Senior Electromagnetic Engineer, Motor Design

Niron Magnetics is scaling 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 will drive innovation in various industries. 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 learn alongside amazing people, solve complex problems, and leave a legacy? Join our team.

What you’ll do

As a Senior Electromagentic Engineer – Motor Design, you will be critical team member to develop high-performing electric motors designs using Iron Nitride Magnets. We have a once-in-a-generation new magnetic material. We are building a world-class motor team, and we are looking for its founding members.

• Technical Expertise and Design
  • Design and optimize electric motors (including permanent magnet motors) using advanced electromagnetic simulation tools
  • Analyze magnetic circuits, flux paths, and torque production to meet performance targets
  • Evaluate the impact of magnetic materials on motor performance and efficiency
  • Document detailed designs, test reports and processes

• Modeling and Testing
  • Use FEA tools (e.g., ANSYS Maxwell, JMAG, Motor-CAD) to simulate electromagnetic behavior.
  • Perform thermal and loss analysis to ensure reliability and compliance with design specifications
  • Collaborate to build and test motor prototypes
  • Interpret data to validate and refine design

• Cross-functional collaboration
  • Collaborate cross-functionally magnet and motor design teams to ensure alignment between motor-level and material-level performance

What we’re looking for

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electromagnetic Engineering or related field
• Minimum of 5 years of hands-on electric motor design experience with focus on electromagnetic analysis
• Experience with application-based motor design software tools (e.g., ANSYS Maxwell, Motor-CAD, JMAG, COMSOL)
• Familiarity with thermal modeling and mechanical integration
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
• Effective written and verbal communication skills that adapt to the audience (e.g., internal vs. customers)

Our pay and benefits

• Salary: $100,000 - $140,000 annually, depending on experience, education, 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