Senior Controls Engineer

Redwood Materials • Ridgeville, SC

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About The Position

Join Redwood Materials as a Senior Controls Engineer and play a pivotal role in revolutionizing our automation systems, building new plants, and optimizing battery recycling and battery materials manufacturing. This position is ideal for those who are passionate about cutting-edge technology and sustainability and thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in an automated manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of process control design and feedback control strategies.
• Ability to read, interpret, and edit P&IDs.
• Exceptional electrical troubleshooting skills and the ability to terminate control wiring effectively.
• Basic understanding of networking and fieldbus systems.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with advanced control strategies, such as model predictive control (MPC) and advanced process control (APC).
• Familiarity with industry standards and best practices, such as ISA, IEC, and NFPA.
• Experience with Siemens PLCs and Ignition SCADA system.
• A genuine passion for sustainability and a commitment to making the world a better place.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of reliable, in-house automation systems tailored to meet the evolving needs of our business.
• Design activities include developing electrical panel specifications, selecting instrumentation and controls components, generating design documentation and functional specifications, programming, and commissioning.
• Provide expert maintenance and support for automation and electrical-related issues, ensuring minimal downtime and maximum efficiency.
• Oversee and maintain plant control systems, which may include the SCADA layer, HMIs, PLCs, DCS, vision systems, robotic cells, and OT networking.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including process engineering, infrastructure design and operations to design and implement large capital projects, driving innovation and excellence across the organization.
• Support risk assessments and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Electrical Equipment, Appliance, and Component Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees