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Redwood Materials
Associate Controls Engineer
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What they do
An Automation Engineer develops and implements testing strategies and toolsets with the goal of increasing process automation. Establishes appropriate measures to validate and report on software quality. Designs and implements test automation to improve system reliability and stability. Designs and supports frameworks for test infrastructure. Provides automation expertise and mentoring.
$108,709 / year median in South Carolina
+3% projected growth
Job Description
About Redwood Materials Redwood is localizing a global battery supply chain that seamlessly integrates recovery, reuse, and 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, and debug best-in-class controls systems for Redwood's battery recycling operations. This engineer will play a critical role in designing, commissioning, scaling, and supporting all of Redwood's recycling facilities working at the intersection of chemical process engineering, industrial automation, and 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