3.5. Mechanical Engineer II
Phoenix Tailings
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop, design, and implement mechanical systems to improve facility processes at our Exeter site and Burlington R&D operations.
- Lead design-for-manufacture efforts for new equipment and facility upgrades, ensuring buildability and operational safety.
- Conduct testing and validation of mechanical systems, analyzing performance data to recommend design improvements.
- Create detailed engineering drawings, bills of materials, and specifications for fabrication and assembly.
- Perform mechanical and thermal calculations to ensure designs meet process and safety requirements.
- Oversee installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting of new or modified equipment and systems.
- Drive continuous facility improvement projects to increase system reliability and process efficiency.
- Collaborate with process engineers and metallurgists to integrate mechanical solutions into critical metals production workflows.
- Maintain thorough documentation of designs, tests, and changes for knowledge transfer and operational excellence.
Qualifications:
- B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
- Be able to work in both our Burlington, MA and Exeter locations.
- 3-5 years of Mechanical Engineering experience in manufacturing, industrial, or production environments.
- Proven expertise in designing, building, and testing mechanical systems, assemblies, or equipment.
- Strong proficiency with CAD software (SolidWorks preferred) for part, assembly, and fabrication drawings.
- Experience with mechanical calculations including thermal, fluid, and structural analyses.
- Hands-on experience with facility upgrades, system installations, or machinery commissioning.
- Demonstrated ability to analyze test data and translate findings into actionable design improvements.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to drive projects from concept to operational readiness.
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 and 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.