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Industrial Plant Engineering ManagerElectra • Boulder, CO, US
Industrial Plant Engineering Manager

Industrial Plant Engineering Manager

Electra • Boulder, CO, US
2 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Overview

Industrial Plant Engineering Manager role at Electra. Electra is transforming heavy industry with cutting-edge technology and scalable green iron production. We are looking for bold, driven individuals to help reshape the future of iron production and contribute to a cleaner, smarter world.

What Will You Do

  • Work with senior management to execute strategic plans and objectives for the development of industrial plants from demonstration capabilities to full commercialization.
  • Provide oversight of the design, development, and optimization of complex mechanical engineering systems to meet scalability, sustainability, and reliability standards.
  • Lead and mentor a team of mechanical engineers and designers, supporting projects across the company including internal technologies; ensure high performance and professional growth.
  • Represent Electra technically for mechanical engineering (and civil / structural where applicable) performed by outside consultants; ensure compliance with company requirements.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver integrated solutions and foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
  • Oversee design, development, and validation of mechanical engineering and automation for green iron production; meet or exceed technical, cost, and sustainability goals.
  • Optimize plant performance through continuous monitoring and iterative design improvements.
  • Manage internal complex mechanical, civil, and structural engineering projects from concept to deployment, delivering on time and within budget.
  • Coordinate with stakeholders across the company to align engineering efforts with business objectives.
  • Apply engineering best practices, including documentation, requirements tracking, and system validation processes; identify and mitigate technical risks.
  • Provide advanced troubleshooting and support for plant failures or underperformance; implement solutions to ensure resilience and reliability as production scales.
  • Oversee budget to ensure department deliverables are within the approved financial scope; manage timelines and resources for engineering projects.
  • Promote a culture of safety and ensure compliance with workplace health and safety policies and company procedures.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

What We Need You To Bring To The Team

  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or a related field
  • 8+ years of industry experience in mechanical engineering within process engineering or manufacturing environments
  • 3+ years of experience in a leadership role
  • Demonstrated success leading engineering teams to manage complex system-level projects
  • Strong understanding of engineering principles, including systems integration, testing, and validation
  • Proven ability to translate functional plans into operational processes and guide execution
  • Experience leading multidisciplinary teams responsible for process control systems, large-scale production systems, control systems, and industrial applications
  • Proficiency in CAD, FEA, MATLAB, and related tools
  • Ability to address complex issues where not all variables are clearly defined; apply fundamental principles to find solutions
  • Strong stakeholder management with senior management and executives to drive business results
  • Excellent project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
  • Decision-making under pressure and calmness in challenging situations
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, OneDrive, SharePoint) and ability to quickly learn new tools
  • What We Want You To Bring To The Team

  • Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
  • Over 10 years of industry experience in mechanical engineering with a focus on process engineering or manufacturing environments
  • More than 5 years in a leadership role
  • Experience designing and constructing mineral processing plants or equivalent experience with heavy equipment, power plant equipment, or semiconductor systems
  • Compensation

  • The anticipated starting pay range for this position is $135,000-$150,000 and may be adjusted based on skills, experience, and education.
  • Benefits

  • 100% paid premiums for medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, short-term and long-term disability, and basic life insurance
  • Reasonable use PTO
  • $1,800 annual employer HSA contributions
  • Accommodations

    If you need an accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact careers@electra.earth—we're here to help.

    Seniority level

  • Director
  • Employment type

  • Full-time
  • Job function

  • Engineering and Information Technology
  • Industries

  • Primary Metal Manufacturing
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