Redwood Materials, Inc.
Senior Mechanical Design Engineer, Big Machines
Redwood Materials, Inc., Nevada, Iowa, United States, 50201
Overview
Senior Mechanical Design Engineer, Big Machines Redwood Materials is localizing a global battery supply chain that seamlessly integrates recovery, reuse, and recyclingkeeping critical minerals in circulation and driving the energy transition. We are 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. We design and build robust, industrial-scale machinery to operate reliably in demanding environments, including high-temperature and corrosive conditions. Do you want to design and build robust, industrial-scale machinery from the ground up? Join the Big Machines team at Redwood Materials, where we develop high-performance equipmentsuch as 200 ton kilns, meter-long knife gates, rotary seals, and complex 30m+ conveyance systemsbuilt to operate at up to 900C in challenging environments. Our team partners with engineering leadership to solve large-scale mechanical challenges as we scale cutting-edge technologies that drive the circular battery economy. You will collaborate with high-caliber engineers to design, fabricate, and deploy critical production assets and tackle complex mechanical systems to deliver durable, long-term solutions with tangible impact on sustainable manufacturing. Responsibilities
Lead the design, build, and activation of low-volume custom machinery and infrastructure. Collaborate with production engineering to debug existing equipment and manufacturing processes to maximize production rate. Apply structural sizing, mechanism design, hardware fabrication, and activation testing to deliver project results. Create detailed models and engineering prints in SolidWorks. Perform engineering hand calculations and analysis to size structures and mechanisms. Support machine activation with the controls engineering team and perform development testing with the production engineering team. Basic Qualifications
Bachelors degree in an engineering discipline. Experience using a CAD software design package (e.g., SolidWorks, NX, CATIA, or Pro/E). 5+ years of professional experience designing and analyzing mechanical structures. Preferred Skills and Experience
5+ years of technical product development experience. Ability to prioritize and execute tasks in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Ability to work in a collaborative team environment with engineers, maintenance, suppliers, and leadership. Experience working in a production facility with equipment and machinery. Experience managing large CAD assembly models and drawings. Experience with finite element analysis. Experience with statistical data collection, analysis, and reporting. Experience designing and fabricating welded structures. Experience designing and testing mechanisms. Experience with basic Electrical Engineering (servos, actuators, sensor integration). Strong understanding and application of GD&T. Hands-on experience with equipment manufacturing and implementation. Self-motivated with a hands-on approach and initiative. Strong written and verbal communication. A passion for sustainability and making the world a better place. 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
Willing to travel up to 25% to Reno, NV. Work schedule may vary depending on site operational needs, and flexibility is required. Split work environment between office and the production facility; work may involve extended periods in the production facility. Ability to work in challenging conditions including exposure to noise, dust, chemicals, and temperature extremes, while protected by PPE. May require occasional weekend work or alternate shifts to support production needs. Salary: $140,000 - $189,000 USD. This is a full-time position; compensation will be commensurate with experience. We collect personal information from applicants in connection with employment and provide privacy protections. If you have privacy-related questions, please contact privacy@redwoodmaterials.com. Equal Employment Opportunity
In accordance with applicable law, Redwood Materials is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of protected status under any applicable law. We may collect voluntary self-identification information for government reporting purposes; completion is voluntary and separate from the hiring decision. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Senior Mechanical Design Engineer, Big Machines Redwood Materials is localizing a global battery supply chain that seamlessly integrates recovery, reuse, and recyclingkeeping critical minerals in circulation and driving the energy transition. We are 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. We design and build robust, industrial-scale machinery to operate reliably in demanding environments, including high-temperature and corrosive conditions. Do you want to design and build robust, industrial-scale machinery from the ground up? Join the Big Machines team at Redwood Materials, where we develop high-performance equipmentsuch as 200 ton kilns, meter-long knife gates, rotary seals, and complex 30m+ conveyance systemsbuilt to operate at up to 900C in challenging environments. Our team partners with engineering leadership to solve large-scale mechanical challenges as we scale cutting-edge technologies that drive the circular battery economy. You will collaborate with high-caliber engineers to design, fabricate, and deploy critical production assets and tackle complex mechanical systems to deliver durable, long-term solutions with tangible impact on sustainable manufacturing. Responsibilities
Lead the design, build, and activation of low-volume custom machinery and infrastructure. Collaborate with production engineering to debug existing equipment and manufacturing processes to maximize production rate. Apply structural sizing, mechanism design, hardware fabrication, and activation testing to deliver project results. Create detailed models and engineering prints in SolidWorks. Perform engineering hand calculations and analysis to size structures and mechanisms. Support machine activation with the controls engineering team and perform development testing with the production engineering team. Basic Qualifications
Bachelors degree in an engineering discipline. Experience using a CAD software design package (e.g., SolidWorks, NX, CATIA, or Pro/E). 5+ years of professional experience designing and analyzing mechanical structures. Preferred Skills and Experience
5+ years of technical product development experience. Ability to prioritize and execute tasks in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Ability to work in a collaborative team environment with engineers, maintenance, suppliers, and leadership. Experience working in a production facility with equipment and machinery. Experience managing large CAD assembly models and drawings. Experience with finite element analysis. Experience with statistical data collection, analysis, and reporting. Experience designing and fabricating welded structures. Experience designing and testing mechanisms. Experience with basic Electrical Engineering (servos, actuators, sensor integration). Strong understanding and application of GD&T. Hands-on experience with equipment manufacturing and implementation. Self-motivated with a hands-on approach and initiative. Strong written and verbal communication. A passion for sustainability and making the world a better place. 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
Willing to travel up to 25% to Reno, NV. Work schedule may vary depending on site operational needs, and flexibility is required. Split work environment between office and the production facility; work may involve extended periods in the production facility. Ability to work in challenging conditions including exposure to noise, dust, chemicals, and temperature extremes, while protected by PPE. May require occasional weekend work or alternate shifts to support production needs. Salary: $140,000 - $189,000 USD. This is a full-time position; compensation will be commensurate with experience. We collect personal information from applicants in connection with employment and provide privacy protections. If you have privacy-related questions, please contact privacy@redwoodmaterials.com. Equal Employment Opportunity
In accordance with applicable law, Redwood Materials is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of protected status under any applicable law. We may collect voluntary self-identification information for government reporting purposes; completion is voluntary and separate from the hiring decision. #J-18808-Ljbffr