Magnetics Engineer: NdFeB Magnets & Process Optimization

USA Rare Earth LLC; Stillwater (OK); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

USA Rare Earth is seeking a Magnetics Engineer to support development, optimization, and industrialization of high-performance NdFeB magnet systems. The role emphasizes magnetics theory, material research, and process development for scale-up.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in magnetics, sintering and heat treatment, data analysis, and collaboration across R&D, Quality, and Manufacturing to advance a robust, US-based magnetics program.

Qualifications

• BS/MS/PhD in Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related field with magnetics focus.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and optimization of high-performance NdFeB magnets.
• Assist scale-up from lab to full-scale production and manufacturing support.
• Evaluate alloy chemistry, microstructure, and phase behavior to improve magnetic performance.
• Mentor and train technicians in magnetics, fundamentals, and best practices.
• Represent USA Rare Earth at trade shows, conferences, or publications.

Skills

Magnetics theory

NdFeB / SmCo magnets

Materials characterization

Sintering & heat treatment

Analytical problem solving

Mentoring

Education

B.S., M.S., or Ph.D. in Materials Science / Electrical Engineering / Physics

Tools

SEM

EBSD

XRD

LECO

Job description

USA Rare Earth is seeking a Magnetics Engineer to support development, optimization, and industrialization of high-performance NdFeB magnet systems. The role emphasizes magnetics theory, material research, and process development for scale-up.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in magnetics, sintering and heat treatment, data analysis, and collaboration across R&D, Quality, and Manufacturing to advance a robust, US-based magnetics program.