<div><strong style="font-size:12pt;">About Phoenix Tailings</strong></div><div><span style="font-size:12pt;">Phoenix Tailings is a rapidly growing clean mining and metals production startup dedicated to sustainable and economic critical metals production. Our mission is to be the world's first fully clean mining and metals production company, producing the resources needed for the next generation of our economy. </span></div><div> </div><div><strong style="font-size:12pt;">Why Phoenix Tailings</strong><span style="font-size:12pt;"> </span></div><div><span style="font-size:12pt;">At Phoenix, we believe that nothing great is ever accomplished alone or without the passion of people who push and motivate one another. If you are someone who shares our relentless pursuit of a better future, passion for innovation, and are excited about working with some of the top innovators in the world, then this is the place for you. </span></div><div> </div><div><strong style="font-size:12pt;">Our Values</strong><span style="font-size:12pt;"> </span></div><div><span style="font-size:16px;">● </span><em style="font-size:16px;">You are only crazy if you are wrong, it’s ok to be wrong</em></div><div><span style="font-size:16px;">● </span><em style="font-size:16px;">Lead with Compassion</em></div><div><span style="font-size:16px;">● </span><em style="font-size:16px;">Be Resourceful</em></div><div><span style="font-size:16px;">● </span><em style="font-size:16px;">Listen</em></div><div><span style="font-size:16px;">● </span><em style="font-size:16px;">Hustle</em></div><div> </div><div><strong style="font-size:12pt;">Who We Are Looking For</strong><span style="font-size:12pt;"> </span></div><div><span style="font-size:16px;">Phoenix Tailings is looking for a Lead Chemical Process Engineer – Separation with deep expertise in solvent extraction and process development to own the scale-up of rare earth separation systems from bench to pilot to commercial-scale production. This role will be instrumental in building the technical foundation of our separation technologies and will take a leadership role in developing both the process and the team that will bring it to life. You will help define how clean rare earth separations are designed, built, and scaled in the U.S. and directly shape the future of sustainable critical materials.</span></div><div> </div><div> </div><br><br><h3>Key Responsibilities:</h3><ul><li>Lead the full lifecycle of solvent extraction process development: from bench-scale R&amp;D through pilot and into full-scale commercial deployment</li><li>Design, operate, and optimize bench-scale experiments to evaluate separation performance and extractant chemistry</li><li>Develop and operate pilot-scale solvent extraction systems, collecting real-time data and translating findings into scalable design improvements</li><li>Define scale-up strategy, equipment selection, and process control logic for transition to production-scale systems</li><li>Create and maintain detailed process documentation, including mass balances, PFDs, SOPs, and operational guidelines</li><li>Build and mentor a growing separation process team, including chemical engineers and technicians</li><li>Identify critical process bottlenecks and propose engineering solutions using both experimental and modeling approaches</li><li>Ensure safety, reliability, and process integrity across all phases of development</li><li>Contribute to broader separation technology roadmaps and help set technical direction for future rare earth and critical metal systems</li></ul><h3>Qualifications:</h3><ul><li>B.S., M.S., or Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, or a related field</li><li>5+ years of hands-on experience in solvent extraction, hydrometallurgy, or chemical process development</li><li>Proven success scaling chemical separation processes from lab to pilot to production</li><li>Deep understanding of separation chemistry, extractant systems, and multi-stage liquid-liquid extraction equipment</li><li>Experience designing and operating pilot systems such as mixer-settlers, centrifugal contactors, or columns</li><li>Strong background in data analysis, process modeling (e.g., Aspen, MATLAB), and scale-up engineering principles</li><li>Demonstrated ability to lead and grow technical teams, with strong mentoring and collaboration skills</li><li>Comfortable working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with evolving priorities</li></ul><h3>We offer a competitive compensation package that is based on expertise. We also offer the following benefits:</h3><ul><p><span style="font-size:16px;">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.<br></span></p><p><span style="font-size:16px;">Pay Range: $150,000- $180,000 total cash compensation plus equity</span></p><li><strong>Healthcare:</strong> 100% Medical, dental, and vision coverage for employee</li><li><strong>Stock Options:</strong> Ownership in a fast-growing venture-backed company. </li><li><strong>Time Off:</strong> Unlimited PTO. </li><li><strong>Learning:</strong> Learning and development opportunities to grow your skills and career. </li></ul><br><div><span style="font-size:16px;">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.  </span></div><div><span style="font-size:16px;"> </span></div><div><span style="font-size:16px;">Phoenix Tailings, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we value diversity at all levels. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, age, disability or genetic information, or any other applicable protected characteristics, and these characteristics will not be a factor for consideration of any work-related decisions (including but not limited to hiring, firing, compensation, and discipline). </span></div>

