Process Development Engineer I/II

Engineer I/II – Process Development

Mori is a fast-paced anti-food waste Series C startup on a mission to create “More Food, Less Waste”, by transforming the food, agriculture, and packaging industries. Leveraging the unique properties of a naturally derived silk protein, Mori creates an all-natural food ingredient and coating which slows down the spoiling process of perishable foods. With Mori Silk, we can fundamentally change the food system by reducing our reliance on plastic packaging, reducing food and packaging waste, and increasing efficiency across the supply chain.

Our Values

• Operate with Care: We respect where food comes from and where it is meant to go.
• Practice Humility: We communicate simply and specifically.
• Do Good Work: We show the data and prioritize practicality.
• Anything, Anytime, Anywhere: We do whatever it takes to get the job done.

About the Role

We are currently seeking a highly motivated, driven, and collaborative Engineer to work on the development and optimization of Mori's patented reactor and purification process to extract silk protein from a naturally produced feedstock. This position is in-person with some opportunities to work on a hybrid basis depending on both project demands and personal performance.

• Independently plans projects on multi-month time scales based on company OKR and KPI structure, ensuring smooth workflow, balancing technical excellence with rapid timelines
• Supervises, scopes, and drafts study designs across Engineering with a focus on developing success criteria and project direction
• Significant personnel management responsibility managing associate and technician level employees including reviewing work, providing feedback, and furthering their professional and personal growth
• Crafting ongoing improvements to documentation, organization, standardization of methods 
• Collaborating with operations teams including Food Safety/Quality, Supply Chain, and Manufacturing to develop and improve manufacturing process
• Generating high quality slide decks to present progress and research results as they relate to OKRs
• Authors and review technical documents such as reports, experimental plans, production batch records, training materials, and manufacturing SOPs per project needs at all scales
• Drives initial demonstration of new technology and equipment platforms 
• Collaborates with others in capital projects during front-end design (Design Bases, PFDs, M&E Balances), PHAs, design reviews, commissioning, start-up and operator training for future plant builds
• As a startup, job duties at Mori are based on business needs, which grow and evolve over time, and this role will be required to support additional tasks not listed here as needed

Who You Are

• Reliable - You take pride in showing up, doing the work well, and being consistent day-to-day.
• Team-Oriented but Self-Sufficient - You collaborate easily in a small team environment but can also operate independently with confidence.
• Clear & Open Communicator - You share observations, ask questions, raise issues, and keep your team informed with straightforward, respectful communication.
• Safety-Minded & Quality-Focused - You naturally prioritize safety, cleanliness, and responsibility in your work environment.
• Flexible & Adaptable - You’re comfortable with shifting priorities, changing schedules, and supporting whatever the team needs in a dynamic startup environment.
• Curious & Continuous Learner - You ask questions, seek to understand processes, and are eager to grow your skills in a cutting-edge lab and manufacturing setting.
• Hands-On & Resilient - You’re comfortable with physical work, staying on your feet, and engaging directly with equipment and processes.

What You Will Bring

• Master’s degree plus 2-3 years of industry experience OR bachelor’s degree plus 4-5 years of industry experience in chemical engineering, bioengineering, materials engineering, or biochemistry
• Strong technical background in process development, technology transfer, and scale-up in biotech, pharma, or food technology field
• Experience with lab and pilot scale process equipment
• Experience with equipment design and prototyping
• Experience using and applying statistical data analysis methods such as design of experiments (DoE), gauge R&R, control charting, and multivariate analysis
• Excellent organizational, communication, and team building skills in a research environment
• Excels in a fast-paced work environment while maintaining a strong level of detail and organization
• Ability to stand and walk for the majority of your work day in a laboratory and plant setting and lift up to 40 pounds with or without assistance
• Ability to work flexible and off hours on an as needed basis

Bonus points if you have….

• cGMP compliant process experience in pharma or food
• Experience with stirred reactors and ultra-filtration
• Experience with protein or biopolymer extraction processing and analysis techniques
• Prior people management experience

Location, Schedule & Salary

• Based in Hood Park, Charlestown, MA
• On Site Requirements: 5 days a week with some opportunities for hybrid work based on team schedule, individual performance and business needs
• Salary: $90k-$110k annually depending on experience
• *Please note that Mori cannot offer visa sponsorship or transfer for this role at this time*

What Mori Offers

• Flexible PTO Program
• Paid Sick Leave & Parental Leave
• 12 Company-Paid Holidays
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 401k Retirement Account with Company Match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Recognition Program
• Commuter Benefits
• Free Parking Garage
• Free On Site Gym
• Hood Park Tenant Events - such as bowling and summer food truck Wednesdays
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• On-demand primary care through One Medical
• Virtual mental health support with Talkspace
• Fertility support with Kindbody

Mori is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (“ADA”), as amended by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008, and all applicable state and local fair employment practices laws. Employment opportunities at Mori are based upon one's qualifications and capabilities to perform the essential functions of a particular job. All employment opportunities are provided without regard to race, religion, caste, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.