Production Engineering Manager

About the role

Redwood Materials is seeking a Manager of Production Engineering to play a pivotal role in building out our Battery Materials Campus. The manager will work intimately with the team to manage high-visibility/value projects and will apply technical and leadership skills to assure the timely and efficient execution of the projects. The final job title and level will be determined based on the candidate's experience and qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Build and lead engineering teams that work closely with operations and maintenance teams to ensure that our processes are safe, sustainable, and profitable.
• Use data to set strategy for optimization, debottlenecking, and improvement of industrial-scale processes.
• Define engineering workflows and plans for the team.
• Lead design concept/development efforts, working directly with engineers to vet/validate multiple proposed solutions.
• Lead and participate in cross-functional teams to develop equipment.
• Lead and participate in research and development to meet strategic objectives.
• Finalize design scope from initial concepts and budgets, define initial assumptions.
• Partner with the project management team to identify and document all project design milestones and deliverables.
• Continuously monitor and measure all project design processes and activities to identify and communicate potential issues, risks, and problems, and provide corrective action options to drive resolution.
• Serve as a final reviewer for all designs, ensuring simplicity, cost-effectiveness, and functionality/robustness.

Requirements

• B.S. or M.S. in Mechanical, Chemical, or Metallurgical Engineering.
• 7+ years of experience in industrial chemical processing or metallurgical operations.
• Experience with large capital project planning and budgeting.
• Experience in the preparation of mechanical contract drawings and engineering specifications.
• Track record of successfully leading teams.
• Self-motivated with a hands-on approach who takes the initiative.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• A passion for sustainability and making the world a better place.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to safely perform job duties in both office and production environments.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. as needed.
• Must maintain regular and punctual attendance in alignment with company and regulatory standards.
• Must be able to communicate clearly.

Working Conditions

• Split work environment between office and the production facility.
• Work may involve extended periods in the production facility.
• Ability to work in challenging conditions which may include exposure to noise, dust, chemicals, and temperature extremes, while protected by PPE, for extended periods.
• May require occasional work on weekends or alternate shifts to support production needs.

The position is full-time.