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Magrathea · 1 month ago

Staff Process Engineer

United States

Full-time

Remote

Lead/Staff

$160K/yr - $220K/yr

10+ years exp

Magrathea is a global leader in critical mineral production technology based in Oakland, California. They are seeking a Staff Process Engineer to lead the scale-up and design of their technology to commercial scale, contributing to various engineering work products and overseeing project execution.

AutomotiveMineralMiningNatural Resources

No H1B

Responsibilities

Support in leading scale-up and design of Magrathea’s technology to commercial scale quickly, economically, and safely

Responsible for translating pilot and lab-scale results into process design packages for EPC/EPCM partners

Willing to travel to our project sites, initially in Arkansas, to oversee project execution

Apply problem solving skills and design experience to hydrometallurgy, solids handling, drying, electrolysis, molten salt processing, refractory materials, gas handling, foundry and pyrometallurgy applications

Contribute to engineering work products for overall process and unit operations including design basis, PFD, P&ID, MFD, plot plans, process control narratives, HAZOP, and model reviews

Manage innovative custom equipment fabrication and installation with third party manufacturing partners

Identify opportunities for process optimization, cost savings, and enhanced safety and environmental performance

Able to anticipate potential issues and make important decisions within ambiguity

Thrive in fast-paced, high-accountability environments and take pride in being the person others rely on to get the job done

You don't wait to be told what to do: you see problems, solve them, and move on to the next one

Qualification

Chemical EngineeringProcess Design PackagesProject ManagementInorganic ChemistryEPC/EPCM ContractsIndustrial HygieneProblem SolvingCommunication SkillsTeam Collaboration

Required

BS or MS in chemical, mechanical, or industrial engineering, or a related field

10+ years of experience operating in a variety of real industrial settings including engineering, design, chemical plant construction, and operations-focused roles

Experience developing and communicating process design packages with engineering companies and other important project delivery partners, ideally for first-of-a-kind projects

Strong competence in inorganic chemistry, equipment fabrication, equipment maintenance, process development, vendor communication, industrial hygiene, and project execution / project management

Understanding of the regulatory landscape and permitting processes associated with large-scale chemical plants

Expertise in managing EPC/EPCM contracts and external construction contractors

Skilled in schedule management, risk management, and project execution

Support in leading scale-up and design of Magrathea's technology to commercial scale quickly, economically, and safely