Who we are:  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.What you will do:  The Manager II, Electrical I&amp;C will play a critical role in supporting Electra’s operations by ensuring safe, reliable, and compliant electrical systems across the facility. This role requires strong experience with DC systems and industrial electrical infrastructure, along with a proactive approach to safety and operational readiness. You will ensure safe, reliable, and compliant electrical systems while leading a high-performing team in a dynamic, 24/7 industrial environment. Responsibilities include:<ul><li>Lead, mentor, and develop a team of electricians and I&amp;C technicians, cultivating a culture of safety, reliability, and operational excellence </li><li>Oversee installation, commissioning, maintenance, and troubleshooting of tank house DC rectifiers producing up to 160,000 amps, busbars, anodes/cathodes, electrolytic cells, automated cathode stripping machines, VFDs, MCCs, 4160V motors, and medium- and high-voltage distribution systems </li><li>Direct configuration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of PLCs, SCADA systems, and instrumentation supporting hydrometallurgical processes </li><li>Conduct and lead preventive and predictive maintenance programs, complex shutdowns, and real-time troubleshooting under live production conditions to maximize uptime and safety </li><li>Ensure compliance with NFPA 70E, NEC/CEC codes, OSHA regulations, lockout/tagout procedures, arc-flash safety, and internal standards </li><li>Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, operations, and leadership teams to integrate electrical systems into broader plant operations </li><li>Identify opportunities for process improvements, provide strategic solutions to complex technical challenges, and support operational readiness for 24/7 production </li><li>Assist in training junior technicians and contractors on safe electrical practices and procedures   </li><li>Read, understand, and comply with all workplace health and safety policies, safe work practices, and company policies and procedures </li><li>Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor </li></ul>What we need you to bring to the team:    <ul><li>Highschool Degree </li><li> 5+ years of industrial electrical experience in mining, smelting, or refining operations, with extensive hands-on expertise in DC power, tank house rectifiers (up to 160,000 amps), high- and medium-voltage systems, VFDs, MCCs, motors, electrolytic cells, and automated stripping machines </li><li>3+ years in supervisory or leadership roles, managing large electrical maintenance teams and fostering talent development </li><li>Proven ability to manage large-scale shutdowns, continuous operations, and urgent troubleshooting while maintaining safety and uptime </li><li>Strong knowledge of electrical codes, safety standards, NFPA 70E, lockout/tagout, and arc-flash protocols </li><li>Demonstrated excellence in team leadership, mentoring, and cross-functional collaboration, with a track record of improving operational performance </li></ul><div><div>What we want you to bring to the team:   <ul><li>Master Electrician license preferred</li><li>5+ years of experience in a leadership role </li><li>10+ years of industrial electrical experience in mining, metallurgy, or chemical processing, including hands-on work with electrowinning and electrorefining operations </li></ul> Compensation:   <ul><li>The anticipated starting pay range for this position is $115,000-$135,000 and may be more or less depending upon skills, experience, and education.  </li></ul> Benefits For You:  <ul><li>100% paid premiums across all medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, short-term disability, long-term disability, and basic life insurance plans </li><li>Reasonable use PTO</li><li>$1,800 in annual employer HSA contributions (health savings account) </li></ul> Benefits For Your Family:  <ul><li>100% paid premiums across all medical, dental, vision, and telemedicine plans </li><li>12 weeks of paid parental leave </li></ul> Benefits For Your Future:  <ul><li>401k with up to 5% matching contributions which vest 100% on day one  </li><li>Eligibility for incentive stock options </li></ul> If you need an accommodation during the application or interview process, reach out to us at <a href="mailto:careers@electra.com">careers@electra.earth</a>—we’re here to help.</div></div>

Electra is decarbonizing iron and steelmaking to eliminate 3.7 gigatons or 10% of global carbon dioxide emissions. Leveraging proven industrial-scale electrochemical and hydrometallurgical processes, and backed by leading sustainability-focused venture capitalists, our team is developing lower cost, scalable solutions utilizing renewable energy to forge a cleaner, greener future for the trillion-dollar steel industry. With a uniquely collaborative culture, endless passion for developing disruptive technologies, and the opportunity to revolutionize carbon-intensive manufacturing industries, careers at Electra offer challenge, reward, and the chance to bring to market solutions that dramatically improve the health of the planet.

Manager II, Electrical I&C 

Who we are:&nbsp;&nbsp;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.What you will do: &nbsp;The Manager&nbsp;II, Electrical I&amp;C will play a critical role in supporting Electra’s operations by ensuring safe, reliable, and compliant electrical systems across the facility. This role requires strong experience with DC systems and industrial electrical infrastructure, along with a proactive approach to safety and operational readiness. You will ensure safe, reliable, and compliant electrical systems while leading a high-performing team in a dynamic, 24/7 industrial environment.&nbsp;Responsibilities include:<ul><li>Lead, mentor, and develop a team of electricians and I&amp;C technicians, cultivating a culture of safety, reliability, and operational excellence&nbsp;</li><li>Oversee installation, commissioning, maintenance, and troubleshooting of tank house DC rectifiers producing up to 160,000 amps, busbars, anodes/cathodes, electrolytic cells, automated cathode stripping machines, VFDs, MCCs, 4160V motors, and medium- and high-voltage distribution systems&nbsp;</li><li>Direct configuration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of PLCs, SCADA systems, and instrumentation supporting hydrometallurgical processes&nbsp;</li><li>Conduct and lead preventive and predictive maintenance programs, complex shutdowns, and real-time troubleshooting under live production conditions to maximize uptime and safety&nbsp;</li><li>Ensure compliance with NFPA 70E, NEC/CEC codes, OSHA regulations, lockout/tagout procedures, arc-flash safety, and internal standards&nbsp;</li><li>Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, operations, and leadership teams to integrate electrical systems into broader plant operations&nbsp;</li><li>Identify&nbsp;opportunities for process improvements, provide strategic solutions to complex technical challenges, and support operational readiness for 24/7 production&nbsp;</li><li>Assist&nbsp;in training junior technicians and contractors on safe electrical practices and procedures  &nbsp;</li><li>Read, understand, and&nbsp;comply&nbsp;with&nbsp;all workplace health and safety policies, safe work practices, and company policies and procedures&nbsp;</li><li>Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor&nbsp;</li></ul>What we need you to bring to the team:&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;<ul><li>Highschool Degree&nbsp;</li><li>&nbsp;5+ years of industrial electrical experience in mining, smelting, or refining operations, with extensive hands-on&nbsp;expertise&nbsp;in DC power, tank house rectifiers (up to 160,000 amps), high- and medium-voltage systems, VFDs, MCCs, motors, electrolytic cells, and automated stripping machines&nbsp;</li><li>3+ years in supervisory or leadership roles, managing large electrical maintenance teams and fostering talent development&nbsp;</li><li>Proven ability to manage large-scale shutdowns, continuous operations, and urgent troubleshooting while&nbsp;maintaining&nbsp;safety and uptime&nbsp;</li><li>Strong knowledge of electrical codes, safety standards, NFPA 70E, lockout/tagout, and arc-flash protocols&nbsp;</li><li>Demonstrated excellence in team leadership, mentoring, and cross-functional collaboration, with&nbsp;a track record&nbsp;of improving operational performance&nbsp;</li></ul><div><div>What we want you to bring to the team:&nbsp; &nbsp;<ul><li>Master Electrician license preferred</li><li>5+ years of experience in&nbsp;a leadership role&nbsp;</li><li>10+ years of industrial electrical experience in mining, metallurgy, or chemical processing, including hands-on work with electrowinning and electrorefining operations&nbsp;</li></ul>&nbsp;Compensation:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<ul><li>The anticipated starting pay range for this position is&nbsp;$115,000-$135,000 and may be more or less depending upon skills, experience, and education. &nbsp;</li></ul>&nbsp;Benefits For You: &nbsp;<ul><li>100% paid premiums across all medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, short-term disability, long-term disability, and basic life insurance plans&nbsp;</li><li>Reasonable use PTO</li><li>$1,800 in annual employer HSA contributions&nbsp;(health savings account)&nbsp;</li></ul>&nbsp;Benefits For Your Family: &nbsp;<ul><li>100% paid premiums across all medical, dental, vision, and telemedicine plans&nbsp;</li><li>12 weeks of paid parental leave&nbsp;</li></ul>&nbsp;Benefits For Your Future:&nbsp;&nbsp;<ul><li>401k with up to 5% matching contributions which vest 100% on day one&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Eligibility for incentive stock options&nbsp;</li></ul>&nbsp;If you need an accommodation during the application or interview process, reach out to us at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:careers@electra.com">careers@electra.earth</a>—we’re here to help.</div></div>&nbsp;

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