Electra · 11 hours ago
Senior Manufacturing Engineer
Boulder, CO
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$100K/yr - $137K/yr
8+ years expElectra is transforming the heavy industry with innovative technology and is looking for a Senior Manufacturing Engineer to lead the development and optimization of electrochemical cell manufacturing processes. This role involves solving complex production challenges and mentoring junior engineers while ensuring alignment with safety and operational efficiency objectives.
MiningIndustrialManufacturingRenewable EnergyIndustrial ManufacturingPrecious Metals
Responsibilities
Lead the definition, development, and continuous improvement of complex electrochemical cell manufacturing processes to support demonstration plant operations and early production targets
Apply in-depth manufacturing and electrochemical process knowledge to resolve multifaceted technical and operational challenges, considering performance, quality, cost, safety, and scalability
Determine appropriate manufacturing methods, tooling strategies, and process controls for new and evolving production requirements, exercising judgment in the adaptation of complex techniques
Own manufacturing process workflows, production layouts, and material flows, ensuring alignment with safety, throughput, and operational efficiency objectives
Design, build, and validate complex fixtures, jigs, and assembly tooling to enable repeatable fabrication, assembly, and inspection
Drive manufacturing process standardization through the development and maintenance of SOPs, work instructions, and controlled documentation
Perform and lead root cause analysis and corrective action efforts for manufacturing, yield, and quality issues, advising stakeholders on technically complex matters
Review and influence part and assembly designs through DFM and DFA feedback, guiding Design Engineering toward manufacturable, cost-effective solutions
Collaborate across disciplines (Design Engineering, Quality, Operations, Supply Chain) to resolve interdependent issues and ensure manufacturing readiness
Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior engineers, technicians, and machinists; lead internal projects without direct people management responsibility
Utilize CAD or SolidWorks to develop detailed component, assembly, and tooling designs for in-house and external manufacturing
Interface with external vendors and internal partners to support fabrication strategy, quality expectations, and production timelines
Represents Manufacturing in cross-functional and external technical discussions, advising stakeholders on complex manufacturing topics
Operate with a safety-first mindset and ensure manufacturing processes comply with all health, safety, and company policies
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in manufacturing engineering, mechanical engineering, or related field; equivalent combination of related education and experience considered
8+ years of related experience (excluding internships, co-ops, and other school projects)
Demonstrated success leading complex manufacturing process development efforts with minimal supervision
Advanced understanding of manufacturing process design, electrochemical systems, and production readiness
Proven ability to evaluate complex variables, select appropriate methods, and adapt advanced techniques to achieve results
Strong experience with DFM, DFA, GD&T (ASME Y14.5), and part drawing review
Proficiency in CAD for complex mechanical, fixture, and tooling design
Experience developing SOPs, standardized workflows, and scalable manufacturing processes
Strong analytical skills and experience leading RCA/CAPA efforts in manufacturing environments
Effective communicator with the ability to influence without authority and tailor messaging to diverse stakeholders
Demonstrated ability to mentor junior staff and provide technical leadership
Comfortable networking and collaborating beyond immediate functional expertise
Highly organized, adaptable, and effective in a fast-paced startup environment
Preferred
Master's degree manufacturing engineering, mechanical engineering, or related field
Proficiency in SolidWorks
Experience supporting pilot lines, demonstration plants, or early production manufacturing environments
Background in flow batteries, electrolyzers, fuel cells, or related electrochemical technologies
Experience with production layout planning, capacity planning, and equipment selection
Strong hands-on fabrication experience (machining, welding, assembly)
Passion for sustainability and advancing innovative, disruptive energy technologies
Benefits
100% paid premiums across all medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, short-term disability, long-term disability, and basic life insurance plans
Reasonable use PTO
$1,800 in annual employer HSA contributions (health savings account)
100% paid premiums across all medical, dental, vision, and telemedicine plans
12 weeks of paid parental leave
401k with up to 5% matching contributions which vest 100% on day one
Eligibility for incentive stock options
Company
Electra
Electra is a a clean iron company that uses a low-temperature, electrochemical-hydrometallurgical system to refine iron ore.
51-200 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$349.51MKey Investors
Breakthrough Energy CatalystCapricorn Investment Group,Temasek HoldingsBloombergNEF
2025-10-21Grant· $50M
2025-04-24Series B· $186M
2023-04-17Grant
Leadership Team
Sandeep Nijhawan
CEO and Co-founder
Dan Steingart
Advisor/Chief Scientist
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