Overview
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 2019, 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.
Battery Recycling Technology Development Scientist
As a Technology Development Scientist at Redwood, you will lead cutting-edge applied research for the development of a wide variety of processes and projects across the business and locations. The R&D chemical engineering team focuses on chemical and metallurgical processing to support commercial operations, develop new processes and plants for immediate industry challenges, and address future recycling industry challenges.
Responsibilities
- Leading and participating in research and development to meet strategic objectives in hydrometallurgy, pyrometallurgy, electrochemistry and minerals processing
- Identifying and driving R&D to meet short-term business needs and future trends in the recycling industry
- Linking R&D with the development and optimization of commercial-scale equipment and processes
- Leading and participating in cross-functional teams to develop and implement new process concepts, plants, and equipment
- Flowsheet conceptualization and development
- Working closely with R&D development technicians to ensure laboratory operations are safe, efficient, sustainable, and continuously improving
- Supporting laboratory, pilot and commercial-scale plant implementation and installation assistance
- Supporting laboratory, pilot and commercial-scale commissioning and ramp-up
Qualifications
M.S. or PhD in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, or related discipline with 2+ years of experience in hydrometallurgical, pyrometallurgical, or electrochemical processesHands-on lab experience assembling test apparatuses and executing metallurgical or chemical experimentsTrack record of solving difficult chemical and metallurgical processing problemsExperience scoping and generating experimental test plans for developing metallurgical or chemical processesBackground in design of experiments and using statistical methods for interpretation of test dataProcess modelling (HSCSIM, SysCAD, METSIM) linking test work and pilot plant operation to real project implementationUnderstanding of material characterization methods such as XRD, XRF, ICP-OES / MS, SEM, PSA, TGA, GC, etc.Experience with high-temperature processes and thermal processing equipment (kilns, smelters, off-gas treatment systems) is an assetPhysical Requirements
Ability to safely perform job duties in both office and production environmentsMust be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. as neededMust maintain regular and punctual attendance in alignment with company and regulatory standardsMust be able to communicate clearlyWorking Conditions
Split work environment between office and the production facilityWork may involve extended periods of working in the production facilityAbility to work in challenging conditions with exposure to noise, dust, chemicals, and temperature extremes, while protected by PPEMay require occasional work weekends or alternate shifts to support production needsThe position is full-time. Compensation will be commensurate with experience.
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