Manufacturing Project Engineer

We are on a mission to become a leading supplier of critical materials that enable the green energy and technology revolution. Our materials and technologies are required for the electric vehicle, green energy, consumer electronics, and defense industries, and our battery grade lithium and tech metals are needed for chipsets, semiconductors, and 5G.

We have a substantial interest in the Round Top, Heavy Rare Earth, Lithium and Critical Minerals deposit in West Texas. We have also developed the United States’ first rare earth and critical minerals processing facility and we own the only scalable, sintered neo‑magnet manufacturing system in the Western Hemisphere. By developing this fully integrated, US‑based “mine‑to‑magnet” critical mineral supply chain, we are poised to become the leading domestic supplier to these industries.

At USA Rare Earth, we are pioneers and problem solvers, technologists and team players. Together, we:

Build Solutions :
If our task was a simple one, it would already be done. We are creative and solution‑oriented, and we think outside the box to solve important problems. We know that a range of expertise and technologies is needed for success, and we work across sectors and alongside customers to deliver world‑class solutions in sustainable ways.

Deliver Quality :
When we do things, we do them well. We believe that top‑tier quality leads to industry competitiveness and we hold ourselves to the highest quality standards. We move fast when executing, but safety, quality, and excellence always come first.

Lead responsibly :
We have a responsibility to the planet, our consumers, our country, and each other. We put safety at the center of all we do, take accountability for our actions, incorporate sustainable practices in our processes and act with the financial best interest of our investors and consumers in mind.

Win Together :
Establishing a rare earth magnet supply chain is a big undertaking – and getting there is a team effort. We communicate openly, work together and challenge each other in pursuit of our goals. With every step we take we learn and get better.

The Manufacturing Project Engineer supports a rare earth magnet production facility during a rapid scale‑up phase within an early‑stage public company. This role executes and coordinates capital and process engineering projects that enable pilot‑to‑commercial transition and future plant expansion. The position operates in a fast‑paced, high‑growth environment with significant cross‑functional interaction and increasing ownership as the engineering organization scales.

• Plan and execute manufacturing and capital projects across pilot, scale‑up, and early production stages.
• Develop and manage project scope, schedules, budgets, and deliverables.
• Support equipment installation, commissioning, and startup activities.
• Conduct engineering reviews to support process improvements and facility expansion.
• Track project performance; identify risks, delays, and corrective actions.
• Analyze production and equipment data to support troubleshooting and continuous improvement.
• Prepare technical documentation (PFDs, P&IDs, work instructions, project reports).
• Coordinate internal teams and external contractors/vendors to ensure project execution.
• Support equipment selection, specification, and procurement.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards in a public‑company environment.

• Strong understanding of manufacturing engineering and project execution in industrial environments.
• Experience in scale‑up, pilot plants, or capital project delivery preferred.
• Familiarity with chemical, metallurgical, or materials processing systems a plus.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and process documentation.
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills in operational settings.
• Effective communicator across engineering, operations, and vendor teams.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced, high‑growth environment.
• Proficiency with project tracking tools (e.g., MS Project, Excel).
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical,…