Lab Technician

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 individual hired for this position will be joining a hardworking and dedicated team of scientists and engineers, and will facilitate experiments to generate new magnetic nano-powders and magnets at the cutting edge of magnetic performance. This individual will operate process equipment for the gas-phase reactions of powdered nanomaterials, process these powders to produce prototype magnets, and contribute to characterizing the properties and performance of these materials.

- Conduct gas-phase reactions on nano-powders to support R&D efforts for the next generation of iron nitride magnets

- Use materials characterization equipment to analyze and characterize samples in accordance with standard operating procedures (SOPs)

- Managing experiment scheduling and resource planning

- Help facilitate an active partnership between R&D and pilot teams

- Development work with non-routine assignments such as design of fixtures for experimental set-up, new experimental processes and establishing proper data acquisition

- Common chemistry lab and chemical hygiene protocols must be followed as the role requires using hazardous materials and lab and pilot machinery

- Maintain and update standard operating procedures (SOPs)

- Collect and report accurate scientific and engineering data obtained from laboratory equipment and tools using electronic lab notebooks (ELNs)

- Maintain and clean laboratory work environment and equipment; submit lab supplies for procurement as needed

- Help install new equipment and troubleshoot current equipment and instruments

- Work with a high degree of attention to workplace safety

What we're looking for

- Minimum technical 2-year degree in a scientific field (physics, chemistry, materials, etc.), or 5+ years of experience in an industrial or scientific lab environment

- Excellent hands-on lab skills, eye for detail and ability to operate lab equipment

- Highly collaborative, enjoys working within a diverse team environment

- Strong interpersonal communication, prioritization, and organizational skills

- Strong sense of responsibility and get-it-done attitude

- Ability to occasionally lift and carry maneuver or carry heavy equipment, such as gas cylinders, where possible via the safe use of wheelcarts up to 50 lb.

- Ability to follow directions and meet deadlines

Preferred Qualifications:

- Wet chemistry experience

- Experience working hands-on with nanoparticles, nanomaterials or powders in a laboratory environment

- Experience with fluidized bed reactors

- Experience working in a glovebox handling pyrophoric/air-sensitive materials

- Wet chemistry experience

- Experience using electronic lab notebooks (ELNs) or laboratory inventory management systems (LIMS)

- Experience with ISO in a manufacturing environment with understanding of the importance of following standard operating procedures (SOPs)

- Academic and/or industry experience working with advanced materials

Our pay and benefits:

- Salary range: $25-35/hour, depending on experience, education, and skills

- 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