Senior Chemical Engineer

A clean mining and metals production startup dedicated to sustainable and economic critical metals production.
Backend
Senior Software Engineer
In-Person
11 - 50 Employees
5+ years of experience
Sustainability

Description For Senior Chemical Engineer

Phoenix Tailings is an innovative clean mining and metals production startup focused on sustainable critical metals production. As a Senior Chemical Engineer, you'll play a crucial role in developing and optimizing chemical processes for metal refining. The position involves leading high-temperature and electrochemical systems, working with advanced modeling tools, and ensuring safe production operations. The company offers a dynamic, fast-paced environment with a strong focus on sustainability and clean energy.

The role demands expertise in chemical process design and optimization, particularly in high-temperature or electrochemical processes. You'll lead projects, provide technical guidance to junior engineers, and work closely with mechanical engineers and operations teams. The ideal candidate should have strong problem-solving abilities and excellent communication skills.

Phoenix Tailings offers comprehensive benefits including full healthcare coverage, equity ownership, flexible vacation policy, and parental leave. The company culture values learning, innovation, and collaboration, with a commitment to diversity and equal opportunity. This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about sustainable technology and eager to make a significant impact in clean mining and metals production.

The company's values include leading with compassion, being resourceful, and maintaining a culture of innovation where "you are only crazy if you are wrong." Working at Phoenix Tailings means joining a team of top innovators dedicated to creating a better future through sustainable mining practices.

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Responsibilities For Senior Chemical Engineer

  • Lead efforts to design, optimize, and scale chemical processes for refining metals, including high-temperature systems and solvent extraction
  • Use advanced modeling and simulation tools to analyze and improve chemical processes
  • Work closely with mechanical engineers and operations teams to integrate chemical processes
  • Lead experiments and tests to validate new chemical processes
  • Produce comprehensive documentation for chemical processes
  • Oversee chemical process-related projects
  • Provide technical guidance and leadership to junior engineers

Requirements For Senior Chemical Engineer

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering or related field
  • Experience in chemical process design and optimization
  • Strong knowledge of process simulation tools (e.g., Aspen, ChemCAD)
  • Hands-on experience in scaling chemical processes from lab to industrial scale
  • Strong problem-solving skills
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills
  • A passion for sustainability and clean energy technologies

Benefits For Senior Chemical Engineer

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Equity
Parental Leave
  • 100% Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Stock ownership in venture-backed company
  • Parental leave and flexibility for families
  • Flexible vacation policy
  • Regular team events and celebrations
  • Learning and development opportunities
  • Flexible work culture

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