Mote, Inc.

Los Angeles, CA, United States (alternative) 
Houston TX, United States (preferred) 

Team: Project 
Employment type: full-time 
Work site: 80% work from home per week* 
Travel: 0-25% per month* 
*except when on assignment at Contractor’s office or jobsite 

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 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 Project Team is responsible for the safe design, construction and start-up of Mote carbon negative hydrogen production facilities with minimal or no changes.  In collaboration with community representatives and authorities, contractors and consultants, suppliers, and other Mote teams, the Project Team will strive to exceed project quality, schedule and cost objectives.

Mote is planning its first facility in Kern County, California, with front-end design and permitting of the plant both expected to kick-off in early 2024.  The Project Engineering Manager is responsible for the technical aspects of the facility, reporting to Project Management.  

Mote is located in Los Angeles, CA but the position will require significant time at contractors’ offices (6 months or longer) and the project site.  

Responsibilities  

Provide overall leadership and management of contractors’ engineering activities.  Assist the Project Manager and Project Team as needed with various technical and project execution tasks, such as:  

• Being an HSE champion  

• Being Mote’s technical representative towards the FEED - and later the EPC - contractor, as well as project-related third parties  

• Knowing the contract(s), managing the scope of work and leading the activities of the Mote engineering team  

• Facilitating high contractor performance along safety, scope, quality and schedule vectors  

• Fulfilling the mechanical engineering and piping roles on the Mote team  

• Reviewing equipment vendor quotes, drawings / submittals and facility technical documents and providing redlines and comments   

• Coordinating with Mote’s Construction, Operating and Maintenance representatives  

• Assisting in the set-up and administration / maintenance of the project document management system, including tracking and expediting documents for review  

• Planning and reporting project execution progress, issues and recommended courses of action  

• Proactively managing risks and facilitating learning lessons  

• Closing out, archiving and otherwise handing over the project / data  

• Participating in staffing and performance activities  

Qualifications 

Minimum Qualifications 

• Must act with the highest degree of professionalism, responsibility and ethics.  

• Successful experience in mechanical or piping engineering and project engineering roles; success in engineering management or project management positions a plus  

• Familiarity with design quality assurance principles and experience applying quality control measures  

• Experience in the Hydrogen industry and knowledge of applicable codes and standards    

Preferred Qualifications 

• Experience with gasification, material handling and syngas preferred  

• Bachelor's degree as a minimum is preferred, in a technical field of study seems best suited 

• Self-motivated, leadership characteristics, ability to manage a diverse, potentially scattered, team  

• Good organizational, prioritizing and persuasive skills  

• Excellent customer service and problem-solving skills in a professional environment  

• Ability to communicate effectively and compose professional emails  

• Working-level competence with MS-Project, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint; advanced basic skill-level utilizing Goggle Earth and its built-in tools a plus 

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. 

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.