MP Materials · 12 hours ago
Applications Engineer
Las Vegas, NV, US
Full-time
Onsite
Mid LevelMP Materials is a leading U.S. manufacturer focused on rebuilding American industrial capability in autonomy and robotics. The Applications Engineer will serve as a technical expert on permanent magnet applications, interfacing with customers to define product requirements and identify opportunities for value-added improvements.
IndustrialMiningSustainability
Responsibilities
Be a subject matter expert on the application of NdFeB magnets to electrical devices
Act as technical contact with existing and potential customers by reviewing requests for quotes and other information, and providing clear, summarized responses
Interpret customer requests into well-defined product requirements and negotiate these requirements with customers to best serve their needs while promoting MP Materials' products
Synthesize and communicate short and long duration customer project goals, including coordinating with the Magnet Technology team to deliver samples and prototypes to customers
Identify value added opportunities for MP Materials products, to be realized through applications engineering, product or process development, continuous improvement activities, and/or long-term strategic initiatives
Monitor and report on the impact of implemented improvements, including KPIs such as energy savings, cost reductions, system uptime, and process optimization
Deliver technical training and documentation to operations staff, ensuring consistent understanding of electrical system enhancements and energy efficiency practices
Ensure all electrical OPEX and improvement projects comply with applicable codes, safety regulations, and internal quality standards
Qualification
Required
BS or higher in Materials, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or other relevant disciplines
Working knowledge of rare earth magnets and/or permanent magnet motors, actuators, and sensors including end use applications and key performance metrics
Experience working directly with customers to understand technical needs and translate them into magnet specifications and magnetic components
Experience partnering with commercial teams to generate product specifications and quotations
Understanding of the cost, yield and quality of manufactured product(s)
Ability to effectively communicate with a spectrum of different roles, from customers to senior leaders to manufacturing operators
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare well-written documents for reporting to customers and senior leadership
Entrepreneurial mindset, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple concurrent projects
Preferred
Experience with material manufacturing, particularly NdFeB magnet manufacturing
Familiarity with rare earth permanent magnet grades and magnetic properties
Advanced degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or materials science
Company
MP Materials
MP Materials provides a sustainable, low-cost supply chain of coveted materials that help power the modern economy.
Founded in 2014
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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