Senior Electrical Engineer – Greenfield Plant Lead

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

Job summary

MP Materials in Fort Worth, Texas, is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead electrical design and execution for our new advanced manufacturing facility.

You will oversee a team of engineers and drafters, guide concepts through procurement, construction, and commissioning, ensure code compliance, safety, and integration with plant operations to enable sustainable, scalable production.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in electrical engineering, including at least 3 years in a technical leadership or supervisory role.
• Proficient in AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical, SKM PowerTools, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong understanding of medium-voltage distribution systems and protective coordination.
• Extensive knowledge of electrical codes and standards (NEC, NESC, IEEE, IEC, OSHA, UL).

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of Electrical Engineers and Drafters, set priorities, assign tasks, and perform evaluations.
• Provide technical leadership across the full project lifecycle—from concept design to commissioning.
• Manage electrical system designs including MV distribution, motor controls, lighting, grounding, and lightning protection.
• Ensure engineering deliverables meet codes and internal standards.
• Review and approve detailed electrical drawings and documentation.
• Support field engineering and commissioning efforts and resolve technical issues.
• Drive SCADA-integrated systems for site-wide load management and efficiency.
• Mentor junior engineers and drafters; support professional development.
• Collaborate with mechanical, controls, process, and OT teams for integration.
• Lead or support engineering standards development and risk mitigation.
• Champion electrical safety and regulatory compliance.
• Assist in resource planning as the department grows.

Skills

Project leadership

Communication skills

Team leadership

Independent work

Regulatory compliance knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Professional Engineer license preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

AutoCAD Electrical

SKM PowerTools

Microsoft Office

Navisworks

SolidWorks

Job description

MP Materials in Fort Worth, Texas, is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead electrical design and execution for our new advanced manufacturing facility.

You will oversee a team of engineers and drafters, guide concepts through procurement, construction, and commissioning, ensure code compliance, safety, and integration with plant operations to enable sustainable, scalable production.