Associate Director, Mechanical and Automation Engineer
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Job Location:
Boulder, CO - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 150000 - 174000
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Who we are:
Were transforming one of the worlds 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 2024s Next Big Things in Tech Electra is scaling rapidly and were looking for bold driven individuals to help us reshape the future of iron production. If youre ready to make a real impact in a company thats redefining heavy industry for a cleaner smarter world we want to hear from you.
What you will do:
The Associate Director Mechanical and Automation Engineer leads Electras engineering strategy and execution for industrial plant design development and scale-up from demonstration through full commercial deployment. This role is responsible for the design optimization and integration of complex mechanical systems that underpin Electras green iron production process.
You will guide a multidisciplinary team and collaborate closely with senior leadership to ensure engineering excellence operational scalability and alignment with Electras long-term sustainability goals
Responsibilities include:
- Partner with senior leadership to define and execute the industrial plant engineering roadmap aligned with Electras strategic objectives
- Lead mentor and develop a team of mechanical and multidisciplinary engineers driving high performance and professional growth
- Oversee mechanical civil and structural engineering design performed internally or by external partners ensuring alignment with company standards and technical requirements
- Integrate new technologies developed internally into scalable plant systems
- Drive cross-functional collaboration across R&D Operations and Manufacturing to deliver seamless plant design and integration
- Foster a culture of innovation collaboration and continuous improvement
- Lead the design validation and optimization of industrial and automation systems for green iron production to meet performance cost and sustainability goals
- Manage engineering projects from concept through commissioning ensuring scope schedule and budget adherence
- Provide executive-level updates and recommendations on project risks tradeoffs and performance metrics
- Champion engineering best practices in system design documentation and validation
- Support root-cause analysis and troubleshooting of complex plant systems
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance plant reliability efficiency and safety
- Provide oversight of departmental budgets timelines and resource planning
- Model and promote a strong safety culture across all teams and projects
What we need you to bring to the team:
- Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline
- 12 years of industry experience in mechanical or process engineering within industrial manufacturing or energy environments
- 5 years of leadership experience managing engineering teams and large-scale system-level projects
- Proven track record in scaling industrial plant systems from pilot to commercial operations
- Strong understanding of system integration testing and validation principles
- Demonstrated ability to translate strategic objectives into actionable engineering programs
- Experience managing multidisciplinary teams covering mechanical civil structural and automation disciplines
- Proficiency in CAD FEA and other relevant engineering tools (e.g. MATLAB).
- Executive presence with strong communication decision-making and stakeholder management skills
- Advanced project management and organizational abilities to handle multiple concurrent priorities
- Calm under pressure with a solutions-driven approach
What we want you to bring to the team:
- Masters degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
- 15 years of experience in mechanical/process engineering for industrial systems including mineral processing chemical or energy plants.
- Experience leading large multidisciplinary engineering teams with system-level project responsibility.
- Proven track record in scaling pilot plants to commercial production with automation integration.
- Hands-on experience with CAD FEA MATLAB 3D scanning and vision system integration for industrial machinery.
Preferred / Nice-to-Have:
Experience with Lean 6Sigma DFSS APQP PFMEA and continuous improvement programs.
Background in heavy equipment fluid handling thermal systems and electromechanical controls.
Proven experience integrating ERP/PLM systems for engineering release validation and change management.
ISO9001/AS9100/IATF16949/FDA compliant operations and regulatory expertise.
Compensation:
- The anticipated starting pay range for this position is $150000-$174000 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
- Reasonable use PTO
- $1800 in annual employer HSA contributions(health savings account)
Benefits For Your Family:
- 100% paid premiums across all medical dental vision and telemedicine plans
- 12 weeks of paid parental leave
Benefits For Your Future:
- 401k with up to 5% matching contributions which vest 100% on day one
- Eligibility for incentive stock options
If you need an accommodation during the application or interview process reach out to us atWerehere to help.
Required Experience:
Director
Key Skills
- Continuous Integration
- APIs
- Automotive software
- Test Cases
- Electrical Engineering
- Junit
- Distributed Control Systems
- Testng
- Java
- Test Automation
- Programmable Logic Controllers
- Selenium
About Company
Electra has been partnered with renowned lighting, ventilation, wiring accessories, and electrical system manufacturers since 1965. Our manufacturers and suppliers are known for their quality, creativity, and technical excellence. We have a track record of advising, supplying, and ser ... View more
