Process Scientist II
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Job Location:
Boulder, CO - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 90000 - 105000
Posted on:
14 hours 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:
As a Process Scientist II on the Process Hydrometallurgy team you will focus on developing and optimizing chemical processing steps for Electras clean iron process. The majority of your time will be spent performing experiments in the lab and analyzing or presenting the collected data
Responsibilities include:
- Independently design assemble and perform novel bench-scale experiments to test and define new process steps
- Guide projects from start to finish with senior oversight; make day-to-day decisions on project execution
- Collect and synthesize lab data to provide answers to key questions and identify next steps
- Summarize and present experimental results clearly and concisely to other teams after review by more experienced 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:
- Bachelors degree in Chemical Engineering Mining/Metallurgical Engineering or Chemistry
- 2 years of experience with chemical processing in a laboratory or plant environment (excluding internships co-ops or other school projects)
- Hands-on experience designing building and performing chemical experiments
- Strong understanding of chemical and engineering fundamentals
- Demonstrated experience designing setting up and troubleshooting chemical processing equipment and experiments
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
- Ability to analyze experimental data draw conclusions and communicate results effectively
- Develops professional expertise and applies company policies and procedures to resolve a variety of issues
- Determines a course of action based on guidelines and modifies processes and methods as required
- Works on problems of moderate scope which are often varied and routine where analysis of situations or data requires a review of a variety of factors
- Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action
- Applies learned techniques and contributes to analysis and investigation to solve problems
- Normally receives little instruction on day-to-day work and general instructions on new assignments
- Builds productive internal and external working relationships to resolve mutual problems by collaborating on procedures or transactions
- Focuses on providing standard professional advice and creating initial reports and analyses for review by experienced team professionals
What we want you to bring to the team:
- Masters degree in Chemical Engineering Mining/Metallurgical Engineering or Chemistry
- 3 years of experience in a laboratory or plant environment
- Direct experience with hydrometallurgical unit operations
- Experience with both bench-top experimentation and commercial-scale operations
- Experience guiding projects and making decisions on daily work
Compensation:
- The anticipated starting pay range for this position is $90000-$105000 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.
Key Skills
- Laboratory Experience
- Immunoassays
- Machine Learning
- Biochemistry
- Assays
- Research Experience
- Spectroscopy
- Research & Development
- cGMP
- Cell Culture
- Molecular Biology
- Data Analysis Skills
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
