4.1. Senior Mechanical Technician

Phoenix Tailings; Exeter; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A clean mining company located in Exeter is seeking a Senior Mechanical Technician to join their team. The role involves assembling and maintaining electromechanical systems critical to metals production. Candidates should have over 5 years of experience and a strong ability to troubleshoot and perform maintenance on industrial equipment. This position offers a competitive compensation package and various benefits including healthcare, stock options, and a flexible work culture.

Benefits

100% Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Ownership in the company

Flexible vacation policy

Parental leave

Learning and development opportunities

Regular team events

Flexible work culture

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a mechanical technician working with industrial equipment.
• Experience in assembly and troubleshooting of large-scale electromechanical systems.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical schematics.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and maintain mechanical systems for metals production.
• Perform precision alignments and diagnostics on high-power equipment.
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues in industrial components.
• Conduct routine preventative maintenance.

Skills

Assembly of electromechanical systems

Troubleshooting mechanical issues

Maintenance of industrial equipment

Reading engineering drawings

Attention to detail

Job description

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 Senior Mechanical Technician to join our Exeter, NH team and play a key role in building, maintaining, and optimizing the equipment that powers our clean metals production. You’ll be working hands-on with large, custom-built electromechanical systems, solving real-world mechanical challenges that are central to creating a sustainable critical materials supply chain.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment and wants to make a direct impact on the future of industrial technology and sustainability. This candidate will train and work in our Burlington, MA facility then transfer to our brand-new Rare Earth metal refining facility in Exeter, NH.

Key Responsibilities

• Assemble, install, and maintain custom mechanical and electromechanical systems used in critical metals production
• Perform precision alignments, calibrations, and diagnostics on high-power, high-temperature equipment
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical issues involving motors, gear systems, pumps, and other large industrial components
• Conduct routine preventative maintenance to ensure reliability and minimize downtime
• Work closely with engineering teams to implement system upgrades and mechanical improvements
• Maintain detailed logs, schematics, and repair documentation for traceability and operational excellence
• Ensure adherence to safety standards and contribute to continuous improvement of safety protocols
• Support testing and validation of equipment performance during commissioning and ramp-up phases

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a mechanical technician working with industrial equipment
• Demonstrated experience in assembly, troubleshooting, and maintenance of large-scale or complex electromechanical systems
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, mechanical schematics, and technical documentation
• Familiarity with machine tools, welding, rigging, and fabrication techniques
• Strong attention to detail, with a commitment to quality and system reliability
• Experience working in startup or R&D environments is a plus
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and adapt to evolving priorities in a fast-paced environment

We offer a competitive compensation package that is based on expertise. We also offer the following benefits

• Healthcare, we care about you and your family:100% Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Stock:Ownership in a fast-growing venture-backed company.
• Family Focus:Parental leave and flexibility for families.
• Time Off:Flexible vacation policy to encourage people to get out and see the world.
• Team Fun:Regularly scheduled events, and celebrations.
• 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!
• Flexible culture:We are results-focused. We don’t work at the office every day.

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).