Design, program, and commission PLC and Ignition SCADA systems for large-scale manufacturing. Perform panel and field wiring, integrate sensors/VFDs, troubleshoot controls, and produce control documentation while collaborating with mechanical, electrical, and operations teams to stabilize and scale production.
About Phoenix Tailings
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.
Why Phoenix Tailings
At Phoenix Tailings, 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.
Our Values:
● You are only crazy if you are wrong, it’s ok to be wrong
● Lead with Compassion
● Be Resourceful
● Listen
● Hustle
Who We Are Looking For:
Phoenix Tailings is looking for a Controls Engineer II to help design, build, and scale the automation systems that power our manufacturing operations. This is a hands-on role for an engineer who is comfortable both programming and wiring industrial control systems. The ideal candidate has experience with Ignition SCADA, enjoys working directly with hardware, and has helped stand up large industrial systems in real operating environments. You will play a key role in commissioning new equipment and stabilizing production as we scale.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, and maintain PLC and SCADA systems for industrial manufacturing equipment
- Build and configure Ignition SCADA applications including HMIs, alarms, trends, and data historians
- Perform hands-on panel wiring, field wiring, and I/O checkout for industrial control systems
- Support installation, commissioning, and startup of large-scale manufacturing systems
- Integrate sensors, instrumentation, VFDs, heaters, and other industrial devices into control systems
- Troubleshoot control and electrical issues on operating equipment and implement permanent fixes
- Work closely with mechanical, electrical, and operations teams to ensure reliable system performance
- Develop and maintain clear documentation including control narratives, I/O lists, and as-built drawings
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, or a related technical field
- 3–6 years of experience in industrial automation or controls engineering
- Hands-on experience with Ignition
- Experience programming PLCs (e.g., Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or similar platforms)
- Comfortable performing hands-on panel and field wiring for industrial systems
- Experience commissioning and supporting large industrial or manufacturing equipment
- Strong understanding of industrial networks, instrumentation, and control system best practices
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, startup manufacturing environment
We offer a competitive compensation package that is based on expertise. We also offer the following 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.
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