Requirements

• Fabricate parts and prototypes
• Assist in the design, assembly, and operation of custom lab and test equipment
• Weld, machine, and build custom fixtures, piping, and assemblies
• Set up and run experiments
• Maintain and improve lab/shop equipment and infrastructure
• Help implement safe, repeatable experimental and manufacturing processes
• Collaborate directly with scientists and engineers on daily projects
• Document procedures, test data, and improvements with attention to detail

Who You Are

• Technically skilled and mechanically fluent
• Comfortable using lathes, mills, saws, welders, and hand tools
• Familiar with shop and lab safety best practices
• Curious and self-motivated — you like to figure things out and build things
• Happy to jump into a variety of tasks — no job is too big or too small
• Physically capable, detail-oriented, and dependable

Bonus Skills

• CAD/CAM experience
• Basic electrical wiring, PLCs, instrumentation

Additional Requirements

• Must be willing to work on-site at our San Francisco headquarters
• Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary
• Weekly food stipend
• Full health, dental, and vision insurance
• Visa sponsorship available for qualified candidates

About Us

Solcoa Industries has developed the first truly carbon-zero, American rare earth metal production process. We’re already domestically producing rare earth metals (primarily Nd, Dy, and Tb), significantly reducing reliance on Chinese exports. As we rapidly scale up production, we’re seeking motivated talent to expand our dedicated team.

Our Mission

In the 1950s, the United States transformed the rare earths industry through relentless innovation, creating today’s vital market. Today, however, we produce nearly none of our rare earth consumption, with Chinese dominance compromising our independence through environmentally destructive processes. The critical challenge isn’t the supply—it’s downstream processing, where China now exerts political leverage.

At Solcoa, we’re committed to changing this narrative. We’re a young, dynamic team driven to innovate and decarbonize the rare earth metals supply chain. Our mission is clear: rapid innovation, environmental stewardship, and American independence.