Associate Controls Engineer
Redwoodmaterials•5h ago
United StatesOnsiteFull-timeEntry Level0-1 yrs exp
- 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.
- Position Summary
- We are seeking an Associate Controls Engineer who is passionate about pushing beyond the cutting edge of the industry to design, build
- debug best-in-class controls systems for Redwood’s battery recycling operations. This engineer will play a critical role in designing, commissioning, scaling
- supporting all of Redwood’s recycling facilities working at the intersection of chemical process engineering, industrial automation
- software development.
- Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Designing and implementing real‑time control software in C++ for embedded and industrial systems
- Developing automation tools, diagnostics, and orchestration scripts in Python
- Writing, optimizing, and troubleshooting Structured Text (IEC 61131‑3) for PLCs and industrial controllers
- Building deterministic control loops, state machines, and safety‑critical routines
- Integrating software with sensors, actuators, drives, and industrial communication networks
- Troubleshooting complex issues involving timing, concurrency, hardware interfaces, and industrial protocols on manufacturing systems
- Conducting root‑cause analysis for field issues and implementing long‑term fixes
- Collaborating with controls, electrical, and process teams to translate requirements into robust software desig
- Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities
- Bachelors degree in software, electrical, automation, or similar engineering degree
- Proficiency in modern C++ for real time or embedded systems
- Experience with Python for automation, tooling, or data processing
- Hands on experience writing Structured Text for PLCs or industrial controllers
- Understanding of deterministic execution, concurrency, and hardware software interaction
- Experience with industrial protocols such as Modbus, EtherNet/IP, OPC UA, or PROFINET
- Proven ability to successfully work in a team environment to solve complex engineering problems
- Strong debugging skills across software, hardware, and network layers
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills
- Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with motion control, robotics, or process automation
- Familiarity with embedded Linux, RTOS environments, or microcontroller development
- Knowledge of industrial cybersecurity standards or best practices
- Experience with simulation tools, digital twins, or hardware‑in‑the‑loop testing
- Background integrating C++ runtimes with PLC or SCADA systems
- The position is full-time. Compensation will be commensurate with experience.
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Required skills
C++PythonStructured TextModbusEtherNet/IPOPC UAPROFINET