Who we are:  We're transforming one of the world’s oldest industries with cutting-edge technology and an innovative approach. Backed by top-tier investors and recognized by Time as one of the "best Inventions of 2024" and Fast Company as one of 2024's "Next Big Things in Tech", Electra is scaling rapidly, and we're looking for bold, driven individuals to help us reshape the future of iron production. If you're ready to make a real impact in a company that's redefining heavy industry for a cleaner, smarter world, we want to hear from you.What you will do:  Electra is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Level II Test Technician to support the testing and validation of materials, components, and systems in a laboratory and pilot-scale environment. This role involves hands-on execution of test protocols, data collection, equipment maintenance, and collaboration with engineering and R&amp;D teams. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background, experience with lab instrumentation, and a commitment to safety and quality.Responsibilities include:<ul><li>Perform routine and advanced testing of materials and components according to established procedures and protocols</li><li>Operate, calibrate, and maintain laboratory and pilot-scale equipment</li><li>Record and analyze test data, identify anomalies, and report findings to engineering and scientific teams</li><li>Assist in the development and refinement of test methods and procedures</li><li>Troubleshoot equipment and process issues during testing</li><li>Maintain accurate documentation, including test logs, calibration records, and safety checklists</li><li>Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards</li><li>Support continuous improvement initiatives in testing workflows and lab operations</li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support product development and process optimization</li></ul>What we need you to bring to the team:   <ul><li>Associate degree or technical diploma in engineering technology, materials science, chemistry, or a related field with</li><li>3+ years of experience in a laboratory, manufacturing, or testing environment</li><li>Hands-on experience with mechanical, electrical, or chemical testing equipment and familiarity with standard testing procedures and data collection methods</li><li>Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and specifications with strong attention to detail and organizational skills</li><li>Basic proficiency in data analysis and reporting tools such as Excel or LIMS, and the ability to prepare accurate documentation and reports</li><li>Effective communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to interact with individuals across teams in a professional and tactful manner</li><li>Ability to follow SOPs, work independently with minimal supervision, and apply common sense and prior experience to select the best option from defined procedures and solutions</li><li>Experience working on semi-routine assignments where problems are generally known and defined, with occasional need for fact-finding to resolve issues</li><li>Demonstrated ability to contribute to team goals through personal accountability and effort, with impact typically at the immediate team level and occasionally in customer-facing roles</li></ul><div><div>What we want you to bring to the team:   <ul><li>5+ years of experience in a laboratory, manufacturing, or testing environment with exposure to pilot plant operations or scale-up testing</li><li>Experience in battery materials, metallurgy, or chemical process testing with familiarity in automated testing systems and data acquisition tools</li><li>Knowledge of statistical process control (SPC) and quality assurance practices, with the ability to apply defined and documented processes to ensure accuracy and compliance</li><li>Ability to adapt solutions for related problems in varied situations, requiring fact-finding and analysis to determine the most appropriate response</li><li>Proven track record of delivering high-quality and timely results with accountability for own work and minimal supervision, receiving only general instruction on new assignments</li><li>Demonstrated ability to work effectively in fast-paced, innovation-driven environments while up-skilling or supporting new team members as needed</li></ul> Compensation:   <ul><li>The anticipated starting pay range for this position is $25-$28 per hour and may be more or less depending upon skills, experience, and education </li></ul> Benefits For You:  <ul><li>100% paid premiums across all medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, short-term disability, long-term disability, and basic life insurance plans </li><li>$1,800 in annual employer HSA contributions (health savings account) </li></ul> Benefits For Your Family:  <ul><li>100% paid premiums across all medical, dental, vision, and telemedicine plans </li><li>12 weeks of paid parental leave </li></ul> Benefits For Your Future:  <ul><li>401k with up to 5% matching contributions which vest 100% on day one  </li><li>Eligibility for incentive stock options </li></ul>If you need an accommodation during the application or interview process, reach out to us at <a href="mailto:careers@electra.earth">careers@electra.earth</a> We’re here to help.</div></div>

Electra is decarbonizing iron and steelmaking to eliminate 3.7 gigatons or 10% of global carbon dioxide 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 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.

