Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from MP Materials
Job overview
The Manufacturing Drafter at MP Materials plays a key role in designing and assembling manufacturing equipment for a new advanced metal and magnet-making facility, contributing to the company's transformation into a leading U.S. manufacturer.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves designing, fabricating, and assembling manufacturing equipment, supporting installation and commissioning, collaborating with engineering teams, participating in design reviews and compliance audits, creating CAD models, performing simulations, ordering and testing equipment, and ensuring health, safety, and environmental compliance.
Experience and skills
Candidates should have a professional apprenticeship or equivalent experience in mechanical or manufacturing-related fields, knowledge of industrial automation, technical drawing skills, spatial reasoning, process safety knowledge, communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office; 5+ years of manufacturing design experience and practical skills in machining, welding, wiring, and 3D printing are preferred.
Work environment and culture
MP Materials values teamwork, resiliency, integrity, operational excellence, and national purpose, fostering a mission-driven and collaborative environment focused on innovation in strategic industries.
Company information
MP Materials is a U.S. company with a fully integrated rare earth supply chain, producing critical materials and magnets for advanced technologies in robotics, aerospace, defense, and energy, and is evolving into a leading manufacturer.
Team overview
The candidate will join the Physical Engineering Design team working on the development of a new manufacturing facility, collaborating with various technical specialists and engineers.
Unique job features
This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a greenfield advanced manufacturing facility, combining hands-on technical design with assembly and commissioning in a cutting-edge industrial environment.
Company overview
MP Materials is a leading producer of rare earth materials, primarily focused on the extraction and processing of rare earth elements (REEs) from its Mountain Pass mine in California. The company generates revenue by supplying these critical materials, which are essential for manufacturing high-tech products such as electric vehicles, wind turbines, and various defense applications. Founded in 2017, MP Materials has revitalized the Mountain Pass mine, which was once the largest producer of REEs in the world, and continues to play a crucial role in reducing the United States' dependence on foreign sources for these strategic resources.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to highlight hands-on experience in manufacturing equipment design, CAD modeling, and assembly, emphasizing your mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills relevant to MP Materials' advanced manufacturing environment.
Focus on showcasing your knowledge of automation systems, process safety, and your ability to collaborate with engineers and technical teams to support equipment installation and commissioning.
Apply through multiple channels including MP Materials' official corporate careers page and LinkedIn to maximize your application reach and visibility.
Connect on LinkedIn with members of MP Materials' Physical Engineering Design team or manufacturing division; initiate conversations by commenting on recent company projects or expressing enthusiasm about their mission to rebuild American manufacturing capabilities.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'manufacturing equipment design,' 'CAD modeling,' 'process safety,' 'automation systems,' and 'equipment commissioning' to ensure your resume passes initial automated screenings.
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