3.2 Principal Mechanical Engineer
Phoenix Tailings
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and develop mechanical systems: Create detailed CAD designs and technical schematics for the molten salt electrolysis cell and related high-temperature systems.
- Develop and refine system layouts: Generate and optimize equipment layouts, piping designs, and integration plans for the molten salt electrolysis process.
- Perform mechanical analysis: Conduct detailed mechanical stress and thermal analyses to ensure system reliability and longevity under high-temperature operating conditions.
- Create technical documentation: Produce comprehensive mechanical design documentation, including schematics, material specifications, and manufacturing instructions.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams: Work closely with R&D, operations, and manufacturing teams to ensure designs meet operational requirements and production scalability.
- Lead prototyping and testing: Oversee the fabrication, installation, and testing of mechanical components, ensuring they meet design specifications and performance standards.
- Iterate and improve designs: Continuously improve designs based on testing results, operational feedback, and system performance.
- Zero waste design philosophy: Ensure that the system is designed with Phoenix Tailings' zero waste philosophy in mind, optimizing for sustainability and minimal waste production.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
- Expertise in CAD software and technical schematic creation.
- Strong understanding of mechanical stress analysis and thermal properties in high-temperature environments.
- Proven experience in designing systems for electrochemical processes or heavy industrial systems.
- Hands-on experience with mechanical prototyping, testing, and iteration.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
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.