Mechanical Systems Engineer I

Electra • Boulder, CO

5h • $75,000 - $85,000

About The Position

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. This is an early-career role focused on applying core mechanical engineering principles, producing quality technical work, collaborating across functions, and growing toward increased independence and ownership.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electromechanical Engineering, or a closely related engineering discipline.
• 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 document, communicate, and apply lessons learned from testing or project work.
• 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.
• Ability to learn quickly, follow engineering standards, and manage assigned work within a defined scope.
• Willingness to support hands-on equipment builds, testing, and troubleshooting in lab, pilot, or plant environments.
• Proficiency with, or ability to quickly learn, Microsoft Office tools including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, OneDrive, and SharePoint.

Nice To Haves

• Relevant internship, co-op, research, capstone, lab, or early industry experience in mechanical design, fabrication, testing, or process systems.
• Exposure to engineering documentation such as P&IDs, general arrangements, assembly drawings, wiring diagrams, control panel layouts, or equipment specifications.
• Exposure to operations, maintenance, commissioning, or field installation in industrial or pilot environments.
• Experience in an R&D, pilot plant, startup, or fast-paced technical environment.
• Familiarity with pumps, valves, piping systems, heat exchangers, tanks, material handling equipment, or other industrial mechanical systems

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Troubleshoot mechanical systems and equipment with appropriate guidance and escalation.
• Document design decisions, test results, observations, and lessons learned clearly and accurately.
• Coordinate with process, automation, electrical, operations, and project teams to complete assigned work.
• Engage with internal customers and suppliers to gather inputs and to support execution.
• Follow engineering standards, templates, and document control requirements.
• Work safely and comply with all health, safety, environmental, and quality requirements.
• Actively build technical capability through feedback, training, and hands-on experience.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

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)
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave
• 401k with up to 5% matching contributions which vest 100% on day one
• Eligibility for incentive stock options

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level