4.6. Manufacturing Engineer I
About The Position
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.
Requirements
- 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
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.
Benefits
- 100% Medical, dental, and vision coverage for employee
- Ownership in a fast-growing venture-backed company.
- Unlimited PTO.
- Learning and development opportunities to grow your skills and career.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
