4.1. Principal Process Engineer

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 seeking an experienced and visionary Principal Process Engineer to lead the development, optimization, and scaling of innovative processes for sustainable metal refining at our Burlington, MA location. This leadership role will drive high-impact projects, set technical direction, and play a critical part in ensuring the scalability and efficiency of Phoenix Tailings’ cutting-edge technologies.

As a Principal Process Engineer, you will take ownership of complex process engineering challenges, mentor a team of engineers, and collaborate cross-functionally to achieve operational and sustainability goals. This role demands expertise in process engineering, process design, and scale-up, as well as a passion for clean technology and innovation.

Key Responsibilities

Qualifications:

Exceptional project management skills, with experience managing complex, multidisciplinary initiatives. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts to diverse audiences.

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).