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Director of Cathode Technology Development

McCarran, NV

About Redwood Materials

Redwood Materials was founded in 2017 to create a circular supply chain for electric vehicles and clean energy products, making them more sustainable and driving down the cost for batteries. We’re doing this by developing and deploying new technologies to increase the scope and scale of recycled and sustainable materials in the global battery supply chain.

Director of Cathode Technology Development

Redwood Materials is in pursuit of our Director of Cathode Technology Development.  This position will be a core member of our world-class engineering leadership team focused on developing the next generation of cathode active materials (CAM).  We’re seeking a hands-on technical leader to help develop processes and equipment to drive our company and industry well beyond what exists today.   The emphasis is on leading the development of new processes for scaling-up and manufacturing cathode active materials including identifying and developing production technologies.  These technologies are key for scaling cost-effective processes that meet the high-quality needs of CAM.  You will also build your team while working across all engineering and business functions. 

This position is at the center of our activities focused on creating a sustainable circular economy for lithium-ion batteries by transforming recycled materials into cathode materials for new lithium-ion battery production.

Our facility in McCarran, NV includes state-of-the-art analytical and electrochemical capabilities, and pilot plant facilities to produce CAM and pCAM.  We are also opening a technology development center in the Bay Area.  As a member of the Redwood Materials team, you will be at the center of a rapidly growing company driving to become the world’s largest and most sustainable producer of materials for lithium-ion batteries. 

Responsibilities:

  • Identify, develop and implement manufacturing processes and equipment for the scale-up and cost-competitive production of cathode active materials from recycled materials
  • Develop a technology roadmap to support our business strategy and customer needs. Define and lead technology projects
  • Develop a network of equipment vendors that we can leverage for development and to support future capital investment
  • Creating intellectual property (IP) and working with the legal team to write and file patent applications
  • Providing technical expertise to the commercial and business development teams and wider Redwood Materials senior management and stakeholders

Desired Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience:

  • A degree in chemistry or chemical engineering. An advanced degree is preferred
  • At least 7 to 10 years of industrial experience with demonstrated experience in relevant areas such as 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
  • A demonstrated ability to lead and develop high performance teams
  • Ability to manage and prioritize activities in a fast-changing environment
  • A 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
  • A passion for sustainability and making the world a better place!

Physical Requirements:  

  • Ability to perform the essential job functions consistent safely and successfully with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards
  • Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state, and local standards 

Working Conditions:  

  • Environment, such as office or outdoors
  • 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
  • Essential physical requirements, such as climbing, standing, stooping, or typing
  • Occasional work weekends, nights, or be on-call as a regular part of the job
  • Occasional travel requirements

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

 

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