Senior Manager of Systems Engineering

Electra Steel is seeking a Senior Manager of Systems Engineering to lead the design and optimization of hardware engineering systems for green iron production. This role involves managing cross-functional teams, ensuring system scalability and reliability, and overseeing complex engineering projects. Candidates should have a relevant degree and extensive experience in process engineering or manufacturing. The position is based in Boulder, CO and emphasizes innovation and safety.
Who we are:

Electra is reinventing iron production to tackle the nearly 10% of global carbon dioxide emissions produced from iron and steelmaking. Its patented process uses chemistry and renewable energy to transform a variety of grades of iron ore into environmentally responsible pure iron at scale. By maximizing the value of Earth’s resources and minimizing our environmental footprint and carbon emissions, Electra is forging a green future from the ground up. With a collaborative culture and passion for disrupting the status quo, careers at Electra offer challenge, reward, and the opportunity to bring to market solutions that dramatically improve the health of the planet.

What you will do:

As the Senior Manager of Systems Engineering, you will oversee the design, development, and optimization of complex hardware engineering systems crucial to our green iron production technology. You will lead cross-functional teams, manage system-level architecture, and ensure our systems meet the scalability, sustainability, and reliability standards necessary for commercialization. This is a key leadership role that requires both deep technical expertise and strong management skills.

Key Responsibilities:
• Lead and mentor a team of systems engineers, mechanical engineers, and data engineers, ensuring high performance and professional growth
• Collaborate with cross-function teams to deliver integrated solutions
• Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the team
• Oversee the design, development, and validation of system architectures for green iron production, ensuring they meet technical, cost, and sustainability goals
• Ensure that all system components work together seamlessly
• Optimize system performance through continuous monitoring and iterative design improvements
• Manage large-scale, complex engineering projects from concept to deployment, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget
• Coordinate with stakeholders across the company to align engineering efforts with business objectives
• Implement systems engineering best practices, including documentation, requirements tracking, and system validation processes
• Identify and mitigate technical risks during development and deployment
• Provide advanced troubleshooting and support for system failures or underperformance
• Oversee implementation of control algorithms, including PID, ladder logic, and other process control strategies
• Implement solutions to ensure system resilience and reliability as we scale production
• Manage the timeline, resources, and budget for systems engineering projects
• Promote a culture of safety within the teams
• Read, understand, and comply with all workplace health and safety policies, safe work practices, and company policies and procedures
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor

What we need you to bring to the team:
• Bachelor’s degree in systems engineering or related
• 12+ years of industry experience working within process engineering or manufacturing environments (excludes internships, co-ops, and other school projects), or 8+ years of industry experience working within process engineering and manufacturing environments with a master’s degree, or 5+ years of industry experience working within process engineering or manufacturing environments with a PhD.
• 5+ years of leadership experience leading engineering teams to manage complex system level projects
• Proven track record of leading engineering teams to manage complex system-level projects
• Strong understanding of system engineering principles, including systems integration, testing, and validation
• Experience with process control systems and large-scale production systems
• Experience with automation and control systems in industrial applications
• Proficiency in relevant software and tools such as CAD, FEA, MATLAB, etc.
• Experience with PLC programming, SCADA systems, HMI design, and other control system technologies
• Experience driving the strategy and success of larger projects which contribute to multiple areas of the organization
• Experience making decisions where impact of the decision could result in critical delays in schedules or operations
• Experience in leading and mentoring individuals in sensitive complex situations
• Excellent leadership and team management capabilities with experience driving technical teams to success
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Proficiency with, or ability to quickly learn, Microsoft Office suite of programs including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, OneDrive, and SharePoint

What we want you to bring to the team:
• 12+ years of industry experience in systems engineering within process engineering or manufacturing environments (excludes internships, co-ops, and other school projects)
• Experience designing and building data acquisition and process control systems for chemical processing
• Experience working in start-ups or fast-paced scaling environments

Compensation:

The anticipated starting pay range for this position is $135,000-$185,00 annually and may be more or less depending upon skills, experience, and education.

Benefits For You:
• 100% paid premiums across all medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, short-term disability, long-term disability, and basic life insurance plans
• Reasonable use PTO
• $1,800 in annual employer HSA contributions (health savings account)

Benefits For Your Family:
• 100% paid premiums across all medical, dental, vision, and telemedicine plans
• $3,600 in annual employer HSA contributions (health savings account)
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave

Benefits For Your Future:
• 401k with up to 5% matching contributions, which vest 100% on day one
• Eligibility for incentive stock options

Job posting details for Senior Manager of Systems Engineering at Electra Steel in Boulder, Colorado, United States. Compensation / salary range: $135,000-$185,00 annually and may be more or less depending upon skills, experience, and education. ClimateTechList gathers 17,000+ job openings from over 790 climate tech companies and updates them daily.