Founded to enable the coming electrification of everything, Group14 is the largest commercial manufacturer and supplier of silicon battery technology, elevating performance for every type of battery application. With headquarters in Seattle and Woodinville, WA, Group14 enables battery manufacturers and world-leading OEMs in automotive, consumer electronics, and beyond to achieve transformational milestones for a more sustainable future.

Backed by notable strategic investors and customers such as Porsche AG, Amperex Technology Limited (ATL), BASF, Showa Denko, and SK Inc, Group14 recently raised a $614 million Series C round and secured an additional $100 million grant from the U.S. Department of Energy to scale its technology.

WE'RE ON A QUEST TO ELECTRIFY THE WORLD

The electrification of everything starts with amazing people. We believe that a more sustainably powered world requires solutions for today, not years from now. The passion, collaboration, perseverance, and bravery of our team continually inspires us to push beyond the conventional to deliver the truly incredible with everything we do.

Group14’s dedication to meeting the battery demands of today through lithium-silicon battery innovation and scalable commercial manufacturing processes are what differentiates us and makes us a reliable partner. Recognized by the Department of Energy for its novel, drop-in ready nanomaterials and reliable industrial-scale process, Group14 serves the global transition to an all-electric future.

The Control Systems Manager is responsible for supporting the design, installation, commissioning, and operation of a new Battery Active Material (BAM) factory. This position will lead the engineering team tasked with the control system design and construction of the world’s largest production facility of next generation lithium silicon anode materials.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING:

• Assist in the design and commissioning of the control systems for BAM-2, our new state of the art facility in Moses Lake, WA.

• Act as the control systems subject matter expert and be accountable for the programming, configuration, software, and hardware of various facility control systems such as the DCS, SIS, PLCs, HMIs, MES, Data Historian, and SCADA.

• Define control system architecture, technical requirements, and site standards that ensure continuity across all control systems, while leveraging industry best practices for continuous improvement and management of change.

• Develop and maintain a controls strategy that supports the facility and anticipates the future needs of the facility’s control systems by leveraging emerging technologies.

• Ensure that all work is in alignment with Group14’s commitment to safety and the environment with specific ownership of facility safe operating controls.

• Address shortcomings in control system documentation and implement a robust methodology to ensure documentation remains accurate and current.

• Define, recruit, manage, and develop a team of skilled engineers and technicians capable of supporting the facility’s commissioning and routine operations.

• Other related duties/functions as assigned.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR:

• 4 year degree in engineering or related discipline (Electrical, Mechatronics, Mechanical, or Computer Science degree).

• 10+ years of directly related experience in control systems engineering, industrial engineering, process controls, or automated manufacturing is required.

• Exceptional verbal and written ability with the aptitude to communicate professionally with direct reports, production personnel, and contractors.

• Good leadership and good engineering practice. Experience (or strong desire to learn) in using collaboration tools (such as SharePoint) for project execution.

• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to foster a positive work environment.

• Willingness and ability to manage and lead the controls systems team.

OTHER SKILLS WE’D LOVE FOR YOU TO HAVE:

• SCADA/HMI application development, Data Historians, MES.

• PLC/DCS/SIS programming, debugging, troubleshooting.

• Knowledge of industrial networks, virtual machines, thin clients, cybersecurity.

• Experience with VFDs, robotics, machine vision, barcode scanners.

• Startup and commissioning experience, preferably in chemical processing.

GROUP14 OFFERS COMPELLING BENEFITS:

• Medical, dental, vision, long-term and short-term disability insurance

• Benefits are 100% paid for by the company for employees (80% for dependents)

• Paid time off

• 401(k) with company match

• Stock options

GROUP14 IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

We love creating opportunities for others by connecting people from widely diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and geographies. So, being diverse and inclusive isn’t just something we strive for, it is who we are, and part of what we do each and every single day. We want to ensure that as an employee, you feel Group14 is a place where, no matter who you are, you feel safe, included, and that you have the opportunity to bring your unique self to work.

Please note: We are not able to accommodate candidates in need of work sponsorship at this time.

The base pay range for this role is $115,000 to $135,000. Actual pay depends on various factors, such as complexity and responsibility of role, job duties/requirements, and relevant experience and skills.