6.1. Senior Electrical Engineer jobs in United States
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Phoenix Tailings · 5 months ago

6.1. Senior Electrical Engineer

Phoenix Tailings is a rapidly-growing clean mining and metals production startup dedicated to sustainable and economic critical metals production. They are seeking a skilled and motivated Senior Electrical Engineer to support the design, development, and optimization of electrical systems for their sustainable rare earth metals production processes.

Advanced MaterialsCleanTechIndustrialManufacturingMiningSustainabilityWaste Management
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Responsibilities

Design and implement electrical systems, including power distribution, motor controls, and safety systems, to support industrial processes
Develop and review electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and layouts to ensure compliance with specifications and standards
Assist in the selection and integration of electrical equipment, including power supplies, control panels, and complex instrumentation and sensors
Perform diagnostics and troubleshooting on electrical systems to ensure reliability and minimize downtime
Identify opportunities for system improvements and collaborate on implementing upgrades to enhance efficiency and performance
Contribute to electrical engineering projects, ensuring deliverables meet timeline, budget, and quality requirements
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including process engineering, controls, and operations, to integrate electrical systems into production workflows seamlessly
Ensure electrical systems meet industry standards, safety protocols, and regulatory requirements (e.g., NEC, OSHA)
Assist in developing and maintaining risk mitigation strategies and fail-safe systems for safe operations
Maintain accurate documentation of electrical designs, testing procedures, and maintenance records
Provide regular updates to project managers and leadership on progress, challenges, and recommendations

Qualification

Electrical system designPower distribution systemsMotor controlsCAD toolsElectrical testing equipmentAutomation systemsSustainability practicesHigh-temperature environmentsChemical process environments

Required

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field
5+ years of experience in electrical system design, implementation, and maintenance in industrial or process environments
Strong knowledge of power distribution systems, motor controls, and electrical safety in industrial settings
Experience with CAD tools for electrical schematics and design documentation
Hands-on experience with electrical testing and diagnostic equipment
Familiarity with automation and control systems, including PLCs and SCADA platforms
Knowledge of sustainability practices in electrical design and industrial operations

Preferred

Experience in high-temperature or chemical process environments is a plus

Benefits

100% Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Ownership in a fast-growing venture-backed company.
Parental leave and flexibility for families.
Flexible vacation policy to encourage people to get out and see the world.
Regularly scheduled events, and celebrations.
Learning and development Opportunities to grow your skills and career.
Working with fun, hard-working, kind people committed to making a difference!
We are results-focused. We don’t work at the office every day.

Company

Phoenix Tailings

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Phoenix Tailings is a metals-refining company that transforms mining waste (“tailings”) into usable rare earth and critical metals.

H1B Sponsorship

Phoenix Tailings has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2025 (1)
2024 (3)
2023 (1)
2022 (1)

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage
Total Funding
$104.24M
Key Investors
ARPA-EEnvisioning PartnersMassVentures
2025-12-25Series B
2025-12-04Grant· $1.6M
2025-04-30Series B· $33M

Leadership Team

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Nicholas Myers
CEO & Co-Founder
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Anthony Balladon
Chief Commercial Officer & Co-Founder
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