Mechanical Engineer

Making the Metals Powering the World

Solcoa exists to stabilize the western rare‑earth metal supply chain—powering every fighter jet, EV, wind turbine, phone, and generator. We’re among the very few companies outside China producing rare‑earth metals—and the only one delivering a 100% U.S. supply of both light and heavy rare earths. Our carbon‑zero process converts end‑of‑life magnets directly into metal, ready to accelerate energy independence and secure one of the world’s most vital resources.

We are a lean, well‑funded team rapidly accelerating Western rare‑earth production. We’re building a world‑class team of engineers to solve this crisis.

We’re looking for a hands‑on mechanical engineer to design, prototype, and scale the next generation of our rare‑earth reactors. You’ll own designs from concept through commissioning, working closely with machinists and researchers to turn ideas into operating systems.

• Architect, model, and draw reactor subsystems (thermal, vacuum, materials handling) in CAD (Fusion).
• Specify components, tolerances, and materials for high‑temperature, corrosive, and vacuum environments.
• Build and iterate prototypes; run experiments; analyze data to drive design decisions.
• Author procedures, test plans, and safety/operating documentation.
• Collaborate with fabrication partners; support continuous improvement.

Required

• Proficiency in CAD (Fusion)
• Hands‑on experience with metal machining and shop tools
• Experience with high‑temperature systems and/or vacuum hardware
• Detail‑orientation and precise technical execution
• Comfort working independently in a fast‑paced, build‑measure‑learn environment
• Availability to start soon

Preferred

• Coursework or experience in chemistry or physics (thermo, materials, reaction engineering, or similar)

• Competitive base salary
• Generous stock options
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Company‑provided lunch daily.
• Visa sponsorship available if needed