Equipment Engineering & Maintenance Manager

This is the first new magnetic material in 40 years. Niron Magnetics is commercializing 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 solve supply chain reliability challenges, will drive innovation in various industries. Headquartered in Minneapolis, MN, 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 work alongside amazing people, solve complex problems, and leave a legacy? Join our team.

What you'll do

The Equipment Engineering & Maintenance Manager is responsible for world-class maintenance management of Niron's Minneapolis-based R&D and Commercial Pilot facilities. These facilities develop and pilot production of Niron's rare-earth free magnets. The Maintenance Manager will lead a group of engineers and technicians that are responsible for all facilities, processes, and analytical equipment, both existing and under procurement. This position will report to Niron's Vice President of Technology and Engineering and will be based out of Niron's Minneapolis, MN facility. Specifically, this position will:

- Partner with engineers, technicians, vendors and contractors to maintain and install the equipment and facilities infrastructure that Niron relies on to produce products

- Carry out inspections of facilities and equipment to ensure functionality and implement fixes as identified

- Plan and assist with repair and maintenance activities

- Develop maintenance procedures and ensure implementation

- Continuously improve and build upon Niron's sustainability

- Ensure all building automation systems meet operational requirements and keeps Niron employees safe and informed

- Comply, motivate and ensure Health and Safety Policies are followed

- Lead, manage and develop a team of engineers and technicians to deliver high performing maintenance to ensure the safety of our employees and quality of our products

- Implement and maintain a maintenance management system

- Provide support for capital projects

- Lead small scale capital projects

- Develop Maintenance Dashboard and report regularly showing areas for continuous improvement

- A demonstrated performance of successful plant maintenance showing improvements in Plant performance

- Excellent communication skills, verbal and written

What we're looking for

- Bachelor's or higher degree in facilities management, engineering, or a related field

- Minimum 10+ years of direct experience maintaining facilities and equipment in commercial production environments

- Experience leading and developing a team – solid leadership skills and the ability to motivate a team.

- Working knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems

- Deep understanding of all relevant building systems, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, building automation and other core building systems

- Able to lead by example

- Experience in maintaining a wide range of building, utility and process plant equipment

- Ability to "figure things out"

Nice to Have

- Project management experience

- Experience using CAD or related software

- Ability to communicate effectively with across all levels of the organization

- Quality and customer mindset

- Exceptional organizational skills / high consideration for detail

- Experience with CMMS and Plant Maintenance Management Software

Our pay and benefits

- Salary: $105,000-140,000 annually, depending on education, experience 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