Senior Electrical Engineer

About the role

MP Materials (NYSE: MP) is rebuilding American industrial capability for a new era of autonomy, robotics, and electrification. We are the only U.S. company with a fully integrated rare earth supply chain—from mining and refining to advanced metal and magnet manufacturing. Our products include both the critical materials used to make permanent magnets and the finished magnets themselves—enabling next-generation technologies in robotics, automation, aerospace, transportation, defense, and energy systems. These materials are the foundation of physical AI—the convergence of computation, movement, and control. We hire ambitious, mission-driven people who want to tackle complex challenges and shape the future of strategic industries. Our culture is rooted in teamwork, resiliency, and integrity, with a deep commitment to operational excellence and national purpose. MP is rapidly evolving from a materials producer into a leading U.S. manufacturer—and our people are driving that transformation. The Senior Electrical Engineer will report to the Lead Electrical Engineer. They will support design, construction and commissioning of capital projects as subject matter expert (SME) for site electrical projects.

Responsibilities

• Conduct due diligence on electrical infrastructure to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and safety standards
• Work with contractors through various phases of project design, bidding, construction and commissioning.
• Serve as an owner’s representative providing field inspections, construction quality assurance, oversight of electrical testing and commissioning activities during various phases of construction, including adherence to established processes, identification of code compliance issues and common deficiencies
• Preparing engineering related calculations, developing drawings and visual aids.
• Assisting with field inspections to evaluate the work performed and materials quality
• Work with the MP Process Engineering, Process Controls, and Maintenance teams to diagnose electrical issues impacting the process and the power distribution system.
• Work with site maintenance team to optimize routine testing and preventative maintenance schedules and procedures for electrical equipment.
• Troubleshoot electrical failures; contribute to RCFAs and develop actions to prevent recurrence.
• Ensure that the plant electrical protection system (12KV) is operating as intend and critical infrastructure is adequately protected.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or relevant technical degree is required.
• 7+ years electrical construction, commissioning and supervision experience in a heavy industrial or mining environment.
• Strong knowledge of NEC and NFPA 70E.
• Strong knowledge of industry standards in project construction and commissioning.
• Experience managing electrical construction contractors in heavy industrial facilities.
• Experience with high voltage infrastructure and power distribution systems in an industrial environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with designing electrical and safety systems in chemical processing facility.
• Experience working with AutoCAD, ETAP, or EASYPOWER
• Experience with GE Relays, switchgears and Rockwell MCCs.
• Ability to work in teams with strong collaboration skills.
• Good verbal and written skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to learn new skills.
• Ability to complete a task with minimal supervision.
• Valid Driver’s License required for operating company vehicles on property.