Who we are:

We are on a mission to become a leading supplier of critical materials that enable the green energy and technology revolution.  Our materials and technologies are required for the electric vehicle, green energy, consumer electronics, and defense industries, and our battery grade lithium and tech metals are needed for chipsets, semiconductors, and 5G. 

We have a substantial interest in the Round Top, Heavy Rare Earth, Lithium and Critical Minerals deposit in West Texas. We have also developed the United States’ first rare earth and critical minerals processing facility and we own the only scalable, sintered neo-magnet manufacturing system in the Western Hemisphere. By developing this fully integrated, US-based “mine-to-magnet” critical mineral supply chain, we are poised to become the leading domestic supplier to these industries.

What you can expect:

At USA Rare Earth, we are pioneers and problem solvers, technologists and team players. Together, we:

Build Solutions: If our task was a simple one, it would already be done. We are creative and solution-oriented, and we think outside the box to solve important problems. We know that a range of expertise and technologies is needed for success, and we work across sectors and alongside customers to deliver world-class solutions in sustainable ways.

Deliver Quality: When we do things, we do them well. We believe that top-tier quality leads to industry competitiveness and we hold ourselves to the highest quality standards. We move fast when executing, but safety, quality, and excellence always come first.

Lead responsibly: We have a responsibility to the planet, our consumers, our country, and each other. We put safety at the center of all we do, take accountability for our actions, incorporate sustainable practices in our processes and act with the financial best interest of our investors and consumers in mind.

Win Together: Establishing a rare earth magnet supply chain is a big undertaking – and getting there is a team effort. We communicate openly, work together and challenge each other in pursuit of our goals. With every step we take we learn and get better.

Position Overview:

The Corporate Project Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing enterprise-wide projects that support the company’s operational scale up, digital transformation, and strategic growth initiatives. This role serves as the central integration point across IT, Operations, Finance, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Facilities, and external partners ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with business priorities.

The Project Manager will oversee a diverse portfolio that includes ERP and systems implementations, infrastructure upgrades, operational process rollouts, and strategic initiatives such as M&A and government-related projects. Success in this role requires strong cross-functional leadership, disciplined execution, and the ability to manage complexity in a fast-paced industrial environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Enterprise Project Portfolio Management

• Own and manage a portfolio of cross-functional corporate initiatives spanning IT, operations, manufacturing, finance, supply chain, and facilities.
• Develop and maintain an integrated, enterprise level project roadmap that aligns timelines, dependencies, and business readiness across initiatives.
• Identify and manage cross-project risks, resource conflicts, and interdependencies.

Systems & Digital Transformation

• Lead planning and execution for major system implementations and go-lives, including:
• • ERP implementation and ongoing enhancements
  • CRM, Sales, Inventory, and Production system go-lives
  • MES implementation
  • Accounting/Finance and ARM implementations
• Coordinate business process readiness, testing, cutover planning, and post–go-live stabilization.

Operations, Process & Supply Chain Enablement

• Support operational readiness initiatives, including:
• • Prototyping and new process introduction
  • Receiving and three-way invoicing implementation
  • SIOP process support and supply chain transformation initiatives
  • Inventory, production, and material flow changes

Financial Governance & Business Controls

• Support AFE development, change management, and approval workflows.
• Track project budgets, forecast impacts, and ensure financial discipline across initiatives.

Stakeholder Communication & Governance

• Serve as the primary point of contact for executive leadership, functional owners, vendors, and external partners.
• Provide regular project status updates, risk assessments, and executive-ready reporting.
• Drive decision-making through structured governance, escalation, and issue resolution.

Strategic & Special Initiatives

• Support new M&A integration projects and government-related initiatives as required.
• Execute ad hoc strategic projects critical to business growth and operational maturity.

Qualifications & Competencies:

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Information Systems, or a related field.
• 5–10 years of experience managing complex, cross-functional projects in manufacturing, industrial, or technology driven environments.
• Demonstrated experience leading enterprise system implementations (ERP, CRM, MES, or similar).
• Strong understanding of business process integration across finance, supply chain, operations, and IT.
• Strong proficiency in project management methodologies (PMBOK, Agile, Stage-Gate, or similar).
• Solid understanding of cost control, forecasting, and project financial tracking.
• Proficient in project management software (e.g., MS Project, Smarsheet) and MS Office Suite.
• Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent initiatives with competing priorities.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and executive reporting skills.

Preferred:

• PMP certification or equivalent experience.
• Experience supporting greenfield operations, scale-up environments, or M&A integrations.
• Familiarity with capital projects, facility expansions, and operational readiness programs.

Compensation & Benefits
The base salary range for this role is $97,200 to 109,300 per year. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and geographic location.

This position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and paid holidays.

Physical Demands 

The work environment will be a mix of a typical office environment, a manufacturing floor and a construction site.   Noise level: Normal office, manufacturing and construction noises.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills required of personnel so classified. The reporting relationship may not reflect the most recent changes to the corporate reporting structure.

USA Rare Earth proudly supports Equal Employment Opportunities

USA Rare Earth's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and will provide reasonable accommodations according to applicable federal, state, and/or local laws.

For assistance applying for employment through this site due to disability, please contact Human Resources, hr@usare.com, to discuss reasonable accommodations.