CHRISTIAN MOHRDIECK
AS NEW CEO
April 15, 2026, Albuquerque, NM, USA — Pajarito Powder, LLC, an innovative materials science company that specializes in catalysts for electrolyzers and fuel cells, announced Christian Mohrdieck, an experienced hydrogen industry and automotive executive, as its new CEO. Dr. Mohrdieck has been a board member since July 2020.
Pajarito Powder, LLC
At Pajarito Powder, we're accelerating the hydrogen economy with cutting edge catalyst technology designed for a cleaner, more sustainable world. Our team is driven by science, inspired by innovation, and focused on real-world impact.
Supported Platinum Catalyst
Engineered Catalyst Supports™ (ECS)
Iridium
Oxide
OER Catalyst
Pajarito Powder develops and manufactures advanced catalysts for fuel cells and electrolyzers, partnering with manufacturers to help optimize their systems
CORE VALUES
DEDICATION
RIGOR
Team Oriented
Accountable
Expertise
DEDICATION
We are dedicated to doing our work right the first time, prioritizing safety, procedures, and sustainability, while striving for a positive impact on energy, the environment, and the world.
RIGOR
Rigor is about doing things correctly when they need to be done right the first time. We recognize when rigor matters and when it does not, and we apply it appropriately.
Team Oriented
We are a unified team solving complex problems by combining diverse skills and perspectives, working collaboratively, respectfully, and transparently, without building silos, hoarding information, or pursuing empires.
Accountable
We are accountable to each other, our teams, the company, and our partners by following procedures, practicing safety, honoring commitments, and ensuring the quality and timeliness of our work to support their success.
Expertise
We leverage our unique expertise by contributing to the team, addressing areas for improvement, prioritizing safety, staying current in our fields, and continually striving for learning and professional growth to excel collectively and support the market.
Pajarito Powder produces a very high-surface area iridium oxide OER catalyst for PEM water electrolysis that offers best-in-class performance and significant increases in efficiency. These materials are manufactured at the kilogram scale.
We aim to lead the industry in delivering highly scalable, cutting-edge solutions that contribute to a cleaner, more sustainable future.
Join the team turning bold ideas into global impact
Fast-paced, purpose-driven, and future-focused-we work hard, support each other, and never stop learning.
