Director of Process Development

C-Motive has teamed up with Fathom Recruitment to bring you another great opportunity!

Are you ready to drive the scale-up of a revolutionary technology that will reshape the electric motor industry? C-Motive is seeking a Director of Process Development to lead the development and optimization of our dielectric fluid purification and handling processes—a critical step in bringing our groundbreaking electrostatic motor technology to market.

This is a high-impact leadership role where you’ll collaborate with technical teams and company leadership to develop scalable chemical processes, optimize production strategies, and implement quality control measures for the next generation of ultra-efficient electric motors.

About C-Motive

C-Motive is a fast-growing startup dedicated to revolutionizing the $100B global motor market with our patented electrostatic motor technology. Our motors achieve 95%+ efficiency, eliminate rare-earth metals, and use 99% less copper, making them a game-changer for energy efficiency and sustainability.

Why does this matter? Half of all electricity worldwide is consumed by electric motors. Our innovation has the potential to save over a gigaton of carbon emissions in the next decade.

Be part of a team that is pioneering a first-of-its-kind technology and making a tangible impact on global sustainability.

What you will do:

Scale-up dielectric fluid purification processes from 10L/month to 300L/month

Support the move to increased automation of the fluid handling, component cleaning and motor assembly processes

Develop and implement in-process QA/QC tests, working with technical teams to define product quality standards

Partner with leadership to develop a multi-stage roadmap for fluid processing and handling—targeting production volumes of 1,000 gallons/month

Lead and manage a team responsible for fluid production, ensuring operational excellence and efficiency

Define and track key process metrics, using data-driven insights to optimize performance and reliability

Who you are:

7+ years of experience developing fluid-based chemical processes at scales up to 100 gallons

Degree in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, or a related field

Proven expertise in developing and implementing QA/QC tests and process metrics

Strong understanding of reliability engineering methodologies

Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills

Prior startup experience? Huge plus! We need someone who thrives in hands-on, fast paced environments

Experience with electrochemical systems/products and/or ultrahigh purity requirements

Professional Engineering certification is a plus

Why work with us:

Competitive compensation package + Stock Options

Take-what-you-need PTO – because we trust you to manage your time

Paid parental bonding leave for all employees, regardless of gender identity

401(k) program to help secure your financial future

Be part of a diverse, mission-driven team shaping the future of sustainable technology

Be Part of Something Revolutionary

This is your chance to take the lead in scaling a groundbreaking process that will directly impact the commercialization of a game-changing technology. If you thrive in hands-on, technical leadership roles and want to work on real-world sustainability challenges, we want to hear from you.

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