Limelight Steel is on a mission to eliminate emissions from iron and steelmaking and build a brighter future. 8% of global CO2 emissions come from current fossil-based steelmaking processes - the largest source of industrial emissions today. Limelight Steel's electrified ironmaking technology has the potential to eliminate those emissions, significantly reduce energy use, and produce iron for cheaper than fossil-based methods.

We are a startup in Oakland, CA, backed by industry-leading climate tech investors, looking to grow our team. We are committed to building a diverse and courageous team of people motivated to make a positive impact on the world. We want to hire kind and supportive teammates who have the perseverance to achieve our audacious goal of decarbonizing steel.

Position Summary:

As our Lab Technician, you will support process development by conducting experiments, preparing samples, maintaining equipment, and ensuring lab organization and safety.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Set up and conduct experiments in accordance with provided test plans
• Cut, epoxy, and polish metallurgical samples in preparation for characterization
• Perform basic metallurgical analysis using tools such as optical microscopy and X-ray diffraction
• Maintain lab organization by properly storing and labeling tools, samples, and components.
• Perform routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on lab equipment, ensuring proper calibration and functionality.
• Collaborate with the engineering team on data collection, sample analysis, and interpretation of experimental results
• Adhere to safety protocols and regulations, promoting a safe work environment.

Key Qualifications:

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in laboratory settings.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to approach problems analytically.
• Experience working both independently and collaboratively in fast-paced environments.
• Exceptional attention to detail and diligent note-taking.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Associate or Bachelor's degree in Materials Science or related field

Additional Qualifications Desired:

• Proficiency in preparing and analyzing metallurgical samples.
• Familiarity with vacuum equipment.
• Experience with high-temperature furnaces and materials.
• Ability to operate various metrology equipment, such as SEM, optical microscope, XRD, and others.
• Familiarity with Python and other programming languages

Full Time Employee Benefits

• Competitive stock option package
• Comprehensive health benefits that include:
• Full premium coverage for PPO Gold for employees with 80% coverage for dependents
• Full premium coverage for Vision and Dental for employees
• Generous time-off schedule
• 20 days paid time off
• 10 holidays (personalized to the holidays you observe)
• Sustainable 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• 2x weekly catered team lunches
• A team of curious, passionate, kind, and courageous people committed to eliminating industrial emissions that contribute to climate change
• Unparalleled opportunities for growth, leadership, and project ownership in a dynamic and rapidly-growing startup company