Niron Magnetics

Manufactures sustainable high-performance permanent magnets

Technician - Analytical Lab

Inspection & TestUpdated on Nov 14

Full-timeMinneapolis, MN, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A 2-year degree in a technical field is required.
Excellent hands-on skills and the ability to operate laboratory equipment are required.
At least 3 years of industry experience are required.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint is required.
A high level of attention to detail is required.
The ability to collaborate and work within a diverse team environment is required.

Responsibilities

Prepare samples and operate analytical equipment for advanced materials analysis of iron nitride nanomaterial.
Perform sample preparation largely in an inert glove-box environment, including precise mass measurements, epoxy handling, and organized work inside the glove box.
Operate analytical equipment including an X-ray diffractometer (XRD), vibrating sample magnetometer (VSM), oxygen-nitrogen-hydrogen (ONH) analyzer, BET specific surface area analyzer, Hysteresis Graph, SAXS, and laser diffractometer for particle-size distribution analysis.
Follow Niron-provided standard operating procedures (SOPs) and measurement methods.
Suggest, develop, and implement procedure improvements, and document improvements adopted by Niron.
Determine optimal scheduling to ensure samples are prepared and measured in a timely manner.
Perform all duties according to Niron’s Safety Program.

Desired Qualifications

A bachelor's degree in an engineering field is preferred.
Five or more years of industry experience are preferred.
Experience with 6S programs is preferred.
Experience with ISO in a manufacturing environment and understanding the importance of following standard operating procedures (SOPs) are preferred.
A quality and customer mindset is preferred.
Academic and/or industry experience working with advanced materials is preferred.

About Niron

Niron Magnetics is commercializing the first new magnetic material in decades powered by its breakthrough material formulation and advanced manufacturing process. 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.

Whatyou’lldo

As aTechnician,Analytical Lab,youwill perform sample preparation andoperateanalytical equipment for advanced materials analysis. The input material is a nano material composed of ironnitrideused for making bulk permanent magnets.

Preparation steps will largely be performed using a glove box inert environment because the nano iron nitride powders used to make the samples are unstable in air. This requires physical dexterity inside the glove box, precise measurements of mass in the glove box, handling of epoxies in the glove box, and detailed work organization

Operate a variety of analytical equipment such as x-ray diffractometer (XRD), vibrating sample magnetometer (VSM), oxygen-nitrogen-hydrogen (ONH) analyzer, BET specific surface area analyzer, Hysteresis Graph, SAXS, and laser diffractometer for particle size distribution analysis

Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) provided by Niron for carefully developed measurement methods

Although SOPs must be followed, this individual will be encouraged to suggest improvements to the procedures, develop and implement these improvements, and document them if adopted by Niron

Determine optimal scheduling to ensure samples are prepared and measured in a timely fashion

Perform all duties according to Niron’s Safety Program

Whatwe’relooking for

2-year degree in technical fieldrequired

Excellent hands-on skills and ability tooperatelab equipment

Strong attention to detail

Must be highly collaborative and able to work within a diverse team environment

At least 3 years of industry experience

Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Preferredqualifications

Bachelor’s degree inan engineeringfield

5+ years of industry experience

Experience with 6S programs

Experience with ISO inmanufacturingenvironment with understanding of the importance of following standard operating procedures (SOPs)

Quality and customer mindset

Academic and/or industry experience working with advanced materials

Ourpay and benefits

Salary: $22 - $35 hourly, depending on education,experienceand 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

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About the Company

Niron Magnetics

Manufactures sustainable high-performance permanent magnets

Niron Magnetics makes sustainable, high-performance permanent magnets for devices, motors, and generators. It uses Clean Earth Magnet technology to mass-produce magnets from abundant materials by altering the crystal structure of Iron Nitride through nanomaterial engineering and established metallurgical methods. This creates magnets that perform as well as or better than traditional magnets while reducing reliance on rare earth elements and lowering environmental impact, with a focus on stable, cost-effective manufacturing. The company differentiates itself by offering a greener, more affordable alternative to rare earth magnets, aiming to scale magnet production for widespread use in consumer, industrial, and automotive applications.

Company size: 51-200
Company stage: Debt Financing
Total funding: $322.6M
Headquarters: Minneapolis, MN
Founded: 2014

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