MP Materials
Position Title:
Senior Robotics Engineer
Company Overview 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 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.
Position Overview The Senior Robotics Engineer will play a critical role in identifying current and future process and transfer steps with a focus on automation. The successful candidate will apply a deep understanding of relevant manufacturing processes to design automation equipment to replace fatigue‑inducing repetitive and time‑consuming tasks. This engineer will focus on operations employees’ safety as well as product quality and integrity throughout the manufacturing process. The ideal candidate will also have experience working with automation vendors in the design and quoting processes, be a leader by example, action‑oriented, willing to get their hands dirty, and have experience leading technical teams.
Position Responsibilities
Lead a team of Robotics Engineers and Specialists to accomplish dedicated assigned tasks related to robotics and material movement.
Conduct research to determine the parameters of a robotic application.
Design, implement, and deploy robotic cells, systems, and components.
Advise Physical Design Engineering team on optimal robotic application layout and gripper design.
Develop and implement software that will control robots.
Create prototypes and work on necessary components (e.g., microprocessors).
Develop cost‑effective and efficient processes to produce the machines.
Perform rigorous system tests and quality control.
Apply machine learning techniques.
Create complete documentation for robotic systems.
Train operations, engineering, and maintenance teams on use and integration.
Monitor the use of robotic systems and optimize their functionality.
Troubleshoot defects in the robot design.
Implement cutting‑edge approaches to developing smart solutions to existing problems.
Keep abreast of advancements in robotics and relevant fields of engineering.
Basic Qualifications
BS or higher in Mechatronics, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or other relevant engineering disciplines.
5+ years demonstrated experience as a robotics engineer or similar role in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
Well‑versed in computer science, applied physics, and mechanics.
Basic programming knowledge in C++, Python, or other similar languages.
Excellent knowledge of CAD/CAM software including generation of 2D manufacturing drawings.
Experience with FANUC, Allen Bradley, ABB, Siemens integration.
Experience with basic shop tools, hardware, and mechatronic components.
Knowledge of cost, efficiency, and productivity optimization methods.
Ability to develop and evaluate integrated systems.
Desired Qualities
Leadership qualities with a desire to grow within the MP team.
Deep working knowledge of design of pick‑and‑place, material handling, or equipment loading automation solutions.
Knowledge of Vision systems.
Familiarity with rare‑earth permanent magnet grades and magnetic properties.
Understanding of the manufacturing of rare‑earth materials, permanent magnets, or metal powders.
Advanced degree in robotics engineering, mechanical engineering, or electrical engineering.
Analytical mind with resourcefulness.
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Senior Robotics Engineer
Company Overview 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 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.
Position Overview The Senior Robotics Engineer will play a critical role in identifying current and future process and transfer steps with a focus on automation. The successful candidate will apply a deep understanding of relevant manufacturing processes to design automation equipment to replace fatigue‑inducing repetitive and time‑consuming tasks. This engineer will focus on operations employees’ safety as well as product quality and integrity throughout the manufacturing process. The ideal candidate will also have experience working with automation vendors in the design and quoting processes, be a leader by example, action‑oriented, willing to get their hands dirty, and have experience leading technical teams.
Position Responsibilities
Lead a team of Robotics Engineers and Specialists to accomplish dedicated assigned tasks related to robotics and material movement.
Conduct research to determine the parameters of a robotic application.
Design, implement, and deploy robotic cells, systems, and components.
Advise Physical Design Engineering team on optimal robotic application layout and gripper design.
Develop and implement software that will control robots.
Create prototypes and work on necessary components (e.g., microprocessors).
Develop cost‑effective and efficient processes to produce the machines.
Perform rigorous system tests and quality control.
Apply machine learning techniques.
Create complete documentation for robotic systems.
Train operations, engineering, and maintenance teams on use and integration.
Monitor the use of robotic systems and optimize their functionality.
Troubleshoot defects in the robot design.
Implement cutting‑edge approaches to developing smart solutions to existing problems.
Keep abreast of advancements in robotics and relevant fields of engineering.
Basic Qualifications
BS or higher in Mechatronics, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or other relevant engineering disciplines.
5+ years demonstrated experience as a robotics engineer or similar role in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
Well‑versed in computer science, applied physics, and mechanics.
Basic programming knowledge in C++, Python, or other similar languages.
Excellent knowledge of CAD/CAM software including generation of 2D manufacturing drawings.
Experience with FANUC, Allen Bradley, ABB, Siemens integration.
Experience with basic shop tools, hardware, and mechatronic components.
Knowledge of cost, efficiency, and productivity optimization methods.
Ability to develop and evaluate integrated systems.
Desired Qualities
Leadership qualities with a desire to grow within the MP team.
Deep working knowledge of design of pick‑and‑place, material handling, or equipment loading automation solutions.
Knowledge of Vision systems.
Familiarity with rare‑earth permanent magnet grades and magnetic properties.
Understanding of the manufacturing of rare‑earth materials, permanent magnets, or metal powders.
Advanced degree in robotics engineering, mechanical engineering, or electrical engineering.
Analytical mind with resourcefulness.
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