Associate Director, Mechanical and Automation Engineer

Who we are :

Were transforming one of the worlds oldest industries with cutting-edge technology and an innovative approach. Backed by top-tier investors and recognized by Time as one of the best Inventions of 2024 and Fast Company as one of 2024s Next Big Things in Tech Electra is scaling rapidly and were looking for bold driven individuals to help us reshape the future of iron production. If youre ready to make a real impact in a company thats redefining heavy industry for a cleaner smarter world we want to hear from you.

What you will do :

The Associate Director Mechanical and Automation Enginee r leads Electras engineering strategy and execution for industrial plant design development and scale-up from demonstration through full commercial deployment. This role is responsible for the design optimization and integration of complex mechanical systems that underpin Electras green iron production process.

You will guide a multidisciplinary team and collaborate closely with senior leadership to ensure engineering excellence operational scalability and alignment with Electras long-term sustainability goals

Responsibilities include :

• Partner with senior leadership to define and execute the industrial plant engineering roadmap aligned with Electras strategic objectives
• Lead mentor and develop a team of mechanical and multidisciplinary engineers driving high performance and professional growth
• Oversee mechanical civil and structural engineering design performed internally or by external partners ensuring alignment with company standards and technical requirements
• Integrate new technologies developed internally into scalable plant systems
• Drive cross-functional collaboration across R&D Operations and Manufacturing to deliver seamless plant design and integration
• Foster a culture of innovation collaboration and continuous improvement
• Lead the design validation and optimization of industrial and automation systems for green iron production to meet performance cost and sustainability goals
• Manage engineering projects from concept through commissioning ensuring scope schedule and budget adherence
• Provide executive-level updates and recommendations on project risks tradeoffs and performance metrics
• Champion engineering best practices in system design documentation and validation
• Support root-cause analysis and troubleshooting of complex plant systems
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance plant reliability efficiency and safety
• Provide oversight of departmental budgets timelines and resource planning
• Model and promote a strong safety culture across all teams and projects

What we need you to bring to the team :

What we want you to bring to the team :

Preferred / Nice-to-Have :

Experience with Lean 6Sigma DFSS APQP PFMEA and continuous improvement programs.

Background in heavy equipment fluid handling thermal systems and electromechanical controls.

Proven experience integrating ERP / PLM systems for engineering release validation and change management.

ISO9001 / AS9100 / IATF16949 / FDA compliant operations and regulatory expertise.

Compensation :

Benefits For You :

Benefits For Your Family :

Benefits For Your Future :

If you need an accommodation during the application or interview process reach out to us at Werehere to help.

Required Experience :

Director

Key Skills

Continuous Integration,APIs,Automotive software,Test Cases,Electrical Engineering,Junit,Distributed Control Systems,Testng,Java,Test Automation,Programmable Logic Controllers,Selenium

Employment Type : Full Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Monthly Salary Salary : 150000 - 174000