Geologist

5h5 hours ago

USA Rare Earth

US · Full-time · $95,000 – $135,000

About this role

USA Rare Earth is on a mission to become a leading supplier of critical materials that enable the green energy and technology revolution. We have a substantial interest in the Round Top Heavy Rare Earth, Lithium and Critical Minerals deposit in West Texas. The Geologist supports exploration and resource development as we advance toward surface mining operations.

You will analyze geological formations, collect and interpret field data, and define the deposit's size, quality, and characteristics to support mine planning. Perform on-site work at active drill sites, including core logging and sample management. Oversee daily drilling to ensure safety and data quality.

This role works closely with engineering, mining, and technical teams in a fast-paced early-stage public company. We are pioneers and problem solvers who build solutions, deliver quality, lead responsibly, and win together. Safety, sustainability, and excellence always come first.

Contribute to the United States’ first rare earth and critical minerals processing facility and the only scalable sintered neo-magnet manufacturing system in the Western Hemisphere. Help develop a fully integrated US-based mine-to-magnet supply chain. Advance resource definition for early-stage feasibility efforts.

Requirements

Experience in geological analysis of rock formations and mineralization
Proficiency in core logging, boxing, labeling, and sample management at drill sites
Knowledge of drilling operations oversight with focus on safety and data quality
Skills in collecting and analyzing rock, soil, and mineral samples
Ability to prepare geological maps, cross-sections, and technical reports
Expertise in estimating deposit size, depth, and quality
Familiarity with drones, radar imaging, and geophysical mapping tools

Responsibilities

Conduct geological analysis of rock formations and mineralization to support resource definition
Perform on-site work at active drill sites, including core logging, boxing, labeling, and sample management
Oversee daily drilling operations, ensuring safety, data quality, and alignment with project objectives
Collect and analyze rock, soil, and mineral samples to assess composition and purity
Prepare geological maps, cross-sections, and technical reports to support modeling and development activities
Estimate deposit size, depth, and quality to inform early-stage feasibility efforts
Utilize tools such as drones, radar imaging, and mapping technologies