Sustainable Materials Project Lead

Redwood Materials is seeking a Sustainable Materials Project Lead in San Francisco, CA. This role involves managing a cross-functional engineering program focused on X-Ray and software-based automated battery sorting. Candidates should have experience in technical program management, particularly in robotics and imaging systems. Responsibilities include project execution, risk management, and collaboration with engineering teams. A relevant engineering degree and experience in complex projects are required.
About Redwood Materials

At Redwood Materials, we are dedicated to creating a sustainable future for electric vehicles and clean energy products. Our goal is to develop a circular supply chain that makes these products more environmentally friendly and cost-effective.

We are seeking a highly skilled Techical Program Manager to lead our cross-functional engineering program for X-Ray and Software-based automated battery sorting. This role will focus on managing the development and integration of advanced imaging systems, robotics, and AI-driven software solutions to support our mission of recycling all types of batteries.

The ideal candidate has experience leading complex, multi-disciplinary engineering projects and excels at working with teams across hardware, software, and industrial automation. If necessary, we will adjust the job level to suit your experience and responsibilities.

Responsibilities:
• Drive the end-to-end execution of a highly technical engineering program, ensuring seamless integration of X-ray imaging, software, and mechanical automation into our recycling processes.
• Develop project roadmaps, milestones, and execution strategies, aligning cross-functional teams across software engineering, mechanical design, automation, and imaging technologies.
• Manage program risks, dependencies, and technical challenges, proactively resolving issues to keep projects on track.
• Collaborate with engineering and research teams to define requirements, validate designs, and support iterative prototyping.
• Work closely with software developers, robotics engineers, and imaging specialists to ensure seamless data integration and system performance.
• Oversee vendor and supplier coordination for hardware and software components, ensuring alignment with our quality and sustainability goals.
• Lead technical reviews, sprint planning, and status updates to ensure clear communication of program progress and priorities.
• Optimize workflows, data processing, and automation strategies to improve efficiency and scalability.

Requirements
• Bachelor's or master's degree in engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
• 2+ years of experience in technical program management within hardware/software integration, robotics, imaging systems, or industrial automation, or 5+ years of experience in Mechanical Engineering for such products.
• Strong track record of managing complex, interdisciplinary projects that involve mechanical, software, and imaging components.
• Experience with X-ray imaging systems, AI-driven software development, or robotics is a strong plus.
• Proven ability to manage software development projects, including AI/ML applications, data processing, and real-time automation.
• Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical engineering principles as they relate to system integration.
• Excellent problem-solving, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, startup environment with shifting priorities and aggressive timelines.
• Experience with Agile development, Jira, and program management tools.