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Senior Cathode Design Engineer

Redwood Materials
McCarran, Nevada
Full Time
Posted November 18, 2025
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Job Description

A Senior Cathode Design Engineer at Redwood Materials is responsible for developing and scaling up production technologies for cathode active materials used in lithium-ion batteries, focusing on recycling and sustainability to support the energy transition.

Key Responsibilities

  • Identify, develop, and implement production technologies for scaling up cathode active materials from recycled sources.
  • Develop a technology roadmap aligned with business strategy and customer needs.
  • Lead technology projects related to cathode material production.
  • Establish relationships with equipment vendors for development and future capital investments.
  • Create intellectual property and collaborate with legal teams to file patent applications.
  • Provide technical expertise to commercial, business development teams, and senior management.

Requirements

  • Advanced degree MS or PhD in a material science or engineering discipline.
  • 5-10 years of Industrial experience in relevant areas such as process scale-up, process engineering and technology management.
  • Technical expertise in inorganic materials processes including solids handling, calcination, washing, drying, filtering and milling.
  • Recognized as a technology leader and expert in inorganic materials processing.
  • Ability to manage and prioritize activities in a fast-changing environment.
  • Track record of building trust within internal teams and with external customers.
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively.
  • Must be able to work hands on the lab, including standing and operating equipment at a lab bench.
  • Experience working in environments such as office, wet laboratory, chemical plant, outdoor test sites.
  • Exposure to hazardous materials and electrical hazards in working environments.
  • Travel required as needed, less than 10% of the time.
  • This is a full-time position.

Benefits & Perks

Compensation will be commensurate with experience
Full-time position
Work in a state-of-the-art analytical and electrochemical facility
Work in a laboratory, chemical plant, outdoor test sites, and office environments
Travel as needed (less than 10%)

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