MP Materials · 1 day ago
Metallurgist
Mountain Pass, CA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry, Mid Level
$90K/yr - $130K/yr
0+ years expMP Materials is rebuilding American industrial capability for a new era of autonomy, robotics, and electrification. The Metallurgist supports research and development for rare earth mineral processing and assists in daily plant operations, including the design and operation of new plants through process improvements and capital projects.
IndustrialMiningSustainability
Responsibilities
Develop experiment plans, and conduct research to study the feasibility of producing rare earth concentrate from various feed stocks
Conduct sampling campaigns to ensure representative samples are available for research programs
Create and maintain lab documentation such as log sheets and SOP's; maintain a 'hands-on' spirit in the laboratory
Identify opportunities and develop scopes for small and medium capital project needs; participate in large capital project teams to provide technical support; prepare project technical reports and budget information
Collaborate with the purchasing team, maintenance, contractors, operators, outside vendors, and other team members to ensure all projects are completed in a timely manner with sound quality
Startup and commissioning new equipment and processes
Excellent communication skills, verbal and written
Ability to complete a task with appropriate coaching and minimal supervision
High proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), and statistical software Ability to travel as needed (- Strong technical writing capability & attention to detail
Follow all company, industry and regulatory procedures and laws to ensure safe work by oneself and the company
Complete any other tasks as needed or as directed by management
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Mineral Processing, Chemical or Metallurgical Engineering, or a related field or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience required
Valid Driver's License and a good driving record are required to drive company vehicles on property
0-3 years' experience as a Metallurgical Engineer / Metallurgist in a mining, milling, or heavy industrial setting is required for Metallurgist I
3-6 years' experience as a Metallurgical Engineer / Metallurgist in a mining, milling, or heavy industrial setting is required for Metallurgist II
Excellent communication skills, verbal and written
Ability to complete a task with appropriate coaching and minimal supervision
High proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), and statistical software
Ability to travel as needed
Strong technical writing capability & attention to detail
Follow all company, industry and regulatory procedures and laws to ensure safe work by oneself and the company
Preferred
Advanced degree (Master's or Ph.D.)
Previous experience as a Metallurgical Engineer / Metallurgist in consulting lab or plant operation
Proven experience in testing flotation chemicals in a laboratory or scaled pilot plant
Experience with mineralogical analysis equipment such as MLA, Qemscan, XRD, etc
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
Leadership Team
Alan Lund
Executive Vice President, Magnetics
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