Director Of Controls Engineering

Director of Controls Engineering

We are seeking a leader who can bring a novel, modern, and innovative blend of state-of-the-art software and traditional industrial controls to our industrial process plants.

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 include:

• 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, using a thoughtful blend of custom software and traditional industrial controls

• Collaborate with production, maintenance, and engineering teams to identify opportunities to improve or introduce new automation opportunities, aimed at optimizing manufacturing operations or creating new capabilities

• 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

Desired Qualifications

• Strong experience controlling physical processes using both traditional industrial automation (PLC, DCS) systems as well as embedded systems (e.g. real time industrial PCs or DSPs)

• Strong understanding of control theory and experience applying it practically to process control systems

• Strong familiarity with modern software workflows, and an excitement to bring their core advantages (e.g. regression testing + version control) to an industrial setting

• Understanding of mechanical, electrical, and thermodynamics first principles and fundamentals

• Strong understanding of computer science fundamentals in the context of industrial hardware

• Eagerness to oversee complex control system designs

• Minimum 10 years of factory automation, with at least 5 years in a leadership role

• Working knowledge of industrial automation protocols and safety systems

• A passion for sustainability and making the world a better place!

• Bachelor's or master's degree in electrical engineering, Mechatronics, Computer Science or a related field

• Hands-on attitude, with a willingness to contribute at all levels

The position is full-time in the Reno, Nevada area. Compensation is competitive and will be commensurate with experience.