Phoenix Tailings · 2 days ago
Controls Engineer II
Burlington, MA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$90K/yr - $130K/yr
3+ years expPhoenix Tailings is a rapidly-growing clean mining and metals production startup dedicated to sustainable and economic critical metals production. The Controls Engineer II will support the design, programming, and deployment of control systems for clean metallurgy processes, bridging R&D and operational teams while ensuring functional and scalable automation systems.
Advanced MaterialsCleanTechIndustrialManufacturingMiningSustainabilityWaste Management
Responsibilities
Design, implement, and maintain control systems for pilot and pre-commercial rare earth processing units
Program PLCs (primarily Allen-Bradley ControlLogix/CompactLogix) to automate chemical and metallurgical processes
Develop and deploy HMI interfaces using Ignition to support real-time process control, monitoring, and data collection
Create I/O lists, PLC wiring schematics, and control narratives for new and existing systems
Integrate field instrumentation and sensors with automation platforms using industrial protocols (EtherNet/IP, Modbus, OPC-UA)
Assist in system commissioning, debugging, and ongoing process optimization across multiple sites
Support the implementation of alarms, interlocks, and safety functions in accordance with internal standards and relevant codes
Collaborate with process, mechanical, and electrical engineers to align automation strategies with system requirements
Document system designs, configurations, and revisions for future scaling and maintenance
Contribute to developing standard control system templates and architectures for rapid deployment
Qualification
Required
B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field
3–6 years of experience in industrial controls, automation, or systems integration
Proficiency with Allen-Bradley PLCs (ControlLogix, CompactLogix) and associated development environments (Studio 5000)
Hands-on experience developing HMIs using Ignition or comparable SCADA platforms
Strong understanding of industrial control system architecture, I/O integration, and networked communication protocols
Comfortable interpreting P&IDs, wiring diagrams, and control narratives
Practical knowledge of safety standards and best practices for industrial controls (NFPA 70E, UL508A, etc.)
Proven troubleshooting skills and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced, hands-on environment
Willingness to work across both Exeter and Burlington sites as needed
Passion for building automation systems that support sustainable technology and scalable innovation
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.
51-200 employees
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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
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