Test Engineer III

Electra•Boulder, CO

23h•$105,000 - $125,000•Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
5+ years of professional experience in reliability engineering, testing, product validation, or a related engineering discipline; or 3+ years with a master's degree
Complete knowledge and understanding of reliability engineering principles, statistical analysis, failure mechanisms, and engineering best practices
Experience with hydrometallurgical processes including leaching, filtration, or solution purification
Demonstrated understanding of chemical process systems, fluid handling, reactors, electrochemical systems, or hydrometallurgical unit operations
Experience designing and executing reliability testing, accelerated life testing, and product validation activities
Demonstrated ability to analyze complex engineering data, evaluate multiple factors, and develop practical, data-driven recommendations
Experience applying structured problem-solving methodologies, root cause analysis, and engineering judgment to resolve complex technical issues
Proficiency with engineering and statistical analysis tools such as JMP, Minitab, LabVIEW, or similar platforms
Familiarity with applicable testing standards such as ASTM, IEC, MIL-STD, or similar
Strong technical writing, documentation, and presentation skills
Demonstrated ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities and adapting to changing project needs
Ability to build collaborative relationships across multidisciplinary teams and effectively communicate technical concepts to diverse audiences
Comfortable working in a fast-paced research, development, pilot plant, or manufacturing environment

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting electrochemical systems, hydrometallurgical processes, battery materials, critical minerals, or advanced manufacturing
Experience with pilot plant operations, technology scale-up, or industrial process systems
Experience working with industrial or manufacturing data systems including the ability to query, extract, transform, and analyze large datasets from process data repositories
Experience with predictive maintenance, digital twin technologies, or advanced reliability monitoring methods

Responsibilities

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
Ensure laboratory activities comply with company safety expectations, engineering standards, and applicable quality requirements
Perform other duties as assigned