MP Materials Corp.
Senior Process Control Engineer-Onsite
MP Materials Corp., California, Missouri, United States, 65018
Base pay range: $150,000.00/yr - $170,000.00/yr
Company Overview 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.
Position Overview The Senior Process Control Engineer supports plant operations PLC/SCADA infrastructure, participates in various capital projects, and provides expertise on various process improvement projects. This position will be responsible for interfacing with stakeholders including engineering, production, maintenance, utilities, IT, environmental, safety, management, and contractors. This is an onsite position, Monday through Friday, with off‑shift on‑call support responsibilities that is shared amongst the controls group.
Position Responsibilities
Work within the PLC/SCADA environment to support plant operations.
Update and develop new graphics within the SCADA GE iFix and Ignition HMI applications.
Ladder logic, function block, and structured text programming in RSLogix.
Support Ethernet‑based network infrastructure.
Troubleshoot and installation support for actuated valves, instruments, various process equipment, remote I/O panels, SCADA servers & workstations.
Review of engineering documents for capital and internal projects.
Oversight of controls aspects of new construction activities.
Follow design, project management, and document control standards.
Design proper control schemes and strategies and work with process engineers to understand the plant operation requirements.
Manage the PI data historian tag list, graphical displays, and reports.
Work with operations to identify bottlenecks and create solutions.
Complete any other tasks as needed or as directed by management.
Basic Qualifications
BS degree in Engineering, or a related field, preferred.
7+ years of experience as a process control engineer in a chemical, mining, petroleum, or heavy industrial setting.
Must be authorized to work in the United States.
A Valid Driver’s License and good driving record are required to drive company vehicles on the property.
Demonstrated experience and competence in Rockwell Automation programming platforms.
Experience with PFDs, P&IDs, control narratives, and instrumentation wiring diagrams.
Full-time onsite
Desired Qualities
Work experience with Ignition (Perspective) and/or iFix HMI platforms, OSI Pi.
Solvent Extraction, Chlor‑Alkali, or Co‑Gen power plant experience is a plus.
Hands‑on experience with heavy industrial equipment troubleshooting.
Experience with process optimization/tuning of closed‑loop control systems.
Equal Opportunity Statement MP Materials is Proud to be an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer—EEO is The Law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Underrepresented groups/Women/Disabled/Veterans are encouraged to apply. Candidates whose disabilities make them unable to meet the position’s requirements will still be considered qualified if they can perform the essential functions of the job with reasonable accommodation.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Engineering and Information Technology; Manufacturing
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Company Overview 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.
Position Overview The Senior Process Control Engineer supports plant operations PLC/SCADA infrastructure, participates in various capital projects, and provides expertise on various process improvement projects. This position will be responsible for interfacing with stakeholders including engineering, production, maintenance, utilities, IT, environmental, safety, management, and contractors. This is an onsite position, Monday through Friday, with off‑shift on‑call support responsibilities that is shared amongst the controls group.
Position Responsibilities
Work within the PLC/SCADA environment to support plant operations.
Update and develop new graphics within the SCADA GE iFix and Ignition HMI applications.
Ladder logic, function block, and structured text programming in RSLogix.
Support Ethernet‑based network infrastructure.
Troubleshoot and installation support for actuated valves, instruments, various process equipment, remote I/O panels, SCADA servers & workstations.
Review of engineering documents for capital and internal projects.
Oversight of controls aspects of new construction activities.
Follow design, project management, and document control standards.
Design proper control schemes and strategies and work with process engineers to understand the plant operation requirements.
Manage the PI data historian tag list, graphical displays, and reports.
Work with operations to identify bottlenecks and create solutions.
Complete any other tasks as needed or as directed by management.
Basic Qualifications
BS degree in Engineering, or a related field, preferred.
7+ years of experience as a process control engineer in a chemical, mining, petroleum, or heavy industrial setting.
Must be authorized to work in the United States.
A Valid Driver’s License and good driving record are required to drive company vehicles on the property.
Demonstrated experience and competence in Rockwell Automation programming platforms.
Experience with PFDs, P&IDs, control narratives, and instrumentation wiring diagrams.
Full-time onsite
Desired Qualities
Work experience with Ignition (Perspective) and/or iFix HMI platforms, OSI Pi.
Solvent Extraction, Chlor‑Alkali, or Co‑Gen power plant experience is a plus.
Hands‑on experience with heavy industrial equipment troubleshooting.
Experience with process optimization/tuning of closed‑loop control systems.
Equal Opportunity Statement MP Materials is Proud to be an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer—EEO is The Law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Underrepresented groups/Women/Disabled/Veterans are encouraged to apply. Candidates whose disabilities make them unable to meet the position’s requirements will still be considered qualified if they can perform the essential functions of the job with reasonable accommodation.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Engineering and Information Technology; Manufacturing
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