Senior Mechanical Engineer – Plant Equipment and Reliability

Mp Materials Corp.

Mountain Pass (CA)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 150,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

MP Materials Corp. in Mountain Pass, CA is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to support design, operation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of mechanical systems across industrial facilities.

You will troubleshoot complex equipment issues and drive safety, reliability, and efficiency improvements. The ideal candidate has a strong background in mechanical engineering, heavy industrial equipment, project management, and cross-functional collaboration to develop practical solutions that

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in mechanical or industrial engineering.
Strong knowledge of rotating equipment, piping, conveyors, pumps, tanks, and structural systems.
Experience with ASME, ANSI, API, and AISC standards.
Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

Provide mechanical engineering support for plant operations and capital projects.
Lead design, specification, and implementation of mechanical equipment.
Develop scopes of work, specs, and bid packages.
Troubleshoot equipment failures and perform root-cause analysis.
Collaborate with operations to identify improvements and cost savings.
Review drawings and vendor submittals for compliance.
Support maintenance programs and life-extension strategies.