Controls Engineer, New Products

Founded in 2017, Redwood Materials creates circular supply chains for electric vehicles and clean energy products through battery recycling and sustainable materials.
$135,000 - $180,000
Embedded
Senior Software Engineer
In-Person
501 - 1,000 Employees
5+ years of experience
AI · Automotive

Description For Controls Engineer, New Products

Redwood Materials, founded in 2017, is revolutionizing the electric vehicle and clean energy industry by creating sustainable circular supply chains for batteries. We're seeking a Senior Controls Engineer to join our New Products team in San Francisco.

As the first Controls Engineer on a new engineering team, you'll play a crucial role in designing and developing control systems for innovative battery recycling solutions. The position offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of sustainable technology and advanced control systems, with a focus on battery algorithms and system-wide control architecture.

The role requires expertise in Li-ion battery systems, control theory, and thermal management, making it perfect for someone who enjoys tackling complex technical challenges. You'll be working with cutting-edge technology in battery recycling and sustainable materials, directly contributing to reducing the environmental impact of energy storage solutions.

Working at Redwood Materials means joining a mission-driven company that's making a real difference in sustainable energy. The position offers competitive compensation ($135,000 - $180,000) and the chance to work with a talented team of engineers and scientists. You'll be involved in groundbreaking work that combines control systems engineering with environmental sustainability.

The ideal candidate will bring strong technical skills in control systems and battery technology, along with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced startup environment. This role offers significant growth potential and the opportunity to shape the future of sustainable energy storage solutions.

If you're passionate about sustainable technology, have strong control systems expertise, and want to be part of a company that's revolutionizing the clean energy supply chain, this position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the industry.

Last updated 9 days ago

Responsibilities For Controls Engineer, New Products

  • Develop control architectures and algorithms across multiple layers of power converters
  • Lead thermal control strategies for the system
  • Conduct system identification and modeling
  • Collaborate with embedded firmware engineers to ensure algorithm implementation

Requirements For Controls Engineer, New Products

  • B.S. or M.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field
  • 5+ years of model development or systems engineering experience
  • Strong first-principles understanding of electrical and mechanical systems
  • Solid foundation in classical and modern control theory
  • Expertise in Li-ion battery estimation
  • Hands-on experience designing and tuning PID controllers
  • Demonstrated ability to write clear and testable engineering requirements
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills

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