Mechanical Engineer

Los Angeles, CA, United States
Team: Technology
Employment type: full-time
Work site: Los Angeles, CA
Travel: 0-25% per month

About Mote
Mote is developing a first-of-a-kind technology for woody waste biomass that removes CO2 from the air and produces clean hydrogen to help the world meet climate goals, improve air quality, and reduce wildfires.  We are developing modular projects based on our innovative and groundbreaking process to safely and permanently sequester carbon underground, and we are looking for standout individuals who are driven by reversing climate change to join our growing team, to help build our company and to contribute to our culture.

About the Team
The Technology Team enables decarbonization at scale by driving innovation in process development, R&D, and technology deployment. The Technology Team also provides technical support to internal and external stakeholders, ensuring that Mote's technologies perform safely, efficiently, and reliably.

About the Role

The Mechanical Engineer will support the development, installation, modification, and maintenance of Mote's Advanced Testing Center (ATC) that enables testing and validation of advanced process innovations. 

Reporting to the Director of Process Engineering, this role will lead mechanical engineering activities for the ATC, including design, fabrication, installation, maintenance, and operational improvements. The ideal candidate is hands-on, detail-orientated, and passionate about safely building and operating innovative systems that advance Mote's mission.

Responsibilities

• Perform design calculations and produce design/fabrication drawings.
• Specify equipment and materials, and solicit, review, and evaluate vendor proposals and purchase orders.
• Supervise and support installation, commissioning, and maintenance activities to ensure safe and reliable ATC operations.
• Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical issues related to ATC operations.
• Implement system modifications driven by R&D priorities while maintaining safety and performance standards.
• Collaborate closely with process engineers, technicians, and contractors to ensure smooth and compliant project execution.

Minimum Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Demonstrated knowledge of local (Los Angeles) fabrication, construction, and safety regulations.
• 5 years (minimum) experience in a fabrication, installation, or plant operations environment.
• Hands-on experience with pilot-to-demo scale mechanical systems and equipment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience designing and fabricating process modules or pilot-to-demo scale systems.
• Experience with systems handling biomass, oxygen, hydrogen, syngas, or other flammable gases.
• Welding certification or demonstrable welding/fabrication skills.
• Working knowledge of electrical and instrumentation systems.

Pay and Benefits

At Mote, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range.  This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow within a role.  Your base pay depends on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

At Mote, under favorable financial conditions, employees are eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases and annual cash and or stock bonuses.  These awards are allocated based on individual performance. 

U.S.-based employees have access to medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with company match, basic life insurance, among others.

• Mental / Wellness Health
• Maternity & Paternity Leave

U.S.-based employees also receive, per calendar year, up to 12 scheduled paid holidays, and initially up to 80 hours of paid vacation.  Paid time off may also be available for illness, bereavement and jury duty.

Note: Mote compensation, benefits, and employee stock programs will vary depending on the nature of your employment with Mote and the country where you work.[JG7] 

Mote is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We ensure fair treatment for all candidates, without discrimination based on race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or veteran status. We also evaluate qualified applicants with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with legal requirements. Mote adheres to the principle of pay equity and is dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities during our hiring process. Please contact us if you need assistance. Mote maintains a drug-free workplace.