Senior Electrical & Instrumentation Technician
Boulder, CO - USA
Job Summary
Who we are:
Electra isreinventing ironmaking from the ground upwitha breakthroughelectrochemical technology that produceshigh purityclean iron and critical co-minerals. With two operating pilots in Boulderanda new demonstration facilityunderwayin Jefferson Countywereon track to reach commercial scale by the end of the decade. Backed by over $300 million and strategic partnerships with global leaders across mining steel and big tech momentum is on our side.Recognized by Fast Company as a Most Innovative Company and a Next Big Thing in Tech and named one of TIMEs 100 Climate Leaderswerebuilding a company shaping the future of industry.Ifyourelooking to make an impact and join a teamthatsdriven focused and scaling we want to hear from you.
What you will do:
Electra isseekinga highly skilled safety-focused Electrical & InstrumentationTechnician tosupport installation commissioning maintenance troubleshooting and optimization of industrial electrical instrumentation and control systems across its production facility. This role is critical to ensuring safe production reliable automationaccuratedata acquisition and operational readiness in a fast-paced startup and commissioning environment. Technicians work with minimal supervision and senior-level individuals may mentor or train other electrical and instrumentation personnel.
Responsibilities include:
- Safely perform removal repair installation testing and commissioning of electrical and instrumentation systems and components
- Install calibratemaintain and troubleshoot industrial instrumentation including flow meters sensors transmitters analyzers transducers and weigh scales
- Perform advanced electrical and control system troubleshooting failure analysis and root-cause investigations to minimize downtime
- Execute loop checks signal testing I/O checkout and system diagnostics during commissioning startup and maintenance activities
- Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on substations power distribution systems switchgear MCCs motors motor controls and AC/DC drives
- Install configure commission troubleshoot and replace Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)
- Installoperate maintain and troubleshoot industrial rectifier systems including DC power distribution cooling systems interlocks controls and protective devices
- Diagnose rectifier-related faults such as abnormal voltage/current conditions grounding issues cooling failures and control faults
- Support commissioning startup shutdown and operational troubleshooting of rectifier systems
- Assistwith configuration and limited programming support of PLCs HMIs SCADA and DCS platforms
- Maintainaccuratedocumentation including calibration records wiring diagrams loop drawings rectifier settings and as-built updates
- Follow all SOPs lockout/tagout procedures and electrical safety requirements
- Participate in safety environmental preventive maintenance and continuous improvement programs
- Mentor or train junior electrical and instrumentation employees as assigned
What we need you to bring to the team:
- High school degree or equivalent
- 8 years of industrial electrical/fixed plant electrician experience; OR completion of a Certified Electronics Electrical or Instrumentation (typically 4-year program) and four (4) years of industrial electrical and/or instrumentation experience; OR an associate degree or trade certification with six (6) years of relevant experience
- The ability to read P&IDs schematics and technical manuals isrequired
- Advanced ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex electrical instrumentation and control system issues including root cause analysis and non-routine problem solving
- Strong working knowledge of industrial power distribution systems motor controls VFDs instrumentation and process control systems
- Ability to read and interpret P&IDs electrical schematics loop diagrams and technical manuals to execute work and diagnose issues effectively
- Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision determineappropriate methodsfor new assignments and provide guidance or mentorship to junior team members
- Experience with VFDs PLCs HMIs SCADA systems rectifiers and AC/DC control systems
- Experience with 480-volt motor control switchgear and controls
What we want you to bring to the team:
- Experience medium-voltage equipment
- Experience working in chemical or metallurgical processing environments.
Compensation:
- The anticipated starting pay range for this position is $40.00-$52.00 per hour 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
- $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:
Senior IC
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