Who we are:
Electra is reinventing iron production to tackle the nearly 10% of global carbon dioxide emissions produced from iron and steelmaking. Its patented process uses chemistry and renewable energy to transform a variety of grades of iron ore into environmentally responsible pure iron at scale. By maximizing the value of Earth’s resources and minimizing our environmental footprint and carbon emissions, Electra is forging a green future from the ground up. With a collaborative culture and passion for disrupting the status quo, careers at Electra offer challenge, reward, and the opportunity to bring to market solutions that dramatically improve the health of the planet.
What you will do:
As a Process Technician II on the Process Engineering team, you will contribute to the building of equipment and the testing of chemical processes across a variety of scales, from bench to Electra's iron-refining pilot plant.
In this role you will:
- Operate a variety of chemical process equipment, including pumps, mixers, filtration, heat exchangers, and conveyors
- Collect data from experiments and perform analytical techniques, such as titration, pH measurement, and sample preparation
- Collaborate with engineers to implement new processes and improve existing ones
- 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
- Analyze results to make decisions and inform design work
-
Read, understand, and comply with all workplace health and safety policies, safe work practices, and company policies and procedures
-
Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor
What we need you to bring to the team:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 1-2 years of industry experience in an R&D or chemical production environment (excludes internships, co-ops, and other school projects)
- 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:
- Associate's degree in a science or engineering field
- 3+ years of industry experience in an R&D or chemical production environment (excludes internships, co-ops, and other school projects)
- Experience with power tools and light fabrication to build custom hardware
- 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 $26.00 - $32.00 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 in per month 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
