Director of Field Operations

Remora is seeking a Director of Field Operations to build, lead, and scale our field and site operations as we transition from R&D into full commercial deployment of complex industrial systems. This is a high-impact, hands-on role focused on site operations, field service, CO₂ quality, logi stics , ma intenance, and overall site performance. As a member of the executive team, you will work closely with the CEO on scaling operations, solving real-time challenges, and driving rapid and efficient growth. We're building modular carbon capture systems for vehicles — turning exhaust into beverage-grade CO2 sold to breweries and greenhouses. We deploy in regions facing severe CO2 shortages, where prices are highest, allowing us to generate high margins without tax credits or carbon credits. We've signed up some of the largest companies in the world to pilot our technology, including iconic multibillion-dollar brands, top trucking compnies, and some of the most recognizable Fortune 100 companies. We’ve raised multiple rounds of funding from top investors like Lowercarbon Capital, Union Square Ventures, First Round Capital, Y Combinator, and Valor Equity Partners. Responsibilities: Own and scale Remora’s field and site operations, quality control, field service, maintenance, and operational logistics with direct personal involvement in day-to-day execution Lead operational performance and safety across all active Remora sites, including management of onsite operators and development of scalable operational systems and processes Oversee CO₂ operations and logistics, including coordination with CO₂ buyers, dispatch scheduling, storage monitoring, and uptime management Develop and maintain operational quality systems and processes to ensure consistent CO₂ purity, reliability, and customer satisfaction. Own planned and unplanned maintenance activities for all deployed Remora systems in the field Build scalable service and operational support processes to support rapid deployment and growth across multiple sites Partner closely with Engineering, Sales, and Finance to drive cross-functional execution and operational alignment Act as the central operational leader across the business, driving execution, resolving bottlenecks, and ensuring high-performing site operations at scale Requirements: 10+ years of hands-on industrial operations experience (industrial gas, chemical processing, energy, oil & gas, or similar); proven ability to both set strategy and execute directly 3+ years managing salaried and hourly teams with a track record of building high-performing field and operations organizations Demonstrated ownership of plant or site performance — uptime, reliability, throughput, and safety Deep familiarity with complex hardware: industrial skids, pumps, blowers, compressors, HVAC, control valves, cooling towers, reciprocating engines, and related systems Strong command of field service operations, maintenance programs, logistics, and quality systems Proven ability to identify, diagnose, and resolve complex operational issues in real time across fast-paced industrial environments Experience scaling multi-site operations and building the systems and processes to support rapid growth Experience leading or building a quality or compliance program (ISO, process quality standards, regulatory compliance, or equivalent) Experience starting up new plants or sites and guiding novel technologies from pilot to commercial operation preferred Here’s what we value: Mission First: We are laser-focused on our mission. We have chosen to take on the defining challenge of our time, and we don’t shy away from the hard decisions required to put our mission first, no matter how tough. The world needs our technology and it won’t happen any time soon if we don’t make it happen. We are a low-ego team, and we prioritize the mission over our self-interest. We think strategically with an eye to the long term, and we clearly separate what must be done well now, and what