Magnet Technology Engineer - Advanced Materials R&D

MP Materials; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

MP Materials seeks a hands‑on Engineer for the Magnet Technology group to advance high‑performance rare earth magnets. The role emphasizes experimental magnetics research and advanced modelling to formulate new alloy designs and processing methods.

The candidate will lead design and manufacturing initiatives, perform simulations, and collaborate across R&D and production to bring new magnets to market in support of U.S. manufacturing capability.

Qualifications

• PhD required in a relevant field such as Materials Science & Engineering, Metallurgy, or Physics.
• Experience with metallurgical manufacturing processes and materials characterization methods.
• Deep understanding of materials thermodynamics and kinetics.
• Agile researcher with ability to identify untested questions about materials and processing.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and conduct hands‑on experiments to evaluate and improve magnet materials and manufacturing methods.
• Conduct microscale simulations to advance understanding of magnet production and performance.
• Assist in setting up and commissioning lab and manufacturing equipment, including safe operation procedures and training team members.
• Collaborate with EHS to ensure health and safety standards and regulatory compliance.
• Engage external institutions (universities, partners, government labs) to leverage new technologies.
• Represent MP Materials in technical venues by publishing and presenting at conferences.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Magnetics research

Materials characterization

Metallurgical processes

Thermodynamics & kinetics

Strong communication

Education

PhD in Materials Science & Engineering / Metallurgy / Physics

Tools

Python

Job description

MP Materials seeks a hands‑on Engineer for the Magnet Technology group to advance high‑performance rare earth magnets. The role emphasizes experimental magnetics research and advanced modelling to formulate new alloy designs and processing methods.

The candidate will lead design and manufacturing initiatives, perform simulations, and collaborate across R&D and production to bring new magnets to market in support of U.S. manufacturing capability.