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.
The Role — Mechanical Engineer
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.
What You’ll Do
- 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.
What You Bring
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)
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive base salary'
- Generous stock options
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- Company-provided lunch daily.
- Visa sponsorship available if needed
Compensation Range: $120K - $250K
