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MP Materials · 6 days ago

Engineer, Magnetics

MP Materials is rebuilding American industrial capability for a new era of autonomy, robotics, and electrification. They are seeking an Engineer to join the Magnet Technology group to support the development of technologies for advanced manufacturing of high-performance rare earth permanent magnets, utilizing an integrated computation and materials engineering approach.

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Responsibilities

Conduct thermodynamic and process simulations to advance understanding of magnet manufacturing processes and magnetic performance
Develop process-structure-property models and databases, and use these tools to design and optimize next-generation rare earth magnets
Work closely with experimental team members to integrate experimental feedback into physical property models
Engage external institutions including university researchers, strategic partners, and government laboratories to add value from new technologies and applied research
Represent MP Materials within the industry by publishing in technical and trade journals and presenting at conferences

Qualification

Materials Science & EngineeringThermodynamic modelingMetallurgical manufacturing processesMachine learningMaterials informaticsAgile researcherCommunication skillsLifelong learner

Required

M.S. or Ph.D. in Materials Science & Engineering, Metallurgy, Physics, or related field
Familiarity with metallurgical manufacturing processes and materials characterization methods
Deep understanding of materials, thermodynamics, and kinetics
Agile researcher, adept at identifying untested questions about materials and the interactions between processing, structure, and performance
Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Preferred

Experience with rare earth materials and permanent magnets
Experience leading technical development projects, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple concurrent projects
Lifelong learner able and enthusiastic to apply existing skills and experiences to new problems

Company

MP Materials

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MP Materials provides a sustainable, low-cost supply chain of coveted materials that help power the modern economy.

H1B Sponsorship

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2025 (9)
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2023 (2)
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Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$2.38B
Key Investors
JP Morgan ChaseU.S. Department of DefenseDepartment of Defense’s Office of Strategic Capital (OSC)
2025-08-25Post Ipo Debt· $275M
2025-07-16Post Ipo Equity· $650M
2025-07-10Post Ipo Equity· $400M

Leadership Team

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Alan Lund
Executive Vice President, Magnetics
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