Chemical Process Engineer I -Separation at Phoenix… · Burlington

Summary: Phoenix 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. 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 Required Qualifications: - 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 Required Skills: Chemical Engineering, Solvent Extraction Important Skills: Wet Chemistry, Lab Safety Practices Nice-to-Have Skills: 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.