Who we are:
Electra is reinventing ironmaking from the ground up with a breakthrough electrochemical technology that produces high purity clean iron and critical co-minerals. With two operating pilots in Boulder and a new demonstration facility underway in Jefferson County, we’re on track to reach commercial scale by the end of the decade. Backed by over $300 million and strategic partnerships with global leaders across mining, steel, and big tech, momentum is on our side. Recognized by Fast Company as a Most Innovative Company and a Next Big Thing in Tech, and named one of TIME’s 100 Climate Leaders, we’re building a company shaping the future of industry. If you’re looking to make an impact and join a team that’s driven, focused, and scaling, we want to hear from you.
What you will do:
Electra is seeking a Senior Supplier Quality Engineer to support the qualification, performance, and continuous improvement of suppliers across a global supply base. This role partners closely with Procurement, Engineering, and Operations to ensure supplied components, materials, assemblies, and equipment consistently meet quality, reliability, and performance requirements while supporting the scale-up of Electra's technology from pilot through commercial operations.
The Senior Supplier Quality Engineer will work directly with suppliers to drive quality improvements, implement effective quality controls, develop a formal supplier quality program, resolve technical and quality issues, and reduce supplier-related risk through strong supplier partnerships, data-driven decision making, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Responsibilities include:
- Serve as the primary quality representative for assigned suppliers and purchased components, materials, assemblies, and equipment.
- Evaluate, qualify, and monitor suppliers to ensure compliance with quality requirements, specifications, and performance expectations.
- Conduct supplier audits, assessments, and capability reviews to support supplier qualification, performance management, and continuous improvement.
- Partner with suppliers to improve product quality, process capability, delivery performance, and operational reliability.
- Lead supplier development initiatives that improve supplier performance, reduce risk, and support production readiness.
- Develop and implement incoming quality controls (IQC), inspection plans, and monitoring systems for critical purchased products and materials.
- Investigate supplier-related quality issues and non-conformances, perform root cause analysis, and drive corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) to sustainable closure.
- Collaborate with suppliers and internal stakeholders to resolve quality concerns, implement corrective actions, and prevent recurrence.
- Define and track supplier quality KPIs and supplier performance metrics.
- Utilize data to identify trends, improve specifications, reduce variability, and support continuous improvement across the supply base.
- Own the development of a formal supplier quality program, including selection and administration of relevant tools and/or systems.
- Support supplier onboarding, qualification, and approval activities.
- Partner closely with procurement, engineering, and operations to align supplier selection, qualification, and production readiness activities.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
What we need you to bring to the team:
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, quality management, manufacturing, materials science, supply chain, or related technical field.
- 8+ years of experience in quality, manufacturing engineering, supplier development, operations, or related industrial manufacturing environments with at least 4 years in supplier quality engineering.
- Experience working directly with suppliers to qualify products, improve performance, resolve quality issues, and drive continuous improvement.
- Experience conducting supplier assessments, audits, supplier performance reviews, or supplier qualification activities.
- Experience investigating non-conformances and supporting root cause analysis, corrective actions, and preventive actions.
- Knowledge of quality systems, inspection methods, supplier quality processes, and continuous improvement methodologies.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to utilize data to identify trends and drive improvements.
- Proven ability to operate effectively in cross-functional environments and drive outcomes through influence and collaboration.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
What we want you to bring to the team:
- Experience supporting suppliers of machined components, fabricated equipment, welded assemblies, pressure vessels, piping systems, industrial equipment, OEM equipment, or other engineered products.
- Experience with metals, metallurgy, mining, battery materials, chemical processing, or hydrometallurgical operations.
- Experience with supplier quality tools and methodologies such as APQP, PPAP, FAI, FMEA, CAPA, 8D, Lean, Six Sigma, or ISO-based quality systems.
- Experience supporting pilot, demonstration, or early-stage commercial manufacturing operations.
- Experience developing specifications, inspection plans, quality controls, and creating supplier performance programs.
- Lean Six Sigma, ASQ, auditor certification, or other quality-related certifications.
Compensation:
- The anticipated starting pay range for this position is $100,000-$140,000. Compensation will vary based on experience and qualifications, with offers determined by skills, experience, and overall alignment with the role. The top of the salary range is usually reserved for candidates with highly specialized expertise and extensive relevant experience.
At Electra, We Invest in Your Future
At Electra, we invest in the well-being, financial security, and long-term success of our employees. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support you and your family—both at work and at home.
We are proud to offer:
- 100% Employer-Paid Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance – Full premium coverage for full-time employees, spouses/domestic partners, and dependents at no cost to you
- Equity – Share in Electra's success through company equity
- 401(k) with 5% Employer Match – Immediately 100% vested, so every employer contribution is yours once you're eligible
- Health Savings Account (HSA) – Employer contributions of $1,800 for individuals and $3,600 for families
- Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays – Time to rest, recharge, and focus on what matters most
- 12 Weeks of 100% Paid Parental Leave – Supporting your family during life's biggest moments
- 100% Employer-Paid Life Insurance & AD&D – Coverage equal to 2x your annual salary
- 100% Employer-Paid Disability Insurance – Income protection when you need it most
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) – Pre-tax savings for eligible healthcare and dependent care expenses
- Supplemental Accident & Critical Illness Insurance – Additional financial protection for unexpected events
- Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs) – Confidential mental health, financial, and wellness resources available to you and your family
If you need an accommodation during the application or interview process, reach out to us at [email protected] We’re here to help.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, materials science, or related field
- 8+ years of experience in supplier quality within a manufacturing environment
- Certified Quality Manager (CQM) or Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence (CMQ/QE)
- Demonstrated experience leading quality planning through design transfer
- Proven expertise in APQP principles
- Experience developing and administering a QMS, ideally with ISO 9001
- Strong analytical skills, with a focus on data-driven decision-making
What We Do
Electra is decarbonizing iron and steelmaking to eliminate 3.7 gigatons or 10% of global carbon dioxide emissions. Leveraging proven industrial-scale electrochemical and hydrometallurgical processes, and backed by leading sustainability-focused venture capitalists, our team is developing lower cost, scalable solutions utilizing renewable energy to forge a cleaner, greener future for the trillion-dollar steel industry. With a uniquely collaborative culture, endless passion for developing disruptive technologies, and the opportunity to revolutionize carbon-intensive manufacturing industries, careers at Electra offer challenge, reward, and the chance to bring to market solutions that dramatically improve the health of the planet.