Test Technician II

Who we are:&nbsp;&nbsp;We're transforming one of the world’s oldest industries with cutting-edge technology and an innovative approach. Backed by top-tier investors and recognized by Time as one of the "best Inventions of 2024" and Fast Company as one of 2024's "Next Big Things in Tech", Electra is scaling rapidly, and we're looking for bold, driven individuals to help us reshape the future of iron production. If you're ready to make a real impact in a company that's redefining heavy industry for a cleaner, smarter world, we want to hear from you.What you will do: &nbsp;Electra is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Level II Test Technician to support the testing and validation of materials, components, and systems in a laboratory and pilot-scale environment. This role involves hands-on execution of test protocols, data collection, equipment maintenance, and collaboration with engineering and R&amp;D teams. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background, experience with lab instrumentation, and a commitment to safety and quality.Responsibilities include:<ul><li>Perform routine and advanced testing of materials and components according to established procedures and protocols</li><li>Operate, calibrate, and maintain laboratory and pilot-scale equipment</li><li>Record and analyze test data, identify anomalies, and report findings to engineering and scientific teams</li><li>Assist in the development and refinement of test methods and procedures</li><li>Troubleshoot equipment and process issues during testing</li><li>Maintain accurate documentation, including test logs, calibration records, and safety checklists</li><li>Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards</li><li>Support continuous improvement initiatives in testing workflows and lab operations</li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support product development and process optimization</li></ul>What we need you to bring to the team:&nbsp; &nbsp;<ul><li>Associate degree or technical diploma in engineering technology, materials science, chemistry, or a related field with</li><li>3+ years of experience in a laboratory, manufacturing, or testing environment</li><li>Hands-on experience with mechanical, electrical, or chemical testing equipment and familiarity with standard testing procedures and data collection methods</li><li>Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and specifications with strong attention to detail and organizational skills</li><li>Basic proficiency in data analysis and reporting tools such as Excel or LIMS, and the ability to prepare accurate documentation and reports</li><li>Effective communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to interact with individuals across teams in a professional and tactful manner</li><li>Ability to follow SOPs, work independently with minimal supervision, and apply common sense and prior experience to select the best option from defined procedures and solutions</li><li>Experience working on semi-routine assignments where problems are generally known and defined, with occasional need for fact-finding to resolve issues</li><li>Demonstrated ability to contribute to team goals through personal accountability and effort, with impact typically at the immediate team level and occasionally in customer-facing roles</li></ul><div><div>What we want you to bring to the team:&nbsp; &nbsp;<ul><li>5+ years of experience in a laboratory, manufacturing, or testing environment with exposure to pilot plant operations or scale-up testing</li><li>Experience in battery materials, metallurgy, or chemical process testing with familiarity in automated testing systems and data acquisition tools</li><li>Knowledge of statistical process control (SPC) and quality assurance practices, with the ability to apply defined and documented processes to ensure accuracy and compliance</li><li>Ability to adapt solutions for related problems in varied situations, requiring fact-finding and analysis to determine the most appropriate response</li><li>Proven track record of delivering high-quality and timely results with accountability for own work and minimal supervision, receiving only general instruction on new assignments</li><li>Demonstrated ability to work effectively in fast-paced, innovation-driven environments while up-skilling or supporting new team members as needed</li></ul>&nbsp;Compensation:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<ul><li>The anticipated starting pay range for this position is $25-$28 per hour and may be more or less depending upon skills, experience, and education&nbsp;</li></ul>&nbsp;Benefits For You: &nbsp;<ul><li>100% paid premiums across all medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, short-term disability, long-term disability, and basic life insurance plans&nbsp;</li><li>$1,800 in annual employer HSA contributions&nbsp;(health savings account)&nbsp;</li></ul>&nbsp;Benefits For Your Family: &nbsp;<ul><li>100% paid premiums across all medical, dental, vision, and telemedicine plans&nbsp;</li><li>12 weeks of paid parental leave&nbsp;</li></ul>&nbsp;Benefits For Your Future:&nbsp;&nbsp;<ul><li>401k with up to 5% matching contributions which vest 100% on day one&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Eligibility for incentive stock options&nbsp;</li></ul>If you need an accommodation during the application or interview process, reach out to us at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:careers@electra.earth">careers@electra.earth</a>&nbsp;We’re&nbsp;here to help.</div></div>&nbsp;

Test Technician II

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