Director of Controls and Electronics

over 2 years ago
Full time role
Detroit, MI, US... more
Detroit, MI, US... more

Job Description

Remora is hiring a Director of Controls and Electronics who will build and manage teams responsible for every aspect of the controls systems and electronic components in the Remora device. As a member of the executive team, the Director of Controls and Electronics will work closely with the co-CEOs to lead the company and set our strategic direction, all while helping to tackle the defining challenge of our time.

Oversee teams focusing on Software Development and Electronics Hardware:

  • Onboard controls logic and communication (Simulink and C based code)
  • Offboard over the air tracking, communication, and data management
  • Designing wiring harnesses
  • Managing component selection

Also be responsible for overseeing:

  • Budget and timeline goals
  • Allocation of team resources and tasks to accomplish projects in a timely manner
  • Integration of new R&D product improvements into existing hardware or systems
  • Safety protocol development, implementation, and enforcement
  • Software and equipment purchases, maintenance, work layouts, and training

Other responsibilities:

  • Hiring staff
  • Conducting performance reviews
  • Working closely with other Directors
  • Providing feedback to the R&D team on opportunities for improvement so they can spend their time and resources effectively
  • Setting key performance indicators for first- and second-generation devices

Requirements:

  • 10+ years of controls or electrical engineering experience OR relevant advanced degree and 8+ years of controls or electrical engineering experience
  • 4+ years of engineering management experience with a team of 10+ people
  • Extensive knowledge of engineering project management
  • Accurately performs self evaluation, listens to others and constantly improves oneself
  • Capable of motivating and organizing people for short term goals, while able to communicate and plan for long-term goals
  • Demonstrated leadership and project management skills
  • Ability to build and manage a large team as the company grows
  • Creative, outside-the-box thinker with lots of new ideas

You’re the type of person who:

  • Is highly organized with exceptional execution
  • Is a clear, concise written and verbal communicator
  • Has strong interpersonal skills
  • Is excited to work in a fast-paced startup environment
  • Is passionate about tackling the climate crisis, and committed to equity and inclusion

Logistics:

  • Location: Ann Arbor, MI - Detroit, MI
  • Start date: by March 1, 2022
  • COVID-19: Remora requires all employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Applicants are required to submit proof of vaccination prior to beginning employment. Appropriate COVID-19 safety precautions are implemented in the workplace.
  • Application process: We will review applications on a rolling basis. To begin, please fill out this application, and then we’ll follow up via email with next steps.

Salary and Benefits:

  • Competitive salaries (adjusted for geography) and equity ownership
  • Healthcare (QSEHRA)
  • Retirement (401k)
  • Student loan assistance
  • Four weeks of paid time off
  • Dependent care assistance (childcare or eldercare)
  • Parental leave
  • Unlimited sick and compassionate leave
  • Employee development and coaching
  • Office setup (remote) or relocation (in-person) stipend

Climate change disproportionately impacts communities of color, so we’re looking for candidates deeply committed to reducing emissions and to racial justice. We especially encourage people of color, women, and members of other communities underrepresented in startups to apply.Research shows that women and people of color are less likely to think they are qualified for a position after reading a list of requirements like the one above. If you are worried that you are not qualified, please apply anyway! We’re most excited to work with people who learn quickly and want to tackle the climate crisis. To all recruitment agencies: Remora does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to Remora employees or any other organization location. Remora is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

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