Full-Time

Senior Industrial Engineer

Posted on 5/9/2025

Redwood Materials

Redwood Materials

501-1,000 employees

Recycles batteries for domestic material supply

No salary listed

Senior

McCarran, NV, USA

Category
Manufacturing Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Required Skills
Operations Research
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in relevant engineering discipline (mechanical, industrial, systems, etc)
  • 3+ years of industrial or manufacturing engineering experience: demonstrated capability and successful implementation of improvement projects
  • Prior experience developing business cases (examples: automation, operating plan changes, equipment selection, etc)
  • Knowledge of lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other process improvement methodologies
  • Background in operations research (examples: linear programming, discrete event simulation, etc). Proficiency is a plus
  • Prior experience with industrial scale processes and equipment
  • Strong organizational and project management skills
  • Detail-oriented with an analytical and structured approach to problem solving
  • Experience with statistical data collection, analysis, and reporting
  • Software proficiencies: Microsoft Office, 2D CAD, any linear programming software, discrete event simulation software.
Responsibilities
  • Analyze and improve manufacturing processes to enhance efficiency and reduce costs
  • Develop and implement process improvement strategies using lean manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies
  • Conduct and audit time and motion studies (work measurement) to identify bottlenecks and areas for improvement
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement new systems and processes
  • Monitor and evaluate the performance of production systems and recommend corrective actions
  • Ensure compliance with safety regulations and quality standards
  • Prepare and present reports on process improvements and operational performance.

Redwood Materials focuses on battery recycling and the supply chain for lithium-ion batteries. The company addresses the need for sustainable battery production by transforming the supply chain, which currently involves critical metals traveling long distances before reaching cell factories. By recycling batteries, Redwood Materials produces domestic sources of anode and cathode materials, which are essential for battery production. This approach not only reduces costs for U.S. cell manufacturers but also minimizes environmental impact by decreasing reliance on overseas procurement. Redwood Materials aims to support the growing demand for lithium-ion batteries, projected to increase significantly by 2030, by providing a sustainable and cost-effective solution for battery material sourcing.

Company Size

501-1,000

Company Stage

Series D

Total Funding

$3.8B

Headquarters

Carson City, Nevada

Founded

2017

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Partnerships with BMW and GM boost Redwood's market presence and credibility.
  • The $3.5 billion facility in Charleston expands production capacity significantly.
  • Collaboration with Ultium Cells enhances Redwood's role in sustainable battery manufacturing.

What critics are saying

  • Over-reliance on major partnerships could pose financial risks if they dissolve.
  • Rapid expansion may strain resources and lead to operational challenges.
  • Focus on North American production might limit global market adaptability.

What makes Redwood Materials unique

  • Redwood Materials creates a circular supply chain for lithium-ion batteries.
  • The company offers domestic anode and cathode materials from recycled batteries.
  • Redwood's recycling reduces the environmental footprint and cost of battery production.

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The Verge
Apr 14th, 2025
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Mar 27th, 2025
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Construction Briefing
Jan 9th, 2025
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Thompson joins from Redwood Materials, a manufacturing technology company that is creating an electric battery supply chain across America, where he was chief financial officer.

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Sep 19th, 2024
Redwood Materials strikes deal with BMW

Redwood Materials recently announced its partnership with BMW of North America to recycle lithium-ion batteries.

UNR Bep
Jul 31st, 2024
Battery Recycling Drop Off for Items with Rechargeable Batteries

The Lake Tahoe Electric Transportation Forum is partnering with Redwood Materials and the Nevada BEP to jointly coordinate a Battery Recycling Drop Off Center at the Forum.