4.8. Engineering Technician
Phoenix Tailings
Exeter, NH, USA
Posted on May 19, 2026
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:
Phoenix Tailings is looking for an Engineering Technician to join our Exeter, NH team and support the buildout, operation, and improvement of the equipment powering our clean metals production. You will work hands-on with custom mechanical and electromechanical systems used to produce the critical materials needed for advanced technology, clean energy, and the future of manufacturing.
This role is ideal for someone with 2+ years of hands-on technical experience who thrives in a fast-paced environment and wants to help build the foundation for a cleaner, more secure critical metals supply chain.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assemble, install, and maintain custom mechanical and electromechanical production equipment
- Troubleshoot equipment issues involving motors, pumps, sensors, valves, heaters, and mechanical assemblies
- Perform preventative maintenance to improve equipment uptime, reliability, and safety
- Assist with equipment testing, commissioning, and production ramp-up
- Read and follow engineering drawings, schematics, work instructions, and technical documentation
- Maintain clear maintenance records, test logs, and equipment documentation
- Identify equipment issues and improvement opportunities to help Phoenix Tailings scale faster and safer
Qualifications:
- 2+ years of experience as an engineering technician, mechanical technician, maintenance technician, manufacturing technician, or similar role
- Experience assembling, maintaining, or troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, industrial, or electromechanical equipment
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, work instructions, or technical manuals
- Comfortable using hand tools, power tools, measurement tools, and basic shop equipment
- Strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and commitment to safety and quality
- Experience with fabrication, machining, welding, rigging, or industrial production equipment is a plus
We offer a competitive compensation package that is based on expertise. We also offer the following benefits:
- Healthcare: 100% Medical, dental, and vision coverage for employee
- Stock Options: Ownership in a fast-growing venture-backed company.
- Time Off: Unlimited PTO.
- 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!
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).
