Engineering Project Manager (Manufacturing)

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Whatyoulldo:

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 itbridging 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 specificationdriving 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 withequipmentOEMs engineering consultants contractors trades EH&S and internal manufacturing stakeholders.
• Develop andmaintaindetailed 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 contractorselection bid evaluations contract administration and on-site construction oversight.
• Identifyand 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 Engineeringrequired 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 projectsvalidatingproject 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).
• Proficiencywith 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 with Mechanical preferred

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 - $135000annually depending on experienceeducationand 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