Facilities Project Manager

Niron Magnetics is scaling the worlds first advanced manufacturing process for the mass production of permanent magnets powered by its breakthrough material formulation. The companys proprietary magnet technology based on Iron Nitride enables magnets that areinherently high magnetization free of rare earths and other critical materials and will driveinnovation in various industries. Niron Magnetics is comprised of a team of professionalswith a desire to make a positive impact on the global community. We were named one ofAmericas Top GreenTech Companies for 2024 and 2025 by TIME Magazine and theInnovation of the Year at the 2025 mHUB Fourth Revolution Awards.

Our team is made up of people who think big dare to innovate and strive to impact theplanet through technological innovation for our customers. Ready to learn alongsideamazing people solve complex problems and leave a legacy Join our team.

What youll do:

As an Engineering Project Manager at Niron Magnetics you will lead the execution of safety-critical manufacturing infrastructure that directly enables our scale-up. This role owns theend-to-end delivery of advanced manufacturing equipment and the facility systems thatsupport itbridging engineering design and on-site execution in a live productionenvironment.

You will manage complex multidisciplinary installations involving presses furnacescoating and machining systems utilities and structural scope coordinating closely withOEMs contractors EH&S and internal manufacturing teams. Operating at the intersectionof engineering rigor and operational reality you will ensure projects are delivered safely ontime and to specificationdriving production readiness capacity expansion and long-termreliability as Niron grows.

Primary Roles & Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end project delivery for installation of magnet manufacturingequipment including presses furnaces coating systems machining cells materialhandling systems and related production assets.
• Lead facilities-related scope supporting equipment installation including power distribution compressed air process gases cooling water HVAC foundations rigging and structural modifications.
• Coordinate with equipment OEMs engineering consultants contractors trades EH&S and internal manufacturing stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules budgets scope definitions risk registers and commissioning plans.
• Ensure installations meet engineering standards OEM requirements utility capacities safety regulations and manufacturing specifications.
• Manage shutdown planning production coordination and phased installations to minimize operational disruption.
• Lead contractor selection bid evaluations contract administration and on-site construction oversight.
• Identify and mitigate risks related to equipment integration utilities safety quality and production readiness.
• Conduct and support Process Hazard Analyses (PHA) and Pre-Startup Safety
• Reviews (PSSR) to ensure safe equipment installation commissioning and operational readiness.
• Drive formal change management for scope cost and schedule impacts.
• Support equipment startup commissioning validation and handoff to operations and maintenance teams.
• Prepare and present project updates cost forecasts and risk summaries to leadership.

What we are looking for:

• Bachelors degree in Engineering required with a preference for Mechanical Engineering.
• Relevant years of professional experience delivering industrial or manufacturing projects.
• Project management experience supporting industrial manufacturing or production facility equipment installations.
• Demonstrated ownership and successful execution of Facilities projects validating project management capability end-to-end.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing equipment integration within existing facilities.
• Experience managing projects involving heavy equipment utilities safety systems and contractor coordination.
• Proven ability to manage budgets schedules and multiple stakeholders simultaneously.
• Working knowledge of industrial codes and standards (e.g. electrical mechanical structural safety).
• Proficiency with project management tools (MS Project Smartsheet or equivalent).
• Strong communication problem-solving and decision-making skills.

Nice to have:

• Experience in magnet manufacturing powder metallurgy advanced manufacturing or materials processing environments.
• Project Management certification (PMP CAPM or equivalent).
• Familiarity with equipment commissioning production ramp-up and operational readiness.
• Experience working in an active manufacturing facility with live production constraints.
• Masters degree in Engineering or Engineering Management.

Key Competencies

• Capital equipment project delivery
• Facilities and utilities integration
• Vendor and contractor management
• Safety and risk management
• Cross-functional communication
• Budget and schedule control
• Production-focused execution

Our pay and benefits

• Salary range: $100000 - $135000 annually depending on experience education and skills
• Equity position in Niron via stock option grant
• Comprehensive medical dental and vision insurance
• Mental healthcare
• 401k plan with company match
• Paid vacation sick time and holidays
• Experience in a fun high-performing manufacturing environment