1.1. Materials Engineer - Leadership Development Program
Phoenix Tailings
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and characterize materials: Lead research and development efforts focused on characterizing and improving materials for use in refining critical metals.
- Optimize materials for refining processes: Develop and optimize materials that improve the efficiency and sustainability of the metal refining process.
- Collaborate with chemical and mechanical teams: Work closely with engineers across disciplines to ensure materials are integrated into production systems effectively.
- Technoeconomic and lifecycle analyses: Assist in developing analyses to ensure materials solutions are cost-effective, scalable, and aligned with Phoenix Tailings’ sustainability goals.
- Operational leadership: Lead day-to-day operations focused on materials testing and implementation.
- Leadership preparation: Gain hands-on leadership experience, working with cross-functional teams and preparing for senior roles in materials engineering.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Materials Science or Engineering.
- Experience in materials development, characterization, and process optimization.
- Strong analytical skills and problem-solving capabilities.
- Passion for sustainability and innovative materials solutions.
- A desire to grow into a leadership role in a rapidly scaling company.
We offer a competitive compensation package that is based on expertise. We also offer the following benefits:
- 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.