Development Engineering Technician

About Redwood Materials

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.

Development Engineering Technician

The Development Engineering Technician at Redwood Materials supports research and pilot-scale operations by executing laboratory and manufacturing experiments that drive the development of new equipment, process flowsheets, and sustainable products. This role is responsible for building and maintaining lab and pilot equipment, preparing solutions, conducting wet-chemistry bench experiments, and powder handling, and mechanical analyses. The technician monitors and troubleshoots experiments in both lab and high-volume production environments while supporting the development and validation of new metrology systems.success in this position requires strong mechanical aptitude, hands-on laboratory experience, attention to safety, and the ability to follow detailed technical procedures in fast-paced conditions. The ideal candidate is organized, technically skilled, safety-conscious, and motivated by a passion for sustainability and innovation

Responsibilities will Include:

Build and maintain pilot and lab equipment

Prepare solutions and conduct wet-chemistry bench experiments

Perform chemical analyses, optical measurements, and mechanical tests

Run and monitor experiments in high volume manufacturing and in a fast-paced environment

Support the development of new metrology systems and prove their capabilities

Hands on experience building complex mechanical systems

Laboratory experience in wet-chemistry and bench top experiments

Desired Qualifications:

Associates or bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience

Work performed in varied indoor and outdoor environments with exposure to hazardous materials and challenging conditions (noise, dust, chemicals, temperature extremes) while wearing required PPE for extended periods

Ability to follow and apply established procedures, work instructions, and safety requirements

Ability to manage multiple tasks, shifting priorities, and competing deadlines in a fast-paced operational environment

Mechanical design and fabrication experience

Hands on experience building complex mechanical systems

Laboratory experience in wet-chemistry and bench top experiments

Ability to develop and maintain awareness of occupational hazards and safety precautions

Strong written and verbal communication

Organization and documentation skills

Travel required as needed

Physical Requirements:

Ability to safely perform job duties in both office and production environments

Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. as needed

Must maintain regular and punctual attendance in alignment with company and regulatory standards

Must be able to communicate clearly

Working Conditions:

Split work environment between office and the production facility

Work may involve extended periods of working in the production facility

Ability to work in challenging working conditions which may include exposure to noise, dust, chemicals, and temperature extremes, while protected by PPE, for extended periods of time

May require occasional work weekends or alternate shifts to support production needs

The position is full-time. Compensation will be commensurate with experience.

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