Test Engineer III
Electra · Boulder, Colorado, United States · On-site
Pay: USD 105,000 – 125,000 a year
Posted Sep 16, 2026
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Who we are:
Electra is reinventing ironmaking from the ground up with a breakthrough electrochemical technology that produces high purity clean iron and critical co - minerals. 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 . 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. 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.
What you will do:
Electra is seeking an experienced Test Engineer III to support the development, validation, and continuous improvement of advanced materials, components, and systems. This role is responsible for independently designing and executing reliability testing, evaluating product performance, and applying advanced analytical techniques to improve durability, safety, and reliability across research, development, and pilot operations.
Working closely with Engineering, R&D, Process Engineering, Operations, and Quality, this position applies deep technical expertise to solve complex engineering challenges, recommend practical solutions, and contribute to the successful development and commercialization of Electra's technology.
Responsibilities include:
Own the execution, operation, and continuous improvement of pilot-scale hydrometallurgical and electrochemical systems
Lead troubleshooting for process equipment, instrumentation, and hydrometallurgical operations, implementing corrective actions to improve performance and reliability
Design, execute, and evaluate reliability and validation test plans for materials, components, and systems across a range of environmental and operating conditions
Develop and perform accelerated life testing, failure mode and effects analysis (FMEA), and other reliability assessments to evaluate product performance and identify improvement opportunities
Analyze complex testing and performance data to identify trends, determine root causes, and recommend design or process improvements
Collaborate with Engineering, R&D, Process Engineering, Operations, and Quality to define measurement requirements, ensure data quality, develop monitoring strategies, interlocks, alarms, and safe operating procedures.
Develop test methods, procedures, and documentation that improve consistency, repeatability, and technical quality
Support root cause investigations and corrective actions by applying sound engineering judgment and advanced analytical techniques
Communicate technical findings and recommendations to cross-functional stakeholders and adapt communication to a variety of technical audiences
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