Test Technician III

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.

Electra is seeking a skilled Test Technician to support process development and deployment. This role involves conducting tests, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring diverse test systems meet performance and reliability standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background, data analysis skills, and a problem-solving mindset.

Responsibilities include:

• Perform diagnostic tests and evaluate electrical/mechanical/fluidic systems to ensure compliance with specifications

• Ability to be effective in a dynamic research environment where attention to detail, responding to change, and dealing with ambiguity are essential

• Set up and operate testing equipment, tools, and instrumentation

• Strong understanding of test data, ability to interpret, and prepare presentation materials

• Uses data, technical proficiency, and problem-solving tools to advance testing and application of tests to improve processes

• Assist engineering teams with troubleshooting and identifying root causes of failures

• Works with engineering teams to set appropriate specifications, standards, or best practices

• Collaborate with other departments to refine testing procedures and improve quality

• Support prototype development, validation, and verification processes

• Assist in commissioning and troubleshooting new equipment

• Execute standard operating procedures, including fluid transfers, pH measurements, conductivity readings, and chemical titrations

• 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:

• 5+ years of experience in a testing environment with hands-on experience using testing equipment, procedures, and instrumentation

• Proficiency in data logging, reporting software, and interpreting technical drawings, schematics, and test protocols

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to adapt solutions when encountering varied but generally similar problems

• Ability to conduct fact-finding to fully understand issues and determine the most appropriate response

• Demonstrated ability to work independently with little instruction on daily assignments and general guidance on new tasks

• Proven track record of delivering high-quality, timely work with accountability for results at the team or department level

• Effective communication and teamwork skills with the ability to exchange technical information clearly with knowledgeable colleagues, clients, or customers

• Experience mentoring or up-skilling team members while contributing to continuous improvement within defined and documented processes

What we want you to bring to the team:

• Associate degree in engineering, electronics, or a related field (or equivalent experience)

• 7+ years of experience in a testing environment with exposure to mineral processing, steelmaking, or related industries

• Ability to determine methods and procedures on new assignments with minimal guidance

• Demonstrated ability to work on varied, non-routine problems requiring judgment, initiative, and problem-solving techniques

• Proven ability to understand the implications of work and make sound recommendations for solutions

• Experience coaching, mentoring, or up-skilling new team members without direct supervisory responsibility

• Strong communication skills with the ability to interpret and explain data or information to audiences who may not be knowledgeable about the subject matter

• Accountability for work quality and outcomes at the department or team level, with potential impact on related activities across departments