1.4. Sr. Controls Engineer

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:   

We are looking for an innovative Senior Controls Engineer to join our team and lead the optimization of our manufacturing processes. You will have a strong background in industrial control systems and a proven ability to design, implement, and maintain complex control solutions. You will be responsible for developing and implementing control strategies that improve efficiency, productivity, and product quality. 

• Develop and implement advanced control systems for manufacturing processes, including PLC programming, HMI development, and SCADA system integration. 
• Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to identify process improvement opportunities and develop control strategies to address them. 
• Analyze process data to optimize control parameters and improve system performance. 
• Troubleshoot control system issues and implement corrective actions in a timely manner. 
• Stay up-to-date with the latest control system technologies and industry best practices. 
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers. 

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical Engineering, or related field (Master's preferred). 
• 5+ years of experience in industrial control system design, specializing in chemical processing or metallurgy. 
• Proficiency in experience in PLC programming (Allen-Bradley) and SCADA (Ignition) systems.  
• Strong understanding of control theory principles, including adaptive and model predictive control strategies. 
• Familiarity with process instrumentation and industrial communication protocols relevant to metal manufacturing and production 
• Exceptional problem-solving skills and attention to detail, with a proven track record of delivering innovative solutions to complex technical challenges. 
• Ability to thrive both independently and collaboratively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. 
• Excellent communication skills, capable of effectively conveying technical concepts to diverse stakeholders. 

• 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! 

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).