Process Technician II

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 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 of 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/pr 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