Senior Mechanical Technician

Phoenix Tailings; Exeter (NH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Stock options

Unlimited PTO

Learning & development

Great team

Job summary

Phoenix Tailings in Exeter, NH is seeking a Senior Mechanical Technician to build, maintain, and optimize electromechanical systems powering our clean metals production. You will work hands-on with large, custom equipment, solving mechanical challenges in a fast-paced, mission-driven startup environment.

You will train at the Burlington, MA facility before transferring to our new Rare Earth refining site in Exeter, NH, collaborating with engineering, ensuring safety, and contributing to a

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years as a mechanical technician with industrial equipment.
• Experience assembling, troubleshooting, and maintaining large electromechanical systems.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and mechanical schematics.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, install, and maintain custom mechanical systems in critical metals production.
• Perform precision alignments and diagnostics on high-temperature equipment.
• Troubleshoot motors, gear systems, pumps, and large components.
• Conduct preventative maintenance to improve reliability and uptime.
• Collaborate with engineering to implement system upgrades.
• Maintain logs and documentation for traceability.
• Uphold safety standards and contribute to safety improvements.
• Assist testing during commissioning and ramp-up.

Skills

5+ years experience

Read and interpret drawings

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Welding/fabrication

Independent worker

Tools

Machine tools

Rigging

Electromechanical systems maintenance

Diagnostics

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.

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
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Able to wear a respirator

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.