What you’ll do

We are seeking a Senior Chemical Engineer to take technical ownership of the utility and support systems that enable our production processes. You will be a member of the Process Engineering team but work closely with facilities, equipment, and EHS teams. This role is ideal for an engineer who enjoys hands-on problem solving, system design, and ensuring safe, reliable operation of gas and liquid handling infrastructure.

This is a unique opportunity to join a fast-growing pre-revenue company where you will take ownership of critical engineering projects right away, with the potential to grow into broader technical and team leadership responsibilities over time.

Roles and Responsibilities

Ensure safe, compliant, and reliable design, installation, modification, and operation of utility and support systems that interface with chemical processes, including those involving hazardous gases, treatment systems, and recycle routes

Lead or support utility‑related projects from concept through commissioning, including design input, vendor engagement, contractor coordination, installation oversight, and system qualification

Conduct engineering evaluations, safety reviews, and hazard assessments to ensure systems meet internal and regulatory expectations

Troubleshoot utility and process‑support systems, perform root‑cause analysis, and implement corrective and preventive actions

Identify and drive improvements in system reliability, performance, maintainability, and capacity

Develop, revise, and maintain engineering documentation such as P&IDs, piping layouts, specifications, and standards

Collaborate with Process Engineering, Facilities, Equipment, and EHS teams to align utility capabilities with production needs and safety requirements

Contribute to long‑term planning for utility infrastructure, including upgrades, expansions, and standardization

What we are looking for

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering field

Experience working with fluid or mechanical systems in an industrial, R&D, or manufacturing environment

Ability to develop, revise, and markup engineering drawings (P&IDs, piping layouts, specifications)

Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot systems and apply sound engineering judgment

Experience coordinating with contractors, vendors, or external service providers

Experience applying Process Safety Management practices, including hazard analysis, formal change management, and safe system design, startup, and operation

Effective communication skills and ability to collaborate across engineering, operations, facilities, and EHS teams

Ability to manage multiple tasks or projects with minimal oversight

Exposure to commissioning, startup, or qualification of new equipment or infrastructure

Understanding of reliability concepts, maintenance strategies, or engineering standards

Knowledge of relevant engineering codes or industry practices

Our pay and benefits

$110,000 – $150,000, depending on experience

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

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