1.1. Leadership Development Program (LDP) - Engineering

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:

● Lead with Compassion

● Be Resourceful

● Listen

● Hustle

Who we are looking for:   

Phoenix Tailings is seeking passionate and driven engineers to join our Leadership Development Program (LDP). We are looking for individuals who want to make a significant impact on the future of sustainable metals production. This is an opportunity to gain hands-on leadership experience while working in one of the most innovative clean technology startups. 

You will be part of a program that prepares future leaders by immersing you in critical operational tasks while learning how to scale and optimize clean metal production systems. This position is ideal for engineers who are passionate about innovation, sustainability, and developing cutting-edge processes. 

• Lead the buildout and scaling of production operations: You will take an active role in building and running production systems, including harvesting metal and feeding the production systems. 
• Develop technoeconomic analyses and financial models: Help ensure the scalability and financial sustainability of Phoenix Tailings’ operations by creating critical analyses and models. 
• Collaborate across departments: Engage with R&D, Finance, and operational teams to ensure seamless integration of engineering solutions. 
• Refine and optimize production systems: Drive improvements in metallization and separation processes (including solvent extraction and molten salt electrolysis). 
• Operational leadership: Lead the day-to-day operations of Phoenix Tailings’ production systems, working directly with systems that are integral to the company’s success. 
• Prepare for leadership: You will receive hands-on leadership training to equip you for senior roles within the organization. 

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in an Engineering field. 
• Experience in high-temperature systems, metallurgy, or electrochemical processes is a plus. 
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to solve complex engineering problems. 
• Passion for sustainability, clean energy, and innovative technology. 
• Strong communication and collaboration skills. 
• 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).