Intern, Engineering

Position Overview

MP Materials (NYSE: MP) is seeking an Engineering Intern to join its Physical Engineering Design team. This role involves designing and building a new metal, alloy, and magnet-making facility, playing a central part in the development of a greenfield advanced manufacturing facility.

Position Responsibilities

• Design and construct robotic and automation systems for use in a manufacturing facility
• Support design, manufacturing, installation, and commissioning process equipment, working closely with engineers to deliver projects from concept to fully operational in the plant
• Work with broader engineering design and manufacturing teams to integrate equipment into facility process flow
• Participate in technical design reviews, supplier evaluations and internal and external compliance audits for relevant industrial standards (ASTM, ISO etc.)
• Create CAD models and automation simulations of proposed equipment and automation designs
• Work with engineers to perform FEA and other durability simulations to qualify potential designs
• Order and assemble equipment, and perform testing required to ensure successful commissioning and ongoing operations
• Work closely with EHS to ensure that all work is done to ensure world class health and safety, and full compliance with relevant environmental regulations
• Document all work and follow corporate change management procedures

Basic Qualifications

• Professional apprenticeship program, AAS, or equivalent experience in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering. Engineering Technology, Advanced Manufacturing, Computer-Aided Drafting & Design (Manufacturing), Robotics and Automation/Mechatronics, Machining Technology, or related areas
• 0-5 years robotics and automation/mechatronics or machine assembly experience within a manufacturing environment
• Knowledge of automation for industrial processes and materials handling
• Excellent spatial visualization and reasoning skills, with an understanding of fits and tolerances
• Sound knowledge of Process Safety, including machine-man-environment interactions
• Good understanding of human factors in manufacturing
• Entrepreneurial mindset, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple concurrent projects

Preferred Qualifications

• At least 5 years of practical experience in automation or robotics for manufacturing processes
• Ability to identify and solve problems, and effectively communicate these solutions to others
• Effective written and verbal communication
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools