MP Materials · 1 day ago
Engineer, Process Control
Fort Worth, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expMP Materials is a leading U.S. manufacturer focused on rebuilding American industrial capability in the field of autonomy, robotics, and electrification. They are seeking a Process Control Engineer to optimize and advance control systems at their rare earth manufacturing facility, with responsibilities including developing control strategies and troubleshooting automation systems.
IndustrialMiningSustainability
Responsibilities
Lead or support process control projects throughout the full lifecycle—from conceptual design and control strategy development to implementation, testing, and commissioning
Develop, implement, and optimize advanced process control (APC) strategies and regulatory control loops to improve process performance and consistency
Maintain and enhance existing control systems infrastructure, including PLCs, HMIs, SCADA systems, and instrumentation, to support plant reliability and performance
Program and troubleshoot PLCs and HMIs using Rockwell (Studio 5000, FactoryTalk View) and Siemens (TIA Portal, WinCC) platforms
Work closely with process engineers, operations, and maintenance teams to identify process control opportunities, analyze issues, and implement robust automation solutions
Conduct root cause analysis (RCA) and implement corrective actions for process upsets or control failures
Manage control system backups, documentation, and revision control to ensure system integrity and traceability
Support hardware and software upgrades, including developing BOMs, coordinating with supply chain, and minimizing production disruptions
Contribute to control systems standardization and documentation initiatives across the site
Support real-time troubleshooting and process optimization efforts during normal operations
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Electronics, Mechatronics Engineering or a related technical field— or equivalent practical experience
3+ years of experience in control or automation engineering within a manufacturing or industrial operations environment
Practical experience programming and troubleshooting PLC and HMI systems (Rockwell Studio 5000, FactoryTalk View, Siemens TIA Portal, WinCC)
Working knowledge of industrial communication protocols: Ethernet/IP, Profinet, Modbus TCP
Experience working collaboratively in cross-functional teams in a fast-paced, production-driven environment
Preferred
Strong technical understanding of industrial automation systems, instrumentation, and control hardware
Demonstrated ability to analyze complex issues, think critically, and implement robust, reliable automation solutions
Hands-on experience with robotic systems, vision inspection systems, and motion control is highly desirable
Flexible and responsive to shifting priorities; capable of managing multiple projects and urgent troubleshooting needs simultaneously
Strong communication skills—able to clearly document work, create functional descriptions, and work effectively with non-technical teams
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Project)
Company
MP Materials
MP Materials provides a sustainable, low-cost supply chain of coveted materials that help power the modern economy.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.38BKey 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
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Alan Lund
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