About Magrathea

Magrathea is a California technology company with a mission to radically reduce the socioenvironmental impacts of producing structural metal from natural resources. We are doing this by developing a new generation of electrolytic process technology for making carbon neutral magnesium metal from seawater and brines. We are backed by the most sophisticated energy and materials technology investors on Earth. This includes the earliest supporters of Tesla and SpaceX, a portfolio of major industrial families from across Europe, and the US federal government. Find out more on our website.

What’s in it for you?

You’ll be working with a global, diverse team of smart, creative people who are looking to challenge the status quo of today’s industry to positively impact the socioenvironmental impacts of making structural metal. Check out some of our team on Linkedin. 

There will be no waiting around, you’ll get stuck in from day one. This is a key role in our team, and you’ll be instrumental in driving the next steps of Magrathea’s technology. If you're passionate about pursuing and cultivating innovation through cutting edge technology, we should talk!

About the Role

Magrathea is seeking a dedicated and decisive Senior Mechanical Engineer to support the scale-up of our technology to commercial scale. Our innovative talent is one of the biggest drivers in our success, and talented people don’t always fit with rigid job descriptions or day-to-day responsibilities. However, we want to be transparent about what will be expected of this role. The Senior Mechanical Engineer will be a key player in the scale-up and design of our revolutionary electrolytic process technology. 

Role Expectations

• Co-lead Magrathea’s mechanical engineering program for scale-up to commercial-scale demonstration plant
• Co-manage Magrathea’s design documentation including CAD and other digital twins required for electrical, piping, and structural elements of our demonstration plant
• Develop and promote Magrathea's knowledge and insights into mechanical design and fabrication of mechanical systems for chemical process technology
• Develop cost optimized designs for mechanical equipment supporting chemical process technology scale-up and deliver physical constructed versions of those designs
• Optimize mechanical design, fabrication, and operation of core process technology like brine handling systems, thermal processes, electrolysis systems, and foundry tools

Ideal Background

• BS, MS, or PhD in mechanical, industrial, or related engineering
• Over 5 years of experience operating successfully in an industrial setting
• Strong competence in thermal process technology and the ability to rapidly and safely prototype complex and hazardous equipment
• Creative and open-minded with the ability to rapidly learn
• Demonstrated track record of working on a team to achieve audacious goals together
• History of promoting company culture based on humility, transparency, respect, and care for the success of other team members

Compensation

• Salary range: $100-$160k annually (commensurate with experience)
• Competitive stock option package
• Health insurance
• 401k with pre- and post-tax investing options

How To Apply

Apply online through our website.

Anti-Discrimination

Magrathea is committed to providing a professional work environment free from discrimination and harassment, including discrimination and harassment based on a protected category, and an environment free from retaliation for participating in any protected activity. Magrathea is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment.