Process Scientist I

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:  

As a Process Scientist I on the Process Metallurgy team, you will focus on developing and optimizing chemical processing steps for Electra’s clean iron process. The majority of your time will be spent in the lab performing experiments and characterizing products and raw materials 

Responsibilities include:

• Setup and perform novel bench-scale experiments to test and define new process steps under the direction of senior scientists 
• Perform routine chemical analysis using standardized procedures 
• Analyze lab data to provide answers to key questions with support from other team members 
• Summarize and present experimental results clearly and concisely to other team members 
• Support general lab operations and maintenance as needed 
• 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:   

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering, mining or metallurgical engineering, chemistry, or a related field
• 1+ years of experience testing chemical processes in a laboratory environment (excluding internships, co-ops and academic projects)
• Demonstrates the ability to apply basic professional concepts and problem-solving techniques to define and resolve routine issues
• Works on problems of limited scope, following standard practices and procedures to analyze situations or data where answers are readily obtainable
• Determines a course of action based on established guidelines and receives general instruction on work and new assignments
• Work is reviewed periodically based on defined procedures or precedent
• Develops stable working relationships internally and exchanges standard information with colleagues, supervisors, project leaders, and team members
• Demonstrates the ability to perform basic calculations, including stoichiometry unit conversions and solution preparation
• Willingness to troubleshoot chemical processing equipment and experimental setups
• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to following procedures and accurately documenting data
• Comfortable working independently as well as collaboratively within cross-functional teams
• Adaptable to changing processes, responsibilities, and project priorities
• Demonstrates the ability to analyze experimental data, draw conclusions, and communicate results clearly
• Proficient in or able to quickly learn Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, OneDrive, and SharePoint