About ElectraSteel

Join a technology startup in its mission to electrify and decarbonize the steelmaking industry using renewable energy. Steel, a trillion-dollar commodity, is the foundational building block of the industrial world that accounts for three Gigatons or 10% of carbon dioxide emissions per year. Our investors include leading sustainability-focused venture capital funds. We seek exceptional talent to join our growing team with a passion for environmental sustainability and excel in a fast-paced startup environment. If you have the required background skills and want to make a significant positive environmental and societal impact, we want to hear from you.

Job Description

ElectraSteel is seeking a dynamic Mechanical or Chemical Engineer with a strong background in mechanical design, seal design, fluid flow, and structural analysis. The Senior Cell Stack Design Engineer will focus on the design of electrochemical process technology to ensure long service life, low cost, and efficient operation. The successful candidate will have excellent project management skills and an ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Candidates with knowledge of large and complex industrial products, or chemical processing facilities are highly desired. Experience in flow battery, fuel cell, electrolyzer, or large-scale electrochemical systems is essential.

The ideal candidate will have a passion for sustainability, will thrive in a fast-paced entrepreneurial setting, be self-motivated, and have an interest in disruptive, cutting edge technology.

Primary Responsibilities

• Take lead and ownership of the design and improvement of novel electrochemical cell stacks for continuous processes.
• Design of robust sealing methods for multicell electrochemical stacks with flowing electrolyte.
• Utilize 3‐D CAD packages, such as Inventor, Creo, or SolidWorks, to prepare detailed drawings for components manufacture both in house and through outside vendors.
• Use DFSS and design for manufacturability principles to produce robust stack designs.
• Apply mathematics and physics to compute load capacities, dimensions, material usage, and produce detailed specifications.
• Manage validation testing of the design, operation, and performance of electrochemical cells and stacks.
• Develop relationships with vendors and provide product specifications to suppliers.

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering or equivalent Engineering discipline. MS preferred.
• 5 years’ experience in a Mechanical Engineering design role.
• Proven proficiency in 2‐D & 3‐D CAD systems (i.e. AutoDesk, Creo, SolidWorks) for design, documentation, and fabrication.
• Must have an in-depth understanding and application of quality principles, concepts, practices, and standards. (ASME 14.5)
• Ability to adapt, build, refine, or innovate testing tools to meet project needs.
• Ability to think critically and an execution/results-oriented mindset.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to work effectively with a small, dynamic team.

**Preferred Qualifications **

• Firsthand experience designing flow battery, fuel cell, electrolyzer, or other electrochemical cell stacks.
• Firsthand experience designing seals for aggressive media or corrosive liquids.

To apply for the above position, send your resume along with a cover letter to: jobs@electrasteel.com