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Engineer I

Freeport-McMoRan

Fort Madison, IAJob$75–104K/yrSeen todaySeen in employer's feed today

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Compensation
$75–104K/yr
Location
Fort Madison, IA
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Bachelor's degree, required

Job overview

Engineer I supports engineering projects at Freeport-McMoRan’s Fort Madison operation, a molybdenum chemical products facility in southeast Iowa. The role assists with project reviews and recommendations, participates in site construction and modification projects, and administers vendor contracts. A bachelor's degree in an appropriate engineering discipline is required, with no experience required. The posting lists project management and several teamwork, safety, leadership, analytical, and procurement abilities as preferred.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Project Management, nice to haveIndependent Work, nice to haveTeamwork, nice to haveSafety Practices, nice to haveHazard Recognition, nice to haveTeam Leadership, nice to haveAnalytical Problem Solving, nice to haveMaterials Procurement, nice to have

Qualifications

Bachelor's in Engineering, requiredNo Experience Required, required

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off
Parental Leave
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

Engineer I

Requisition ID: 148121

Location:

Fort Madison, IA, US, 52627

Category: Engineering Services

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Why You Should Apply For This Job:

At Climax Molybdenum, 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! _

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**Where You Will Work **

Located on the banks of the Mississippi River in southeast Iowa, Fort Madison’s conversion capabilities provide Climax Molybdenum Company, a subsidiary of Freeport-McMoRan, with the world’s premier source for upgraded molybdenum chemical products.

Fort Madison boasts diverse recreational activities year-round – from biking along scenic trails and birdwatching, to boating and fishing in abundant waters, to camping under the stars and horseback riding. The town’s attractive parks, lush green spaces for picnicking, disc golf course, Santa Fe Swing Span bridge, Old Fort Madison site and the serene Riverview Park along the Mississippi river make it an ideal place, with something fun for everyone. Additionally, if you leave Fort Madison at breakfast, you can arrive in Kansas City and Chicago before lunch!  Visit www.fortmadison.com to learn more.

What You Will Do

  • Assist in the review, investigation and development of appropriate recommendations regarding assigned Engineering projects.

  • Participate on small to medium site construction, expansion or modification projects.

  • Administer contracts with vendors for the provision of services and equipment.

  • Develop working knowledge of local, state and federal regulations appropriate to area of assignment.

  • Perform other duties as required.

What You Bring To Freeport

  • Bachelor's degree in an appropriate Engineering discipline with no experience required.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in managing projects.

  • Ability to work independently under the Maintenance/Projects Manager, and as part of a multi-disciplinary team.

  • Ability to develop and maintain awareness of occupational hazards and safety precautions. Skill in following safety practices and recognizing hazards.

  • Ability to lead project/production teams confidently and proactively.

  • Exceptional analytical ability towards solving production-related concerns.

  • Knowledge of procuring materials, equipment, and labor needed throughout the production process.

What We Offer You

The estimated annual pay range for this role is currently  $75,000-$104,000.  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 (https://jobs.fcx.com/content/Our-Benefits-FM/?locale=en\_US) 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 [email protected] .

How this job compares

Set against the 7,029 open Engineering jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 13, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$75–104K/yr
  • Iowa median$102–158K/yr31 salary ranges
  • US median$112–174K/yr3,682 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $90K, is 32% below the Iowa median midpoint ($132K) — in the lowest quarter of Engineering salary ranges in Iowa.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 63 open Engineering jobs in Iowa and 7,029 across the US. 3% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Iowa
Experience
Engineering postings that state a minimum ask for 5 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 3 to 10 years (4,846 postings).
Education
This posting asks for a bachelor's degree; 3,437 of the 7,029 open Engineering jobs (49%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 13, 2026. Figures based on too few postings are left out.

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