. family of brands includes Surya, Global Views, Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams ... Interpret and refine creative direction into fully realized, camera-ready sets, owning the ...

Surya Inc

Photo Stylist

Dallas, TX · On-site

The Surya Inc. family of brands includes Surya, Global Views, Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams ... Interpret and refine creative direction into fully realized, camera-ready sets, owning the ...

Surya Carpet

Photo Stylist

Dallas, TX · On-site

The Surya Inc. family of brands includes Surya, Global Views, Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams ... Interpret and refine creative direction into fully realized, camera-ready sets, owning the ...

Surya Carpet

Photo Stylist (Dallas)

Dallas, TX · On-site

The Surya Inc. family of brands includes Surya, Global Views, Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams ... Interpret and refine creative direction into fully realized, camera-ready sets, owning the ...

Surya Carpet

Photo Stylist

Dallas, TX · On-site

The Surya Inc. family of brands includes Surya, Global Views, Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams ... Interpret and refine creative direction into fully realized, camera-ready sets, owning the ...

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As of Sep 4, 2026, the average yearly pay for gold refining in Texas is $62,731.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $45,700.00 and $81,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is gold refining?

A Gold Refining job involves processing raw gold material to remove impurities and produce pure gold. Refiners use techniques like smelting, chemical treatment, and electrolysis to achieve the desired purity. The job requires knowledge of metallurgy, safety procedures, and handling specialized equipment. Refiners may work in mining operations, jewelry manufacturing, or industrial settings where purified gold is needed.

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As a gold refining professional, your daily tasks often include operating and monitoring refining equipment, conducting chemical assays to determine gold purity, and ensuring all processes comply with stringent safety and environmental standards. You will also document production data, perform routine maintenance on machinery, and collaborate with quality control teams to meet product specifications. The work environment is usually a laboratory or industrial facility where attention to detail and accuracy are paramount. This hands-on role requires both independent work and close teamwork to deliver consistent, high-quality results.

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To thrive in Gold Refining, you need a solid understanding of metallurgy, chemical processing, and laboratory safety, often supported by relevant technical training or certifications. Familiarity with specialized refining equipment, analytical instruments (such as spectrometers), and adherence to regulatory compliance systems is essential. Attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and effective teamwork are critical soft skills in this role. These competencies ensure precise and safe extraction of high-purity gold, minimize operational risks, and promote efficient workflow in a high-value environment.

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Process Automation Engineering Specialist II

Freeport McMoRan

El Paso, TX

$87K - $120K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 15 days ago

Freeport-McMoRan rating

8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

Based on 141 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

7th of 41 rated mining

Job description

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 rod and refining plant in El Paso, Texas, is a key contributor to our ranking as one of the world’s largest manufacturers of continuous cast copper rod – a main material used in the manufacturing of wire and cable products. The refinery has the potential to operate at an annual production capacity of about 900 million pounds of copper cathode, which is sufficient to refine all the copper anode we produce at our Miami operations in Arizona. The refinery also produces nickel carbonate, copper telluride and autoclaved slimes material containing gold, silver, platinum and palladium.  

The beautiful city of El Paso features three universities, many community colleges and numerous schools. Some popular attractions include the International Museum of Art, National Border Patrol Museum and Franklin Mountain State Park. There are many shopping centers, parks, hiking trails and numerous restaurants for our employees and their families to enjoy.   

What You Will Do

Under general supervision, collaborate with others to give direction on and improve performance of site Industrial Control Systems.

  • Follows and promotes Freeport-McMoRan safety and environmental programs and practices, communicates safety implications related to Process Automation (PA) and directs Industrial Control System (ICS) cybersecurity practices and policies.
  • Gives directions on Process Automation engineering topics and projects.
  • Develops and participates in engineering project proposals, and engineering designs, and has ability to verify the quality of project work meets site Process Automation standards.
  • Maintains the performance of ICS hardware and software. Participates in identifying opportunities to implement process improvement and optimization through automation while improving Operator and Operations effectiveness.
  • Participates in the implementation and maintenance of the Process Control Network (PCN) while maintaining plant performance, cyber security, and plant historian systems.
  • Specifies and reviews specialized, analytical and advanced instrumentation solutions to be integrated into the site ICS.
  • Participates in Process Automation equipment life cycle management and develops plans proposals, and budgetary estimates to ensure equipment remains current and up to date.
  • Perform other duties as required.
What You Bring To Freeport
  • High School Diploma or GED and seven (7) years of Engineering experience relevant to Process Automation, OR
  • Bachelor’s degree in a Scientific discipline and three (3) years of Engineering experience relevant to Process Automation, OR
  • Master’s degree in a Scientific discipline and two (2) years of Engineering experience relevant to Process Automation.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • PLC, HMI, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) and/or Distributed Control Systems (DCS) manufacture training or certification
  • Experience with plant process historians or similar database storage and retrieval systems
  • Experience with ICS/PCN network architecture, communication and security
  • Experience in or understanding of mining and mineral processing and systems  
  • Familiarity with or training in NFPA 70 and NEC or Electrical Journeyman Training

What We Offer You 

The estimated annual pay range for this role is currently $87,500 - $120,000. 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!   
      

 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.  

Equal Opportunity Employer  

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. 

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