Manufacturing Engineer I

Phoenix Tailings; Exeter (NH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare: 100% Medical, dental, and

Stock Options: Ownership in an early‑v

Unlimited PTO

Learning and development

Collaborative team

Job summary

Phoenix Tailings is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer I for its Exeter, NH facility. You will work closely with production equipment and processes to improve throughput, reliability, safety, and manufacturability.

This role offers hands-on experience turning engineering concepts into practical manufacturing solutions. This is an entry-level opportunity designed for an engineer who enjoys solving problems with real-world impact and wants to help build a new critical metals industry from the ground

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical discipline.
• 0-3 years of experience in manufacturing, process or production engineering.
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical/manufacturing/process problems and develop practical solutions.
• Experience with manufacturing equipment, drawings, tooling, fixtures, or CAD work.
• Physically able to lift up to 50 lbs and wear a respirator if required.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and improve manufacturing processes at Exeter facility.
• Design tooling, fixtures, equipment modifications to improve throughput and quality.
• Troubleshoot issues on the production floor and implement durable solutions.
• Translate new process tech into repeatable procedures for higher volumes.
• Support installation, commissioning, qualification, and improvement of new equipment.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Manufacturing

CAD

Process engineering

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD

Fabrication equipment

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.

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 Manufacturing Engineer I who is excited to turn innovative process technology into reliable, repeatable, and scalable manufacturing operations. In this role, you will work directly with production equipment and manufacturing processes at our Exeter facility, improving throughput, reliability, quality, safety, and manufacturability. You will have the opportunity to take engineering concepts from the drawing board to the production floor and see the direct impact of your work. This is an opportunity for an early-career engineer who wants significant hands-on experience, enjoys solving problems where the answer is not already known, and wants to help build the manufacturing foundation of a new critical metals industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and improve manufacturing processes used to produce critical metals and materials at Phoenix Tailings' Exeter facility.
• Design and implement tooling, fixtures, equipment modifications, and manufacturing solutions that improve process repeatability, throughput, safety, and product quality.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing and equipment issues on the production floor, identify root causes, and implement durable engineering solutions that prevent recurrence.
• Translate new process technologies into documented, repeatable manufacturing procedures that can operate reliably at increasing production volumes.
• Support the specification, installation, commissioning, qualification, and improvement of new manufacturing equipment as Phoenix expands its production capabilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• 0-3 years of experience in manufacturing, process engineering, production engineering, equipment engineering, or a related hands-on engineering environment; relevant internships, co-ops, laboratory, or project experience are welcome.
• Demonstrated ability to apply engineering fundamentals to troubleshoot mechanical, manufacturing, or process-related problems and develop practical solutions.
• Experience working with manufacturing equipment, mechanical systems, fabrication processes, tooling, fixtures, engineering drawings, or CAD through professional, academic, internship, or project work.
• Abie to lift up to 50 lbs
• Able to wear a respirator for extended periods of time<

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).

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.