Phoenix Tailings · 1 week ago
Chemical Process Engineer I -Separation
Burlington, MA
Full-time
Hybrid
New Grad, Entry Level
$70K/yr - $100K/yrPhoenix Tailings is a rapidly growing clean mining and metals production startup dedicated to sustainable and economic critical metals production. They are seeking a Chemical Process Engineer I who will perform lab work to support solvent extraction experiments and contribute to real-world solutions in rare earth separation.
Advanced MaterialsCleanTechIndustrialManufacturingMiningSustainabilityWaste Management
Responsibilities
Perform hands-on lab work to support solvent extraction experiments for rare earth element separation
Prepare chemical solutions, reagents, and samples for testing and analysis
Operate and maintain laboratory-scale process equipment (e.g., mixer-settlers, separators)
Record detailed observations, maintain lab notebooks, and input experimental data for analysis
Assist in process data analysis to identify trends and inform process decisions
Follow lab safety protocols and contribute to a culture of safe experimentation
Help scale experiments from lab to pilot by supporting equipment setup, testing, and documentation
Collaborate with senior engineers and scientists to execute technical project work
Qualification
Required
B.S. in Chemical Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, or related field
Academic or internship experience with chemical processes, especially wet chemistry or solvent extraction, is a plus
Strong interest in hands-on lab work and process development
Ability to manage multiple tasks, maintain documentation, and follow experimental procedures precisely
Knowledge of basic lab safety practices and chemical handling
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, startup environment where learning by doing is core to success
Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset
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.
Company
Phoenix Tailings
Phoenix Tailings is a metals-refining company that transforms mining waste (“tailings”) into usable rare earth and critical metals.
Founded in 2019
51-200 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$104.24MKey Investors
ARPA-EEnvisioning PartnersMassVentures
2025-12-25Series B
2025-12-04Grant· $1.6M
2025-04-30Series B· $33M
Leadership Team
Nicholas Myers
CEO & Co-Founder
Anthony Balladon
Chief Commercial Officer & Co-Founder
Recent News
2025-12-30
2025-12-29
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