6.2. Electrical Engineer II

Phoenix Tailings • Burlington, MA

145d

About The Position

Phoenix Tailings is looking for an Electrical Engineer II to take ownership of designing, building, and deploying electrical systems that support our rare earth and critical metals processing technologies. This role will play a key part in bringing lab and pilot-scale systems online, integrating control and power systems, and scaling clean metallurgy from concept to reality. The ideal candidate is both technically rigorous and hands-on, with experience in industrial power distribution, control systems, and hardware implementation. This is a multi-site role based out of our Exeter, NH and Burlington, MA facilities.

Requirements

• B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field
• 3–6 years of experience in electrical design and implementation in an industrial, manufacturing, or R&D environment
• Proven experience designing and commissioning electrical systems including panels, power distribution, and controls
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Electrical (or similar) for schematic and layout development
• Strong understanding of low- and medium-voltage electrical systems, motor control, and instrumentation
• Familiarity with safety and regulatory standards (e.g., NEC, NFPA, UL)
• Experience specifying and configuring industrial electrical components (PLCs, VFDs, relays, etc.)
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, hands-on environment across multiple physical sites
• Excellent troubleshooting skills and ability to work independently on complex electrical systems
• Passion for building sustainable, real-world solutions to global materials challenges

Responsibilities

• Design and implement power distribution, motor control, and instrumentation systems for new and existing process units
• Create and update detailed electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and panel layouts using AutoCAD Electrical or equivalent
• Specify and select hardware components including PLCs, VFDs, circuit protection devices, sensors, and actuators
• Build, install, and commission electrical panels and field wiring for R&D and pilot systems
• Troubleshoot, debug, and upgrade existing systems to improve safety, reliability, and performance
• Ensure all electrical work complies with relevant safety codes and standards (NEC, NFPA 70E, UL, etc.)
• Support system integration with process engineers, including sensor feedback, alarms, and automated control logic
• Contribute to electrical documentation packages including BOMs, settings, test plans, and maintenance procedures
• Lead hands-on electrical assembly work as needed to meet project milestones
• Identify opportunities for system standardization and design-for-scale in preparation for commercial deployment

Benefits

• 100% Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Ownership in a fast-growing venture-backed company
• Parental leave and flexibility for families
• Flexible vacation policy to encourage people to get out and see the world
• Regularly scheduled events, and celebrations
• Learning and development opportunities to grow your skills and career
• Working with fun, hard-working, kind people committed to making a difference
• Results-focused flexible culture

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees