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Our breakthrough technology, SCC55®, is unlocking transformational performance for rechargeable batteries that power the world’s most critical innovations, from electric vehicles and AI-enabled electronics to eVTOLs and grid-scale energy storage. By enabling higher-density, faster-charging batteries, we are helping accelerate the global transition to an electrified future.\nOver the past year, Group14 reached major milestones that underscore our momentum. We closed a $463 million Series D round, bringing our total equity raised to more than $1 billion, and acquired full ownership of a battery materials factory in South Korea, strengthening global supply chains and scaling production to meet surging demand. Headquartered in Washington state with manufacturing operations worldwide, Group14 is backed by world-class investors and customers, including Porsche, ATL, Microsoft, and SK Inc. As we continue to grow, we are building a team united by passion for shaping the future of energy.\nAs the Senior Controls Engineer, you will assist in the design, construction, and commissioning of the control systems for BAM-2, our new state of the art facility in Moses Lake, WA.\nWHAT YOU'LL BE DOING:\nInterface with operations, support reliability efforts, provide hands on controls related technical support, training, and guidance.\nDevelop, debug, modify, and maintain PLC, DCS, SIS code and HMI graphics.\nDesign, configure, and maintain Data Historians, MES, and SCADA systems.\nCreate and maintain procedures and documentation for automated control systems.\nHelp develop control system architecture, technical requirements, and component design specification for the BAM-2 facility.\nProvide ongoing support during production for technical issues related to the control systems and equipment.\nContribute to manufacturing best practices and a facility wide safety philosophy.\nOther related duties/functions as assigned.\nWHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:\n Education - A 4-year degree in engineering or related discipline (Electrical, Mechatronics, Mechanical, or Computer Science degree) preferred. A 2-year degree or Trade Certification and equivalent experience may be substituted.\n Experience - 8+ years of directly related experience in control systems engineering, industrial engineering, process controls, or automated manufacturing is required. Experience with DCS & SIS (Emereson DeltaV or similar), experience with PLC programming (Siemens or similar), experience with instrumentation and PID tuning.\nCommunication - Exceptional verbal and written ability with the aptitude to communicate professionally with production personnel, management, contractors, and project leadership.\n Methodology - Good engineering and good documentation practice. Experience (or strong desire to learn) in using collaboration tools (such as SharePoint) for project execution. Willingness and ability to take on challenging projects.\nOTHER QUALITIES WE’D LOVE FOR YOU TO HAVE:\nFamiliarity with instrumentation and PID tuning: flow, level, temperature\nSCADA/HMI application development, Data Historians, MES\nPLC/DCS/SIS programming, debugging, troubleshooting\nKnowledge of industrial networks, virtual machines, thin clients, cybersecurity\nExperience with VFDs, robotics, machine vision, barcode scanners\nStartup and commissioning experience, preferably in chemical processing\nBase Pay Range\n$105,000—$135,000 USD\nGROUP14 OFFERS COMPELLING BENEFITS\nMedical, Dental, and Vision: 100% paid for by the company for employees (80% for dependents) with an HSA-eligible plan option for Medical\nEmployee Assistance Program\nLong-Term and Short-Term Disability Insurance\nLife Insurance and AD and D Insurance (100% Employer Paid)\nOption to purchase additional Life and AD and D Insurance (with guaranteed issue) and Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Insurance coverages for you and dependents at affordable rates\nDiscounted rates on Pet Insurance\n401(k) with Pre-Tax and Roth options and Company Match\nPaid Time Off and Floating Holidays\nStock Options\nGROUP14 IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER\nWe love creating opportunities for others by connecting people from widely diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and geographies. Being a diverse and inclusive company isn’t just something we strive for, it's who we are and part of what we do each and every single day. We want to ensure that as an employee, you belong and that Group14 is the kind of workplace where you feel safe, included, and that you have the opportunity to thrive in your career.\nAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances.\nIf you need any assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please email: . This information will be treated as confidential and used only for the purpose of determining an appropriate accommodation for the application and/or interview process.\nGroup14 is committed to a safe and productive work environment. 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