<p>Phoenix Tailings (Techstars Boston 2020) was founded to be the world's first fully clean mining and metals production company. By harvesting the value held within mining waste, Phoenix Tailings creates zero carbon emission metals including rare earth metals, iron, PGMs, and pigments. We are hiring! Visit www.phoenixtailings.com/careers for more info!</p>

3.2. Lead Separation Engineer

<div><strong>About Phoenix Tailings</strong></div><div><span>Phoenix Tailings is a rapidly growing clean mining and metals production startup dedicated to sustainable and economic critical metals production. Our mission is to be the world's first fully clean mining and metals production company, producing the resources needed for the next generation of our economy. </span></div><div> </div><div><strong>Why Phoenix Tailings</strong><span> </span></div><div><span>At Phoenix, we believe that nothing great is ever accomplished alone or without the passion of people who push and motivate one another. If you are someone who shares our relentless pursuit of a better future, passion for innovation, and are excited about working with some of the top innovators in the world, then this is the place for you. </span></div><div> </div><div><strong>Our Values</strong><span> </span></div><div><span>● </span><em>You are only crazy if you are wrong, it’s ok to be wrong</em></div><div><span>● </span><em>Lead with Compassion</em></div><div><span>● </span><em>Be Resourceful</em></div><div><span>● </span><em>Listen</em></div><div><span>● </span><em>Hustle</em></div><div> </div><div><strong>Who We Are Looking For</strong><span> </span></div><div><span>Phoenix Tailings is looking for a Lead Chemical Process Engineer – Separation with deep expertise in solvent extraction and process development to own the scale-up of rare earth separation systems from bench to pilot to commercial-scale production. This role will be instrumental in building the technical foundation of our separation technologies and will take a leadership role in developing both the process and the team that will bring it to life. You will help define how clean rare earth separations are designed, built, and scaled in the U.S. and directly shape the future of sustainable critical materials.</span></div><div> </div><div> </div><br /><br /><h3>Key Responsibilities:</h3><ul><li>Lead the full lifecycle of solvent extraction process development: from bench-scale R&amp;D through pilot and into full-scale commercial deployment</li><li>Design, operate, and optimize bench-scale experiments to evaluate separation performance and extractant chemistry</li><li>Develop and operate pilot-scale solvent extraction systems, collecting real-time data and translating findings into scalable design improvements</li><li>Define scale-up strategy, equipment selection, and process control logic for transition to production-scale systems</li><li>Create and maintain detailed process documentation, including mass balances, PFDs, SOPs, and operational guidelines</li><li>Build and mentor a growing separation process team, including chemical engineers and technicians</li><li>Identify critical process bottlenecks and propose engineering solutions using both experimental and modeling approaches</li><li>Ensure safety, reliability, and process integrity across all phases of development</li><li>Contribute to broader separation technology roadmaps and help set technical direction for future rare earth and critical metal systems</li></ul><h3>Qualifications:</h3><ul><li>B.S., M.S., or Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, or a related field</li><li>5+ years of hands-on experience in solvent extraction, hydrometallurgy, or chemical process development</li><li>Proven success scaling chemical separation processes from lab to pilot to production</li><li>Deep understanding of separation chemistry, extractant systems, and multi-stage liquid-liquid extraction equipment</li><li>Experience designing and operating pilot systems such as mixer-settlers, centrifugal contactors, or columns</li><li>Strong background in data analysis, process modeling (e.g., Aspen, MATLAB), and scale-up engineering principles</li><li>Demonstrated ability to lead and grow technical teams, with strong mentoring and collaboration skills</li><li>Comfortable working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with evolving priorities</li></ul><h3>We offer a competitive compensation package that is based on expertise. We also offer the following benefits:</h3><ul><p><span>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.<br /></span></p><p><span>Pay Range: $150,000- $180,000 total cash compensation plus equity</span></p><li><strong>Healthcare:</strong> 100% Medical, dental, and vision coverage for employee</li><li><strong>Stock Options:</strong> Ownership in a fast-growing venture-backed company. </li><li><strong>Time Off:</strong> Unlimited PTO. </li><li><strong>Learning:</strong> Learning and development opportunities to grow your skills and career. </li></ul><br /><div><span>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.  </span></div><div><span> </span></div><div><span>Phoenix Tailings, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we value diversity at all levels. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, age, disability or genetic information, or any other applicable protected characteristics, and these characteristics will not be a factor for consideration of any work-related decisions (including but not limited to hiring, firing, compensation, and discipline). </span></div>

3.2. Lead Separation Engineer

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