Jobs at Phoenix Tailings

Lead design, testing, and validation of electrical power and instrumentation systems for critical metals processing. Develop architectures, calculations, schematics, wiring, and documentation; build, commission, and troubleshoot equipment; turn early concepts into full engineering projects; create strategic engineering plans; and mentor early-career engineers to accelerate deployment of sustainable processing infrastructure.

Lead hands-on development, optimization, and scale-up of hydrometallurgical processes (leaching, purification, solvent extraction, filtration, crystallization). Translate lab results to pilot/commercial designs, size equipment, troubleshoot process issues, develop pilot test plans and operating procedures, and mentor junior engineers and technicians.

Hands-on production engineer working on the rare earth metal refining floor to operate and troubleshoot equipment, collect and analyze production data, support process improvements and startups/shutdowns, and participate in continuous improvement and safety initiatives.

Design, build, test, validate, and commission mechanical systems for high-temperature electrolysis, furnace, and electrochemical processes. Create 3D CAD models and drawings in SolidWorks, select mechanical components, develop and run V-Model-based verification/validation and DOE-driven test plans, and perform hands-on prototype assembly, troubleshooting, and commissioning in lab and pilot environments.

Design, program, and commission PLC and Ignition SCADA systems for large-scale manufacturing. Perform panel and field wiring, integrate sensors/VFDs, troubleshoot controls, and produce control documentation while collaborating with mechanical, electrical, and operations teams to stabilize and scale production.

Own post-award grant administration for federal awards (DOE, ARPA-E, etc.): manage compliance calendars, reporting, drawdowns, deliverables, audits, and agency relationships while coordinating R&D, finance, and legal teams to ensure timely, accurate submissions and milestone achievement.

Hands-on Controller to build and scale finance operations: implement accounting systems, internal controls, and ERP; manage payroll, treasury, AR/AP; deliver GAAP-compliant reporting, budgeting, and forecasts; support fundraising and strategic financial planning while working with external accountants.

Drive commercial growth by originating, negotiating, and closing multi‑million-dollar offtake agreements and partnerships across defense, automotive, clean tech, and advanced manufacturing. Build pipeline, engage Tier 1 OEMs and supply‑chain partners, structure complex commercial deals, translate technical capabilities into customer value, and inform production and go‑to‑market strategy.

Lead cost accounting, inventory valuation, month-end close, reconciliations, and financial reporting for a growing manufacturing startup. Improve internal controls and processes, support audits and tax filings, collaborate with operations, and scale financial systems. Oversee job costing, overhead rates, and grant-related cost accounting.

Identify and qualify sales opportunities in Defense, Automotive, and Industrial sectors; create proposals, pitch decks, and presentations; perform market and competitive research; manage CRM and pipeline reporting; coordinate meetings and follow-ups; build long-term customer and partner relationships.

Lead corporate financial strategy, capital raising, and risk management. Advise executive team, oversee reporting, controls, audits, and compliance. Build scalable finance systems and a high-performing team to support growth and investor relations.

Build and maintain detailed financial and economic models, conduct scenario and sensitivity analyses, develop forecasts and long-term plans, analyze KPIs, collaborate with business units, and present insights and recommendations to senior leadership and investors to support strategic decision-making.

Lead planning, design, and execution of greenfield and brownfield critical metal processing plants. Manage EPC/EPCM partners, capital budgets (> $50M), permitting, safety compliance, technical reviews, risk assessments, and scale teams to translate R&D into manufacturable, sustainable, zero-waste production.

Hands-on Production Engineer working on a 24/7 production floor to operate and monitor equipment, perform in-process checks, collect and analyze production data, troubleshoot mechanical issues, support process improvements and new process implementation, and uphold safety and uptime through collaboration with shift leads and operators.

Act as the CTO's right hand for R&D and Technology, owning program management, roadmaps, milestone tracking, dependency management across chemistry and engineering workstreams, translating between technical teams and business stakeholders, preparing executive/investor materials, and building operating cadence and decision processes without adding bureaucracy.