Principal Metallurgist

Job Title: Principal Metallurgist 

Location: Toronto, ON

Salary: 170K to 220K

Environment: Hybrid (4 days in office/1 day remote)

Cyclic Materials is a rapidly growing cleantech company, building a circular supply chain for rare earth elements (REEs) and other critical materials essential to the clean energy transition. The company's proprietary MagCycle℠ and REEPure℠ processes transform end-of-life products into valuable raw materials used in EVs, wind turbines, and electronics. With its successful commercial demonstration, Cyclic Materials is rapidly scaling commercially across North America, Europe and Asia.
Cyclic Materials is backed by a number of world-class investors, including global technology companies, auto industry players and major funds. Cyclic Materials was founded in 2021 and headquartered in Toronto, with plants in Kingston, Ontario and Mesa, Arizona. We are proudly named as one of Top 10 Climate Tech Companies to Watch by MIT Tech Review in 2025. Learn more about Cyclic Materials cyclicmaterials.earth.

Position Overview

At Cyclic Materials, we look for bright, ambitious, innovative team players who enjoy challenges and have a drive to produce results. As the Principal Metallurgist, you will oversee Cyclic Materials’ process deployment and optimization and mentor younger metallurgists. This role plays a critical role to support the development and implementation of our rare earth element recycling process. Your duties will encompass developing and overseeing metallurgical test work, lead the optimization of our process as we scale it, support multiple plant operations and work with our Strategic Partnerships team to ensure products and byproducts meet client specifications. You will be based out of our Toronto, Ontario office, with occasional travel required. You will report to the VP of Engineering. When not traveling, this cohesive team works 3-4 days-per-week in-person in the office.

What you will be doing:

• Lead process development and optimization for Cyclic Materials recycling process.
• Work with plant metallurgists to develop and manage lab test work programs to support plant optimization.
• Recommend and initiate enhancements to achieve improved technical and environmental performance.
• Own and report metallurgical performance of commercial plants reporting on metallurgical KPIs.
• Interface with plant metallurgists to support the installation, commissioning, and operation of all Cyclic Materials’ plants.
• Manage projects and meet deadlines.
• Other duties as assigned.
  

What do you need to succeed:

• 15+ years of Hydrometallurgical experience
• Experience in designing test programs
• Experience at an chemical plant as a plant metallurgist.
• Demonstrated ability to achieve results in the context of a respectful, inclusive, and service-minded style.
• Strong written and verbal communications skills.
• Drive to initiate meaningful work based on experience and insights.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety.
• Ability to operate in a dynamic Startup environment, contributing outside of specific responsibilities.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Metallurgical, Process, or Chemical Engineering with P. Eng designation

Why You Will Love Cyclic Materials  

• At Cyclic Materials, we're dedicated to supporting our workforce on their unique career journey
• We offer a competitive compensation package including Health and Dental coverage, RRSP contributions and a generous paid time off program that lets you recharge
• We value diversity and are committed to maintaining a workplace where everyone is respected and recognized for their contributions

The base compensation offered is determined based on the successful candidate’s relevant experience, skills, and competencies and considers internal equity.

As an Equal Opportunity employer, Cyclic Materials is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where all individuals have an opportunity to succeed. If you require accommodation at any stage of the interview process, please email [email protected].

Applicants for employment in the Canada and US must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States or Canada and with Cyclic Materials (i.e., H1-B visa, F-1 visa (OPT), TN, L1-A visa or any other non-immigrant status).

To all applicants, your interest and effort are sincerely appreciated. While we thank everyone for their application, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.