Process Technician

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