Offer summary

Qualifications:

Extensive experience in process control management, Familiarity with optimization and simulation techniques, Ability to lead cross-functional teams, Strong technical expertise in automation technologies, Demonstrated capacity for strategic growth initiatives.

Key responsabilities:

Build and manage a high-performing team

Collaborate on customer needs and product strategy

Drive continuous innovation and process improvement

Ensure project delivery within budget and quality standards

Communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders

Job description

About CruxOCM

CruxOCM is THE go-to automation company for heavy industry. We're backed by venture capital and are shaking things up in the energy sector.

Control room operators deserve the best tools to do their jobs safely and efficiently. And let's not forget about minimizing environmental impact and maximizing revenue! If pilots have autopilot software, why can't control room operators have something similar?

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced manager and lead to join our team. This role will involve helping the Advanced Process Control team build and implement technologies that support Crux’s product deployment in the client production environment. You will support developing the team's expertise in tuning data models and identifying new opportunities that support product growth and faster deployment.

We are looking for someone who can apply his/her knowledge in new ways to advance how APC, optimization, simulation, and control techniques can be leveraged with technologies to provide cutting-edge, industry-changing products in a fast-growing start-up.

Reporting to the CPO, the Head of Advanced Process Control (APC) will lead, inspire, and empower a team of process control engineers and support specialists to drive the business forward. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product, engineering, and sales to align on customer needs, product roadmap, and optimization strategy. This role is a unique opportunity to blend your technical expertise and leadership skills.

Leadership and Management

Build, lead, and manage a high-performing and world-class team

Provide coaching, mentorship, and career development opportunities

Support the team with technical expertise as required

Foster a customer-centric and continuous improvement culture within the team and across the organization

Set clear performance objectives and regularly review team performance

Facilitate cross-functional collaboration to ensure alignment and achieve shared goals

Collaborate with the executive team to define the Customer Success strategy and overall business goals

Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards

Technical Innovation

Communicate APC concepts at a high level and in-depth as required

Drive continuous innovation to improve the delivery of products

Act as a bridge between technical and non-technical stakeholders

Identify and champion opportunities for automation, optimizations, and process improvement

Define requirements and objectives, estimating schedules, budgets, and resources

Establish best practices for executing optimization, modeling, and process control projects

Complete product configurations including control system tuningDevelop process control application modules within product lines

Complete and support the development of steady-state and hydraulic transient simulation models

Work with the Product Development Team and participate in developing the code base

Produce comprehensive documentation throughout project lifecycles

What We Offer

Competitive compensation package, including equity

Comprehensive health benefits

Remote-first work environment

Flexible work arrangementsProfessional development opportunities

Growth-mindset culture

A diverse and inclusive environment

CruxOCM is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are happy to accommodate any accessibility needs you may have.

Ready to take your career to the next level? Join us and help shape the future of the energy sector!

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