Hardware Technical Program Manager

Responsibilities

• Drive end-to-end hardware program execution from requirements through design, validation, NPI, and ramp
• Lead cross-functional teams including mechanical, electrical, firmware, industrial design, test, and manufacturing engineering
• Plan and manage prototype and production builds, including materials, logistics, and factory readiness
• Oversee board and flex releases, system integration, and validation testing (DVT/PVT/MP builds)
• Partner with suppliers and contract manufacturers to drive DFM/DFT reviews, yield improvement, and issue resolution
• Maintain clear build plans, risk registers, and program dashboards
• Serve as the primary interface between engineering teams and external manufacturing partners
• Provide transparent updates to stakeholders and leadership regarding status, risks, and key decisions

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or related Engineering discipline
• 5+ years of experience in hardware program management, hardware engineering, or manufacturing operations
• Proven success driving NPI builds and scaling hardware programs to volume production
• Strong understanding of box-level assemblies including PCBs, flex circuits, harnessing, enclosures, and thermal systems
• Exceptional organizational, communication, and leadership skills
• Ability to thrive in high-ambiguity environments
• Willingness to travel to sites, suppliers, and contract manufacturers as needed

About the Company

Redwood is localizing a global battery supply chain that seamlessly integrates recovery, reuse, and recycling—keeping critical minerals in circulation and driving the energy transition. Founded in 2017, we’re delivering low-cost and large-scale energy storage and producing battery materials in the U.S. for the first time, all from batteries we already have.