Redwood Materials was founded in 2017 to create a circular supply chain for electric vehicles and clean energy products, making them more sustainable and driving down the cost for batteries. We’re doing this by developing and deploying new technologies to increase the scope and scale of recycled and sustainable materials in the global battery supply chain.
About the Role
This role requires a strategic leader who is excited to develop a fresh approach to factory automation and collaborate with mechanical, chemical, and electrical teams to bring it to life in our plants.
Responsibilities
Lead the strategy for design, implementation, operation, and optimization of Redwood’s automated process control systems
Build a strong team and culture of continuous improvement through novel technological approaches and data driven engineering
Architect and oversee implementation of cutting-edge automation systems
Collaborate with production, maintenance, and engineering teams to identify opportunities to improve or introduce new automation opportunities
Lead the development and implementation of new automation technologies while ensuring compliance with industry standards and safety regulations
Empower engineers and operators with aesthetically simple interfaces, robust data models, and the right tools to make quick, sound decisions
Requirements
Strong experience controlling physical processes using traditional industrial automation systems
Strong understanding of control theory
Familiarity with modern software workflows
Understanding of mechanical, electrical, and thermodynamics principles
Strong understanding of computer science fundamentals
Eagerness to oversee complex control system designs
Working knowledge of industrial automation protocols and safety systems