The Role
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.
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About Phoenix Tailings
Phoenix Tailings is a rapidly-growing clean mining and metals production startup dedicated to sustainable and economic critical metals production. Our mission is to be the world's first fully clean mining and metals production company, producing the resources needed for the next generation of our economy.
Why Phoenix Tailings
At Phoenix Tailings, we believe that nothing great is ever accomplished alone or without the passion of people who push and motivate one another. If you are someone who shares our relentless pursuit of a better future, passion for innovation, and are excited about working with some of the top innovators in the world, then this is the place for you.
Our Values:
● You are only crazy if you are wrong, it’s ok to be wrong
● Lead with Compassion
● Be Resourceful
● Listen
● Hustle
Who We Are Looking For:
Phoenix Tailings is looking for a hands-on, driven Production Engineer early in their career to join our production team. This role is ideal for recent graduates passionate about manufacturing, eager to work directly on the production floor, and excited to help scale clean critical metal production. This engineer will be embedded in the daily operations of our rare earth metal refining facility, working to optimize processes, solve real-world problems, and help shape the future of sustainable manufacturing.
Key Responsibilities:
- Operate and monitor advanced production equipment used in clean metals processing
- Perform in-process checks and adjustments to ensure consistent product quality
- Collect, analyze, and report production data to support process improvements
- Perform basic mechanical and operational troubleshooting on production systems
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance safety, efficiency, and uptime
- Conduct equipment startups, shutdowns, and transitions between production runs
- Work closely with shift leads and operators to ensure operational excellence
- Support new process development and implementation on the floor
- Uphold and enforce safety protocols and contribute to a culture of safe operations
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field
- Strong mechanical aptitude and interest in operating and understanding industrial equipment
- Willingness to learn, take direction, and quickly adapt to new systems and processes
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a dynamic production setting
We offer a competitive compensation package that is based on expertise. We also offer the following benefits:
- Healthcare: 100% Medical, dental, and vision coverage for employee
- Stock Options: Ownership in a fast-growing venture-backed company.
- Time Off: Unlimited PTO.
- Learning: Learning and development opportunities to grow your skills and career.
- Great team: Working with fun, hard-working, kind people committed to making a difference!
At Phoenix Tailings, we have an open culture that values learning, and we are looking to grow the team with enthusiastic individuals who share our vision of sustainable mining.
Phoenix Tailings, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we value diversity at all levels. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, age, disability or genetic information, or any other applicable protected characteristics, and these characteristics will not be a factor for consideration of any work-related decisions (including but not limited to hiring, firing, compensation, and discipline).
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Materials Science, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field
- Strong mechanical aptitude and interest in operating and understanding industrial equipment
- Willingness to learn, take direction, and quickly adapt to new systems and processes
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a dynamic production setting
- Early-career or recent graduate candidates are ideal
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The Company
What We Do
Phoenix Tailings is a rare earth metals production company dedicated to restoring U.S. industrial independence by building domestic refining capacity. The company aims to redefine the industry as the first fully clean mining and metals producer, using sustainable, net-zero technology to transform mining waste (tailings) into critical rare earth metals and alloys essential for modern technology, defense, and green energy infrastructure.
