1.1. Materials Engineer - Leadership Development Program

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 a Materials Engineer to join our Leadership Development Program (LDP). We are looking for individuals with expertise in materials development, characterization, and process integration. This program will immerse you in the development of next-generation materials for sustainable metals production, giving you hands-on leadership experience in scaling these processes.

• Develop and characterize materials: Lead research and development efforts focused on characterizing and improving materials for use in refining critical metals.
• Optimize materials for refining processes: Develop and optimize materials that improve the efficiency and sustainability of the metal refining process.
• Collaborate with chemical and mechanical teams: Work closely with engineers across disciplines to ensure materials are integrated into production systems effectively.
• Technoeconomic and lifecycle analyses: Assist in developing analyses to ensure materials solutions are cost-effective, scalable, and aligned with Phoenix Tailings’ sustainability goals.
• Operational leadership: Lead day-to-day operations focused on materials testing and implementation.
• Leadership preparation: Gain hands-on leadership experience, working with cross-functional teams and preparing for senior roles in materials engineering.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Materials Science or Engineering.
• Experience in materials development, characterization, and process optimization.
• Strong analytical skills and problem-solving capabilities.
• Passion for sustainability and innovative materials solutions.
• A desire to grow into a leadership role in a rapidly scaling company.

• 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 & 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.  

Phoenix Tailings is committed to empowering future leaders, and we strongly encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply. This is your chance to make a lasting impact on the future of clean energy and metals production. 

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).