USA Rare Earth, Inc. (Nasdaq: USAR) · 12 hours ago
Process Engineer - Furnaces
Stillwater, OK
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expUSA Rare Earth, Inc. is on a mission to become the leading Western supplier of high value rare earth magnets and critical minerals. The Process Engineer – Furnaces will lead the design, operation, and optimization of furnace-based thermal processes in a fast-growing magnet manufacturing start-up, ensuring efficiency, safety, and product quality.
Angel InvestmentManufacturingMiningProduct Design
Responsibilities
Develop, maintain, and optimize process parameters for all furnace types to ensure consistent part density, magnetic properties, and yield
Oversee installation, startup, and qualification of furnace systems, including vacuum systems, gas delivery, water cooling, and safety interlocks
Author and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs), PFMEAs, and control plans for each furnace type
Monitor process data (temperature curves, vacuum levels, gas flow, etc.) for trends and deviations; implement corrective actions
Collaborate with Facilities and EHS teams on safety systems: hydrogen management, venting, alarms, emergency protocols, etc
Lead troubleshooting and root cause analysis for nonconforming material or equipment issues
Interface with vendors for design reviews, FAT/SAT, maintenance planning, and spare parts management
Coordinate closely with other Process Engineers on material transitions and furnace recipes specific to processes that involve the use of furnaces
Support quality and R&D teams in furnace trials, new material qualifications, and metallurgical evaluations
Develop process capability metrics and support automation/instrumentation improvements for repeatability
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field (advanced degree preferred)
3–5 years of experience with thermal processing operations such as vacuum sintering, heat treatment, or furnace system design and control
Proficiency in process modeling, data analysis, and statistical process control (SPC)
Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills related to temperature control, atmosphere management, and process efficiency
Knowledge of safety, quality, and industry standards for thermal and materials processing
Experience implementing process improvements and maintaining equipment reliability in a manufacturing environment
Ability to collaborate effectively in a cross-functional, fast-paced start-up environment
Company
USA Rare Earth, Inc. (Nasdaq: USAR)
USA Rare Earth, LLC is a U.S.-based, vertically integrated magnet technology company.
11-50 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$202.56MKey Investors
Navajo Transitional Energy Company
2025-04-30Post Ipo Equity· $75M
2025-03-13Post Ipo Equity· $50M
2025-03-13IPO
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Alex Moyes
Vice President of Mining
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