Chris M.
About Chris M.
Chris M. is a Senior Controls Engineer I at Solid Power, Inc., with extensive experience in automation and control systems across various industries. He has held positions at companies such as AlsoEnergy, Siemens Energy, and AstraZeneca, and has a strong educational background in Electrical Engineering and Physics.
Current Role at Solid Power
Chris M. serves as a Senior Controls Engineer I at Solid Power, Inc. since 2022. In this role, he manages day-to-day task assignments and provides mentorship to a controls engineer intern. His responsibilities include supporting Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) of new equipment, ensuring that all systems meet operational standards.
Previous Experience in Automation Engineering
Prior to his current position, Chris worked as a Senior Automation Engineer at AstraZeneca from 2017 to 2019 and at Novartis Gene Therapies from 2019 to 2021. He also held the role of Senior Automation Engineer at AlsoEnergy for a brief period in 2021. His experience in these positions involved significant contributions to automation processes within the pharmaceutical sector.
Background in Engineering
Chris M. has a solid foundation in engineering, having studied Electrical and Electronics Engineering at Colorado State University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree from 1996 to 2001. He also studied Physics at the University of Northern Colorado and The University of Queensland, enhancing his technical knowledge and analytical skills.
Experience with SCADA Systems
Chris has extensive experience in designing and implementing SCADA systems, particularly with Inductive Automation Ignition. He worked as a SCADA Engineer at juwi solar Inc. from 2012 to 2017, where he developed critical automation solutions. His technical skills include troubleshooting and modifying PLC programs for various platforms, including Mitsubishi Q, Siemens S7, and Allen-Bradley PLCs.
Entrepreneurial Experience
From 2014 to 2018, Chris co-owned SKEYE Brewing, LLC in Longmont, Colorado. This venture provided him with insights into business operations and management, complementing his technical engineering background with practical experience in entrepreneurship.