Who we are:
Electra is electrifying ironmaking to decarbonize steelmaking and eliminate 3.7 gigatons or 10% of global CO2 emissions. Leveraging proven industrial-scale electrochemical and hydrometallurgical processes, and backed by leading sustainability-focused venture capitalists, our team is developing lower cost, scalable solutions utilizing intermittent renewable energy to forge a cleaner, greener future for the trillion-dollar steel industry.
With a uniquely collaborative culture, endless passion for developing disruptive technologies, and the opportunity to revolutionize carbon-intensive manufacturing industries, careers at Electra offer challenge, reward, and the chance to bring to market solutions that dramatically improve the health of the planet.
What you will do:
As a Process Technician I on the Process Engineering team, you will contribute to the building of equipment and the testing of chemical and hydrometallurgical processes across a variety of scales, from bench-scale proof-of-concept to Electra’s iron-refining pilot plant.
In this role you will:
- Operate a variety of chemical/hydrometallurgical process equipment, including pumps, mixers, filtration, heat exchangers, and conveyors
- Collect data from experiments and perform analytical chemistry techniques, such as titration, pH measurement, and sample preparation
- Collaborate with mechanical and electrical engineers to implement new processes and automate existing ones
- Analyze results to make decisions and inform design work
- Commission and troubleshoot new equipment
- Develop and execute standard operating procedures
- Maintain a safe working environment and lead safety assessments of new equipment and operations
- Other duties as assigned
What we need you to bring to the team:
- Associate's degree in a science or engineering field, or an equivalent combination of related education and experience
- 2 years of related industry experience in an R&D or chemical production environment
- Experience implementing safety measures for gas- and liquid-based processes
- Hands-on experience operating and/or modifying chemical process equipment
- Familiarity with fluid power systems (pumps, valves, heat exchange equipment, etc.)
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
- Ability to communicate findings
What we want you to bring to the team:
- Experience with power tools and light fabrication to build custom apparatus
- Experience with analytical chemistry techniques such as titration, pH measurement, and sample preparation
Physical requirements:
- Ability to stand/sit for extended periods of time
- Ability to lift up to 25 pounds
- Ability to operate the following equipment and tools: basic hand and power tools such as wrenches, drills, and saws
Compensation:
- The anticipated starting pay range for this position is $24.00-$34.00 per hour and may be more or less depending upon skills, experience, and education
Benefits for you:
- 100% paid premiums across all medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, short-term disability, long-term disability, and basic life insurance plans
- Generous PTO
- $150 per month in employer HSA contributions (health savings account)
Benefits for your family:
- 100% paid premiums across all medical, dental, vision, and telemedicine plans
- $300 per month in employer HSA contributions (health savings account)
- 12 weeks of paid parental leave and flexible return-to-work options
Benefits for your future:
- 401(k) with up to 5% matching contributions which vest 100% on day one
- Eligibility for incentive stock options
