USA Rare Earth, Inc. (Nasdaq: USAR) · 10 hours ago
Lead Technician
Wheat Ridge, CO
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$41/hr - $45/hr
2+ years expUSA Rare Earth, Inc. is on a mission to become a leading supplier of critical materials for the green energy and technology revolution. The Lead Technician will support the development, testing, and operation of innovative technologies for rare earth recovery and purification, assisting in laboratory and pilot plant activities, and ensuring safety and quality in chemical process operations.
Angel InvestmentManufacturingMiningProduct Design
Responsibilities
Assist in the setup, operation, and maintenance of laboratory- and pilot-scale equipment for extraction and purification processes
Conduct sampling, measurements, and data collection during experiments and process runs
Prepare feedstocks, reagents, and materials for testing and production trials
Maintain accurate experimental and operational records in laboratory notebooks and digital databases
Monitor process parameters and report deviations or issues to engineers
Perform routine maintenance, cleaning, and calibration of process equipment and instrumentation
Support safe chemical handling, waste management, and housekeeping in laboratory and pilot plant areas
Collaborate with engineers on troubleshooting process upsets and implementing process improvements
Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) and contribute to their continuous improvement
Qualification
Required
Associate's degree or higher in Chemistry, Biology, Engineering Technology or a related technical field; equivalent experience considered
2–3 years of hands-on experience in laboratory, pilot plant, or industrial process operations
Familiarity with pumps, filters, tanks, valves, and other common chemical processing equipment
Experience with sampling techniques, analytical testing, and data logging systems
Working knowledge of safety protocols, PPE, and hazardous material handling
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a cross-functional, fast-paced environment
Strong attention to detail, organization, and documentation accuracy
Willingness to work flexible hours during pilot trials or commissioning activities
Company
USA Rare Earth, Inc. (Nasdaq: USAR)
USA Rare Earth, LLC is a U.S.-based, vertically integrated magnet technology company.
11-50 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$202.56MKey Investors
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2025-03-13IPO
Leadership Team
Alex Moyes
Vice President of Mining
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