Chief Operating Officer (COO)

About Magrathea

Magrathea is dedicated to strengthening national security and advancing domestic supply chain resilience by producing magnesium metal in the United States. Using groundbreaking electrolytic process technology, we extract magnesium from seawater and brines, reducing reliance on foreign sources and ensuring a stable supply of this critical material. Our mission is backed by leading energy and materials technology investors, including early supporters of Tesla and SpaceX, prominent industrial families 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’s COO will be responsible for leading the development and running of the company’s operations, ensuring the delivery of the growth of the company in both large scale manufacturing projects and the support functions to facilitate this. The team member in this role will collaborate closely with the co-founders (CEO and CTO) to deliver the first new greenfield magnesium metal made in America in half a century. 

Role Expectations

• Manage Magrathea’s operations and execute the 5-year plan, identifying critical risks at a whole company level  
• Develop world class operations infrastructure and team including scale appropriate process controls, optimized workflow, and systems for manufacturing, supply-chain, quality and process control.  
• Meeting manufacturing metrics including product complaint to defined specifications, target yield, target cost (broken out as BOM and transformation cost).  
• Foster a cohesive company and safety culture by setting policies, examples and engaging in effective continuous communication  
• Maintain key partnerships with suppliers, customers, consultants, landlords, and regulatory bodies  
• Ensure all finances, payroll, human resources and other functions operate smoothly 

Ideal Background

• Degree in engineering (mechanical, electrical, industrial, chemical, process, or civil engineering preferred), construction management, or similar fields 
• Significant (>15 years) experience in scaling technology from pilot to commercial operation, ideally within chemical manufacturing, including siting, permitting, and constructing greenfield projects.  
• Leadership with full confidence and autonomy for productive collaboration with the CEO and CTO 
• Ability to handle and successfully manage external stakeholders including contractors (e.g., construction, EPCs), suppliers and agencies (e.g., DoD, DoE, funding parties) 
• Managing multiple internal stakeholder groups, including navigating the dynamics between teams and people within the company, and fostering a strong culture of excellence 
• Strong background in industrial safety culture 
• Project management and execution experience with a detailed understanding of what is needed to establish and build a chemical plant (including strategic planning, schedule management, risk management, and project execution)  
• Strong understanding of the regulatory landscape and permitting processes associated with large-scale chemical process plants 
• Ability to anticipate potential issues and make high-pressure decisions within ambiguity 
• 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: $200-$300k annually (commensurate with experience)
• Competitive stock option package
• Health & dental insurance
• 401k matching from day one with pre- and post-tax investing options
• Dog friendly office environment

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.