4.4. Senior Mechanical Technician
About The Position
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.
Requirements
- 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
- Ability to work independently, take initiative, and adapt to evolving priorities in a fast-paced environment
Nice To Haves
- Experience working in startup or R&D environments is a plus
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
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
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
