Electrasteel

Electrasteel

Mechanical Systems Engineer I

Boulder, Colorado, United States · Internship

Sponsorship not specified$75k-$85kDetected 29 days ago
ExcelSystems EngineeringMechanical DesignResearchCommunicationMicrosoft Office

About the role

  • With two operating pilots in Boulder and a new demonstration facility underway in Jefferson County, we're on 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.
  • If y ou're looking to make an impact and join a team t hat's driven, focused, and scaling, we want to hear from you.

Responsibilities

  • The Mechanical Systems Engineer I supports the design, build, testing, and improvement of mechanical systems for Electra's processing, material handling, and pilot or plant infrastructure.
  • Support the design of mechanical systems, equipment skids, and plant infrastructure under the guidance of senior engineers.
  • Develop and revise CAD models, drawings, layouts, and related engineering documentation.
  • Assist with equipment and component selection using design inputs, vendor information, and internal standards.
  • Support fabrication, assembly, integration, commissioning, and testing activities with technicians, contractors, and cross-functional teams.
  • Document design decisions, test results, observations, and lessons learned clearly and accurately.
  • Follow engineering standards, templates, and document control requirements.
  • Actively build technical capability through feedback, training, and hands-on experience.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
  • Ability to document, communicate, and apply lessons learned from testing or project work.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electromechanical Engineering, or a closely related engineering discipline.
  • Proficiency with, or ability to quickly learn, Microsoft Office tools including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, OneDrive, and SharePoint.

Compensation

  • The anticipated starting pay range for this position is $75,000 to $85,000 and may be more or less depending upon skills, experience, and education.
  • $1,800 in annual employer HSA contributions (health savings account)

Benefits

  • 100% paid premiums across all medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, short-term disability, long-term disability, and basic life insurance plans
  • $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
  • Work safely and comply with all health, safety, environmental, and quality requirements.
  • Benefits For You:

Company info

  • Electra is reinventing ironmaking from the ground up with a breakthrough electrochemical technology that produces high purity clean iron and critical co - minerals.
  • Recognized by Fast Company as a Most Innovative Company and a Next Big Thing in Tech, and named one of TIME's 100 Climate Leaders, we're building a company shaping the future of industry.
  • 0-2 years of relevant experience in mechanical engineering, process equipment, manufacturing, pilot plants, or industrial systems.
  • Foundational knowledge of mechanical engineering principles, including fluid systems, heat transfer, mechanical equipment, and system integration.
  • Ability to apply engineering fundamentals to routine problems with guidance.
  • Ability to produce organized and accurate engineering work products, including models, drawings, calculations, and test records.
  • Familiarity with CAD tools for 3D modeling and drawing development.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work effectively across teams.

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