Senior Process Engineer

Location

Houston, TX | United States

Job description

Houston, TX, USA (preferred)
Los Angeles, CA, USA (alternative)

Team: Technology  
Employment type: Full-time  
Work site: Up to 80% work from home per month
Travel: Up to 25%

Mote is developing a first-of-a-kind technology for woody waste biomass that removes CO 2from the air and produces clean hydrogen to help the world meet climate goals, improve air quality, and reduce wildfires. We are developing large-scale 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. 

The Technology Team will enable decarbonization at scale by focusing on the development, implementation, and deployment of technology innovations through R&D and process improvements. The Technology Team will also provide technical support to internal and external customers.

Responsibilities

• Serve as technical resource and point of contact for internal and external customers and partners.
• Lead the development and delivery of Process Engineering deliverables on projects and proposals. Process Engineering scope commonly includes all phases of design development, from conceptual engineering and detailed engineering through startup and plant operations.
• Responsible for Front End Engineering Design (FEED) activities such as reviewing deliverables (e.g., design basis, PFDs, P&IDs, H&MBs, equipment data sheets, startup and shutdown guidelines, etc.), participating in HAZOP reviews and RAM analyses, and evaluating proposals and bids from vendors and contractors.
• Develop and perform process simulations, configuration studies, and sensitivity analyses.
• Identify and evaluate creative design solutions that optimize Mote’s process, project capital/operating costs, equipment reliability/availability, or project schedule.
• Support R&D activities such as conducting literature search and preparing patent applications.
• Develop and maintain internal design tools and procedures.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering.
• 7+ years of experience with Responsibilities described above in related industries.
• Experience with gasification, biomass conversion, and/or gas processing.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent critical analytical skills and is adept at good decision making.
• Demonstrated leadership of process design on capital projects.
• Experience with Aspen Plus, PRO/II, or similar simulation software.
• Experience with plant operation is desired.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated leadership of process design on capital projects.
• Experience with Aspen Plus, PRO/II, or similar simulation software.
• Experience with plant operation is desired.

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, such as:

• Mental / Wellness Health
• Maternity & Paternity Leave

U.S.-based employees also receive, per calendar year, up to 12 scheduled paid holidays, and paid time off available for vacation, 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.

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 accommodation for applicants with disabilities during our hiring process. Please contact us if you need assistance. Mote maintains a drug-free workplace.

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