Director of Cathode Technology Development
Redwood MaterialsMcCarran, Nevada
Full Time
Posted October 16, 2025
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Job Description
The Director of Cathode Technology Development at Redwood Materials leads the development and scale-up of manufacturing processes for cathode active materials from recycled resources, driving innovation in battery materials and supporting the company's sustainability goals.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement manufacturing processes and equipment for scalable, cost-effective production of cathode active materials from recycled materials
- Create and execute a technology roadmap to support business strategy and customer needs
- Lead technology projects related to cathode material development and scaling-up processes
- Identify and collaborate with equipment vendors for development and future capital investments
- Develop intellectual property and coordinate with legal teams to file patent applications
- Provide technical expertise to commercial, business development, and senior management teams
Requirements
- A degree in chemistry or chemical engineering, with an advanced degree preferred.
- At least 7 to 10 years of industrial experience with demonstrated experience in process chemistry, process design and synthesis, chemical reactor design, process scale-up, process engineering, and technology management.
- Technical expertise in inorganic materials processes, including solids handling, slurry handling, medium-to-high temperature processing of particulate solids, gas-solid separation, gas treatment, drying, filtration, and milling.
- Recognized as a technology leader and expert in inorganic materials processing.
- Preferably, possessing a deep understanding of cathode synthesis, pCAM synthesis, and how these translate into battery performance.
- Ability to lead and develop high performance teams.
- Ability to manage and prioritize activities in a fast-changing environment.
- Proven track record of building trust within internal teams and with external customers.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively across verbal, visual, and written media.
- Physical ability to perform essential job functions safely and successfully, including climbing, standing, stooping, or typing, consistent with ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards.
- Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards.
- Willingness 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.
- Availability to work occasional weekends, nights, or be on-call as a regular part of the job.
- Willingness to undertake occasional travel as required.
- This is a full-time position.
Benefits & Perks
Compensation will be commensurate with experience
Full-time position
Work in challenging conditions with PPE
Occasional work weekends, nights, or on-call
Occasional travel requirements
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