Technician, Magnet Technology

MP Materials Corp. • Fort Worth, TX

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About The Position

MP Materials is seeking a Magnet Technology Technician to work in a one-of-a-kind magnet facility with world-class development equipment. The Magnet Technology Technician will support development of the technology and commercial-scale manufacturing footprint required to make high-performance permanent magnets for cutting-edge applications. The ideal candidate has experience working in a flexible, fast-paced manufacturing or laboratory environment and enjoys doing hands-on work. This position will support key projects across a broad range of initiatives, including development of materials for optimum performance, manufacturing process development and optimization, and more. This is an opportunity to be a part of the development team driving the creation of an advanced manufacturing facility and helping to define the future of American manufacturing.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in Applied Science or related field, OR 3+ years of related experience.
• Experience operating laboratory and/or manufacturing equipment.
• Familiarity with computers and data entry and analysis.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with metals, powders, chemicals, gloveboxes, furnaces, and/or machining equipment.
• Knowledge of basic metallurgy, machining, and/or chemical processes and equipment.
• Strong technical and communication skills to coordinate working with a variety of teammates, execute technical trials, and document processes and results.
• Hands-on, detail-oriented person who can solve problems, exercise sound judgement, and act autonomously in his/her daily work.

Responsibilities

• Conduct experiments utilizing furnaces, metal processing equipment, machining equipment, gloveboxes, and wet chemical processes.
• Execute test plans, make detailed observations, and communicate observations to leaders and teammates.
• Install, commission, and operate equipment safely and properly.
• Develop documentation for experimental procedures.
• Maintain and troubleshoot equipment.
• Maintain safe work practices.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree