4.3. Production Engineer I

Phoenix Tailings, Inc.; Exeter, Northern (NH, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare: 100% medical, dental, and

Stock options

Time off: Unlimited PTO

Learning and development

Great team

Job summary

Phoenix Tailings, Inc. is seeking a hands-on, driven Production Engineer early in your career to join our production team in the United States.

You’ll be embedded in the daily operations of our rare earth metal refining facility, optimizing processes and solving real-world problems on the production floor. This role is ideal for recent graduates passionate about manufacturing, eager to contribute to scale-up of clean critical metal production, and excited to work with shift teams to drive

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.

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.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Communication

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

Mechanical Eng

Chemical Eng

Materials Sci

Manufacturing Eng

Related field

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 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).