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Process Controls Engineer

ESSWilsonville, Oregon, United StatesOnsite
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Catalyzing a cleaner future.


ESS is a globally recognized leader in sustainable energy storage and is consistently identified as one of the most innovative and exciting technology players in energy storage.  Trading on the NYSE (GWH), ESS is poised to be one of the fastest growing energy technology companies in the world, with projects already across 4 continents. The ESS vision is about enabling the decarbonization of the grid by enabling us to achieve up to 100% of our electricity from clean, sustainable renewable energy.These are ambitious goals, and we are pursuing them with passion.

 At ESS, we are leading the energy transition, creating the sustainable energy solutions of the future to help individuals, businesses and communities change energy into lasting value.ESS is seeking an innovative, deadline-driven Process Controls Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for improving existing fluid control systems, developing new product concepts and prototypes, designing and testing mechanical and electronic systems, and developing various durability and test systems.To be successful as a process controls engineer, you should be able to work within demanding timeframes and develop original, practical solutions to problems.

Outstanding candidates draw on a wide range of engineering principles and are not afraid to wander into unchartered territory.

What you’ll do at ESS.


  • Designing, developing, and enhancing control systems in ESS iron-flow-battery product line.
  • Developing automated systems that test control functionality of battery modules during the production process.
  • Conducting research, documenting findings, and presenting reports at meetings.
  • Developing design documentation for the product control systems.
  • Identifying areas of weakness in the production line or finished products and making recommendations for improvement.
  • Developing procedures and test fixtures for the system controls on the assembly line.
  • Coordinating complex projects with a cross-functional team as well as engineering contractors.

What you bring to the table.


  • BSc in controls engineering, chemical engineering or similar.
  • Experience in process control engineering. 
  • Self-starter with a passion for engineering.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills.
  • Strong organization skills and ability to handle multiple projects at once.
  • Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently with little or no supervision.
  • Ability to follow job required Standards and Safety Protocols, per pre-defined processes.
  • Experience in a manufacturing environment with dynamic daily priorities.
  • Experience in new-product introduction and scale to manufacturing.
  • Must be proficient with industrial fluid management controls in complex piping systems.
  • Must be familiar in designing/implementing control systems for use in marine or corrosive environments.
  • Must have experience deploying and testing control systems used in industrial applications.
  • Experience with industrial control networks.

We’d love to see:


  • ANSI C/C++ Programming.
  • Experience developing products rated for marine or corrosive environments.
  • Experience with Allen Bradley, Bosch, or BRX (Do-More Designer) PLCs.
  • Experience with equipment and systems rated for Class 1 environments.
  • Experience with some of the following compliance codes: UL 9540A, UL1973, IEC 62932, NFPA 855, NFPA 68, NFPA 69, NFPA 70, NFPA 2, NFPA 13, NFPA 72, NECA 416.

Benefits of working at ESS.


In addition to the value of working with and helping grow a global reaching clean technology, ESS offers a Company assisted Health insurance, Approved PPE Reimbursement, Medical & Dental; Flex spending account; 8 paid holidays; 401K, and a competitive PTO accrual.As an equal opportunity employer, we are open to considering every qualified candidate who is eligible and legally authorized to work in the United States on a full or part-time basis, without a need for sponsorship.Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.

Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.#LI-MD1

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Life at ESS

Thrive Here & What We Value1. ESS is committed to creating sustainable energy solutions for the future. | 2. ESS values collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement. | 3. ESS offers competitive benefits such as Company assisted Health insurance, Approved PPE Reimbursement, Medical & Dental; Flex spending account; 8 paid holidays; 401K, and a competitive PTO accrual.</s> | 21. Company Assisted Medical, Dental and Vision Care | 22. Flexible Spending Account | 23. 8 Paid Holidays | 24. Competitive PTO Accrual | 25. Approved PPE Reimbursement</s> | 1. Clean Technology | 2. Decarbonization of the Grid | 3. Sustainable Energy Solutions | 4. Innovation and Excitement in Energy Storage | 5. Global Reach</s> | 1. Catalyzing a cleaner future | 2. Globally recognized leader in sustainable energy storage | 3. Pursuing ambitious goals with passion | 4. Leading the energy transition, creating sustainable energy solutions of the future to help individuals, businesses and communities change energy into lasting value</s> | 1. Accelerating global decarbonization by providing safe, sustainable, longduration energy storage that powers people, communities, and businesses with clean, renewable energy anytime and anywhere it’s needed. | 2. Established in 2011, ESS Inc. Enables project developers, independent power producers, utilities, and other large energy users to deploy reliable, sustainable longduration energy storage solutions. | 3. Our technology uses earthabundant iron, salt, and water to deliver environmentally safe solutions capable of providing up to 12 hours of flexible energy capacity for commercial and utility-scale energy storage applications.</s> | 17. Company Assisted Medical, Dental and Vision | 18. 401k with Company Match | 19. Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) | 20. Generous PTO Accrual | 21. 8 Paid Holidays</s> | Accelerating global decarbonization by providing safe, sustainable long duration energy storage solutions | Enabling project developers, independent power producers, utilities, and other large energy users to deploy reliable, sustainable long-duration energy storage solutions | Using earth-abundant iron, salt, and water to deliver environmentally safe solutions capable of providing up to 12 hours of flexible energy capacity for commercial and utility-scale energy storage applications.</s> | 1. Accelerating global decarbonization by providing safe, sustainable longduration energy storage solutions | 2. Emphasizing environmentally safe solutions capable of providing up to 12 hours of flexible energy capacity for commercial and utilityscale energy storage applications. | 3. Providing reliable, sustainable longduration energy storage solutions to project developers, independent power producers, utilities, and other large energy users.</s> | 1. Decarbonization of the Grid | 2. Sustainable Energy Solutions | 3. Clean Technology | 1. ESS is a globally recognized leader in sustainable energy storage. | 2. ESS is consistently identified as one of the most innovative and exciting technology players. | 3. ESS is poised to be one of the fastest growing energy technology companies in the world, with projects already across 4 continents. | 4. The ESS vision is about enabling the decarbonization of the grid by achieving up to 100% of our electricity from clean, sustainable renewable energy.</s> | ESS is a globally recognized leader in sustainable energy storage and is consistently identified as one of the most innovative and exciting technology players in energy storage. | The ESS vision is about enabling the decarbonization of the grid by enabling us to achieve up to 100% of our electricity from clean, sustainable renewable energy. | At ESS, we are leading the energy transition, creating the sustainable energy solutions of the future to help individuals, businesses and communities change energy into lasting value.</s> | Accelerating global decarbonization by providing safe, sustainable, long-duration energy storage that powers people, communities, and businesses with clean, renewable energy anytime and anywhere it’s needed. | Established in 2011, ESS Inc. Enables project developers, independent power producers, utilities, and other large energy users to deploy reliable, sustainable long-duration energy storage solutions. | Our technology uses earth-abundant iron, salt, and water to deliver environmentally safe solutions capable of providing up to 12 hours of flexible energy capacity for commercial and utility-scale energy storage applications.</s> | 1. ESS is a globally recognized leader in sustainable energy storage and is consistently identified as one of the most innovative and exciting technology players in energy storage. | 2. ESS is poised to be one of the fastest growing energy technology companies in the world, with projects already across 4 continents and an upcoming public offering. | 3. The ESS vision is about enabling the decarbonization of the grid by enabling us to achieve up to 100% of our electricity from clean, sustainable renewable energy. | 4. At ESS, we are leading the energy transition, creating the sustainable energy solutions of the future to help individuals, businesses and communities change energy into lasting value.</s> | Accelerating global decarbonization by providing safe, sustainable, long-duration energy storage that powers people, communities, and businesses with clean, renewable energy anytime and anywhere it’s needed. - Established in 2011, ESS Inc. Enables project developers, independent power producers, utilities, and other large energy users to deploy reliable, sustainable long-duration energy storage solutions. - Our technology uses earth-abundant iron, salt, and water to deliver environmentally safe solutions capable of providing up to 12 hours of flexible energy capacity for commercial and utility-scale energy storage applications.</s> | Established in 2011, ESS Inc. Enables project developers, independent power producers, utilities, and other large energy users to deploy reliable, sustainable long-duration energy storage solutions.</s> | 2. Providing safe, sustainable, longduration energy storage solutions | 3. Collaborating with crossfunctional teams to ensure system integration processes and test procedures address full system requirements.</s> | ESS is committed to safety and empowered to build a safe work environment for everyone. | ESS values honesty, integrity, and transparency above all else. | ESS is inclusive and celebrates the diversity of their team, leveraging collective genius and experience. | ESS builds products that are catalyzing the clean energy future and enabling customers to achieve their clean energy vision. | ESS reflects commitment in their workspace by continually working to reduce environmental impact. | ESS strives for excellence in everything they do.</s> | 2. ESS is consistently identified as one of the most innovative and exciting technology players in energy storage. | 4. The ESS vision is about enabling the decarbonization of the grid by enabling us to achieve up to 100% of our electricity from clean, sustainable renewable energy. | 5. At ESS, we are leading the energy transition, creating the sustainable energy solutions of the future to help individuals, businesses and communities change energy into lasting value.</s> | ESS cares about your health and safety therefore strongly encourages all our employees to get vaccinated and remain current with your COVID vaccine. Learn more at cdc.gov/coronavirus.</s> | 1. Emphasis on Sustainability and Decarbonization of the Grid | 3. Innovative and Exciting Technology Player in Energy Storage | 4. Value of Working with and Helping Grow a Global Reaching Clean Technology</s> | Accelerating global decarbonization by providing safe, sustainable long-duration energy storage solutions | Mission is to provide clean, renewable energy anytime and anywhere it’s needed | Values work area safety, cleanliness, material usage, and organization</s> | Passion for Clean Energy | Desire to Help Spearhead the Electrification of the Global Energy Grid</s> | 21. Accelerating Global Decarbonization | 22. Providing Safe, Sustainable, LongDuration Energy Storage | 23. Enabling Project Developers, Independent Power Producers, Utilities, and Other Large Energy Users to Deploy Reliable, Sustainable LongDuration Energy Storage Solutions | 24. Established in 2011, ESS Inc. | 25. Mission is to Accelerate Global Decarbonization by Providing Safe, Sustainable, LongDuration Energy Storage that Powers People, Communities, and Businesses with Clean, Renewable Energy Anytime and Anywhere it’s Needed.</s> | Patented technology uses earth-abundant iron, salt, and water to deliver environmentally safe solutions capable of providing up to 12 hours of flexible energy capacity for commercial and utility-scale energy storage applications. | Ambitious goals to achieve up to 100% of electricity from clean, sustainable renewable energy | Leading the energy transition, creating sustainable energy solutions of the future to help individuals, businesses and communities change energy into lasting value.</s>
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