REEcycle · 1 day ago
Junior Mechanical Engineer
Houston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
0+ years expREEcycle is a Houston-based pioneer in the recycling of rare earth elements (REEs) from end-of-life permanent magnets. They are seeking a Junior Mechanical Engineer to focus on the deployment, testing, and build-out of their Drive Disassembly Machine, which is crucial for the company's success.
Recycling
Responsibilities
Assist with project execution across all phases from prototype build to early commercial deployment
Develop hands-on working knowledge of the company’s proprietary machinery, including hydraulics, pneumatics, mechanical assemblies, and PLC-based control systems
Contribute as a technical team member and problem-solver, supporting system troubleshooting, documentation, and cross-functional collaboration across engineering and operations teams
Learn and support system integration, gaining an understanding of how mechanical and electrical subsystems interact, including solenoid valves, pneumatic actuators, linear guides, hydraulic pumps and cylinders, sensors, and control logic
Assist in troubleshooting and root-cause analysis of machine issues, participating in hands-on diagnostics, reviewing system data and logs, and coordinating with senior engineers, technicians, or vendors as needed
Support the transition of prototype systems to commercial-scale deployment with hands-on involvement in equipment assembly, testing, and system build-out, while assisting with design refinement and validation activities
Travel and support field deployments, ensuring performance aligns with expectations
Capture real-world feedback to inform design improvements
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Mechatronics, Robotics, or Manufacturing disciplines)
0-2 years of experience in engineering, product development, or manufacturing environments
Comfortable working directly on the shop floor, assisting with machinery build-out, testing, and commissioning alongside technicians and operators
Experience in CAD platforms, specifically SolidWorks
Benefits
Health insurance
Dental and vision
Other benefits
Company
REEcycle
REEcycle is a Houston based company reclaiming materials known as rare earth elements from recycled electronics.
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
$6.15MKey Investors
U.S. Department of DefenseNational Science Foundation
2025-06-23Series Unknown
2025-01-17Grant· $5.1M
2016-11-07Grant· $0.9M
Leadership Team
Casey McNeil
Co-Founder/CEO
Recent News
EIN Presswire
2025-11-22
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