Facilities Project Manager

Niron Magnetics, Inc.; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 100,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity position via stock option grant

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid vacation and sick time

Job summary

An innovative manufacturing firm in Minneapolis is seeking an Engineering Project Manager to lead the installation of magnet manufacturing equipment. This role is pivotal in managing complex, multidisciplinary projects and ensuring that installations meet safety and engineering standards. Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, ideally Mechanical, and relevant experience in industrial project management. The position offers a competitive salary range of $100,000 - $135,000 plus comprehensive benefits including medical insurance and a 401k plan.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience delivering industrial or manufacturing projects.
• Experience managing projects with heavy equipment and contractor coordination.
• Knowledge of industrial codes and standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end project delivery for magnet manufacturing equipment installations.
• Coordinate with stakeholders and maintain project schedules.
• Ensure installations meet safety and engineering standards.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Decision-making

Understanding of manufacturing equipment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

MS Project

Smartsheet

Job description

Niron Magnetics is scaling the world’s first advanced manufacturing process for the mass production of permanent magnets powered by its breakthrough material formulation. The company’s proprietary magnet technology based on Iron Nitride enables magnets that are inherently high magnetization, free of rare earths and other critical materials, and will drive innovation in various industries. Niron Magnetics is comprised of a team of professionals with a desire to make a positive impact on the global community. We were named one of “America's Top GreenTech Companies” for 2024 and 2025 by TIME Magazine and the “Innovation 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 the planet through technological innovation for our customers. Ready to learn alongside amazing people, solve complex problems, and leave a legacy? Join our team.

What you’ll 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 the end-to-end delivery of advanced manufacturing equipment and the facility systems that support it—bridging engineering design and on-site execution in a live production environment.

You will manage complex, multidisciplinary installations involving presses, furnaces, coating and machining systems, utilities, and structural scope, coordinating closely with OEMs, contractors, EH&S, and internal manufacturing teams. Operating at the intersection of engineering rigor and operational reality, you will ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and to specification—driving production readiness, capacity expansion, and long-term reliability as Niron grows.

Primary Roles & Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end project delivery for installation of magnet manufacturing equipment, including presses, furnaces, coating systems, machining cells, material handling 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:

• Bachelor’s 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.
• Master’s degree in Engineering or Engineering Management.
• 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: $100,000 - $135,000 annually, depending on experience, education and skills
• Equity position in Niron via stock option grant
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401k plan with company match
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
• Experience in a fun, high-performing, manufacturing environment