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What   you’ll   do Niron Magnetics is seeking a   Senior Manager, Applications Engineering. The position will   initially   report to   the Senior Director   of Commercial and will   be responsible for   leading Niron’s Applications Engineering team to unlock new end markets and enable a highly technical business development process.   This individual will play a pivotal role in   building   an Applications team   to   design applications with Niron’s magnets to   secure   customer commitments.   The ideal candidate brings deep experience in the magnetic materials   and / or motors   industries   and is energized by early-stage, high-growth environments. This is a senior,   player‑coach   role responsible for setting applications   strategy and   ensuring successful execution through a small, highly technical team. While this role is not expected to personally design every motor, it is expected to provide deep technical direction, unblock complex design challenges, and represent Niron as a trusted technical authority to customers. Develop and Execute   Applications Engineering   Plan • Define applications‑led market segmentation, positioning, and value propositions that translate material advantages into device‑level performance and customer ROI. • Prioritize applications and customer engagements based on technical readiness, development effort, and time‑to‑revenue. • Establish standard application frameworks, reference designs, and design rules that accelerate customer adoption. Drive Commercial Outcomes • Partner with Business Development to convert technical engagement into design wins, LOIs, and   long‑term   supply commitments. • Influence customer qualification,   design‑in, and commercialization timelines through technical leadership. • Help shape   customer‑specific   business cases by articulating performance, cost, and sustainability advantages of Iron Nitride magnets. Lead Applications Engineering Team • Lead   team responsible for Niron’s internal technical   expertise   on motors and other devices that make use of magnetic materials. • Have oversight of projects to design, build,   and   validate   electric machines that deliver the most competitive device performance using Iron Nitride magnets. • Coordinate activities of Applications Engineers supporting Business Development with Iron Nitride design best practices and customer design support. • Recruit, develop, and mentor Applications Engineers; build the team and capability   required   to support Niron’s scale‑up. • Establish clear technical standards, project prioritization, and performance expectations across the team. Cross-Functional Leadership and Alignment • Interface   closely with   Business Development & Marketing to engage & secure accounts. • Interface with   R&D, Manufacturing,   to design   motors   based on customer specs in close coordination. • Serve as   a   voice-of-customer in internal roadmap planning and investment prioritization. What   We’re   Looking For • 10+ years of experience in applications engineering, electric machine design, technical strategy, or customer‑facing technical leadership roles. • Demonstrated experience building, leading, and developing high‑performing technical teams; experience hiring senior technical talent preferred. • Direct experience in the magnetic materials   and / or motor   industries   (preferred). • Strong understanding of how magnetic materials impact end-product design and performance. • Proven ability to   set   go-to-market strategy and define compelling value propositions for new materials then   successfully designed into products. • Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills. • Strong organizational and analytical capabilities; able to synthesize feedback and prioritize efforts. • Familiarity with CRM tools and sales operations best practices. • Comfortable with travel (10–20%) to engage customers and attend industry events. Nice to Have • Advanced technical degree. • Experience helping build or scale a business development function in a startup or emerging technology company. • Passion for clean tech, deep tech, or sustainable materials innovation. Our   pay and benefits • Salary   $135,000-190,000 • 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 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.