Hardware Technical Program Manager, Energy Storage

• About Redwood Materials
• Redwood is localizing a global battery supply chain that seamlessly integrates recovery, reuse
• recycling — keeping critical minerals in circulation and driving the energy transition. Founded in 2017, we’re delivering low-cost and large-scale energy storage and producing battery materials in the U.S. for the first time, all from batteries we already have.
• Hardware Technical Program Manager, Energy Storage:
• We are seeking a Hardware Technical Program Manager (TPM) to lead the development, testing
• manufacturing of complex, box-level electronics assemblies. You will own program execution from concept through production, coordinating across hardware engineering, validation, supply chain
• operations. This role is about making sure our hardware — from circuit boards and flex assemblies to enclosures, connectors
• integrated box builds — is designed for reliability, tested thoroughly
• Responsibilities Will Include:
• Drive end-to-end hardware program execution (requirements → design → validation → NPI → ramp)
• Lead cross-functional teams spanning mechanical, electrical, firmware, industrial design, test, and manufacturing engineering
• Plan and manage prototype and production builds, including materials, logistics, and factory readiness
• Oversee board and flex releases, system integration, and validation testing (DVT/PVT/MP builds)
• Partner with suppliers and contract manufacturers to drive DFM/DFT reviews, yield improvement, and issue resolution
• Maintain clear build plans, risk registers, and program dashboards; proactively manage schedule and resource risks
• Serve as the primary interface between Redwood engineering teams and external manufacturing partners
• Provide transparent updates to stakeholders and leadership, highlighting status, risks, and key decisions

Desired Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or related Engineering discipline (advanced degree a plus)
• 5+ years of experience in hardware program management, hardware engineering, or manufacturing operations
• Proven success driving NPI builds and scaling hardware programs to volume production
• Strong understanding of box-level assemblies (PCBs, flex circuits, harnessing, enclosures, thermal systems)
• Exceptional organizational, communication, and leadership skills; proven ability to thrive in high-ambiguity environments
• Willingness to travel to Redwood’s sites, suppliers, and contract manufacturers as needed
• The position is full-time and located in San Francisco, CA . Compensation will be commensurate with experience.
• In accordance with California pay transparency laws, the salary range for this position is listed below. Actual compensation may vary based on a variety of factors, including experience, education, and skills.
• California
• The position is full-time. Compensation will be commensurate with experience.
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