Who We Are Looking ForAs we build toward operations in 2027 and 2028, we are beginning to meet with individuals who may be interested in joining Phoenix Tailings. We encourage interested candidates to apply, learn more about what we are building, and stay connected as we develop our facility.
Phoenix Tailings is looking for controls and automation professionals interested in future opportunities at our Rochester Freedom Facility.
The Controls and Automation team will keep the plant's measurement and control systems accurate, available, and useful to operations. The work includes supporting programmable logic controllers (PLCs), human-machine interfaces (HMIs), alarms, sensors, and instrumentation.
This is an opportunity to support a new facility by solving control logic and communications problems and helping operators rely on the information and systems they use to run the plant.
Key Responsibilities:- Develop and support PLC logic, HMI displays, alarms, and operating trends that give operators reliable visibility and control of the separations process
- Verify sensors, instrumentation, field wiring, and process signals through calibration checks, input/output checkout, and commissioning tests
- Troubleshoot control logic, industrial communications, and instrument problems, comparing system data with field conditions to identify the underlying fault
- Support equipment checkout and startup with operations and IT, testing automated responses and clarifying ownership of plant-network and control-system issues
- Maintain control narratives, instrument records, input/output lists, and as-built documentation so changes can be understood, maintained, and safely supported
Qualifications:- Degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field, or relevant technical training with equivalent industrial automation experience
- Hands-on experience programming or troubleshooting PLCs and supporting HMI or SCADA applications, including alarms, trends, and operator interfaces
- Working knowledge of process instrumentation, sensor calibration, field wiring, and industrial communications used to monitor and control plant equipment
- Ability to perform equipment checkout and commissioning tests, read electrical or control drawings, and document faults and system changes clearly
What We Offer:This pay range reflects best estimate for the total cash compensation which includes salary +
discretionary bonus for this role. Total package may vary based on experience and qualifications.
Pay Range: $80,000 - $150,000 per year
• Healthcare: 100% Medical, dental, and vision coverage for employee
• Stock Options: Ownership in a fast-growing venture-backed company.
• Time Off: Unlimited PTO.
• Learning: Learning and development opportunities to grow your skills and career.
At Phoenix Tailings, we have an open culture that values learning, and we are looking to grow
the team with enthusiastic individuals who share our vision of sustainable mining.
Please note: This posting is intended to help Phoenix Tailings connect with people interested in future opportunities at our Rochester facility. Hiring timelines, responsibilities, qualifications, and organizational needs may continue to evolve as the Freedom Facility progresses toward startup and operations.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
