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Staff Process Wastewater Engineer

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Posted on 6/3/2024

Redwood Materials

Redwood Materials

501-1,000 employees

Recycles batteries for domestic material supply

Energy
Social Impact

Mid, Senior

McCarran, NV, USA

Category
Environmental Engineering
Architecture & Civil Engineering
Requirements
  • B.S. degree in Environmental, Mechanical, Civil, or Chemical Engineering; M.S. degree preferred
  • Experience designing water and wastewater projects and preparing construction documents including drawings, P&IDs, specifications, control narratives, technical memoranda, etc. is required
  • Minimum 6 years of similar experience required; 6-8 years of increasing responsibility in related experience preferred
  • Professionally registered (Mechanical, Environmental, or Civil) engineer required; license must be current and in good standing
  • Experience with industrial water treatment systems, including purification, reverse osmosis, filtration, liquid/solids separation, evaporation/crystallization, Zero Liquid Discharge
  • Experience performing engineering calculations using computer software (Excel, Mathcad, etc.) is preferred
  • Experience writing and editing equipment and piping specifications is preferred
Responsibilities
  • Execute engineering work on water projects including wastewater treatment, water treatment, advanced treatment, Zero Liquid Discharge, and pumping and conveyance
  • Work on engineering designs preparing reports, construction plans, specifications, calculations, equipment selection, and cost estimates for various water and wastewater projects
  • Prepare and stamp engineering drawings, calculations, process and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs), specifications, and technical reports for a variety of internal projects.
  • Ability to create custom water system designs for permitting, fabrication, and construction to support manufacturing and facilities.
  • Ability to review shop drawings to ensure quality and accuracy prior to distribution, modify drawings as changes occur in the field, and expedite the updates to not impact construction schedule.
  • Effectively communicate with project engineers, mechanical designers, in-house fabricators, installers, and other team members during the design and construction process.
  • Design well thought out and cost-effective solutions fully coordinated with surrounding Architectural, Structural and MEP elements.

Redwood Materials focuses on battery recycling and the supply chain for lithium-ion batteries. The company recycles used batteries to produce domestic sources of anode and cathode materials, which are essential for battery production. This process not only reduces costs but also addresses sustainability concerns by minimizing the environmental impact associated with transporting critical metals over long distances. Unlike many competitors who rely on overseas sources for these materials, Redwood Materials provides a local solution for U.S. cell manufacturers, helping them to lower expenses and enhance their sustainability efforts. The goal of Redwood Materials is to support the growing demand for lithium-ion batteries, which is expected to increase significantly in the coming years, by creating a more efficient and environmentally friendly supply chain.

Company Stage

Series D

Total Funding

$3.8B

Headquarters

Carson City, Nevada

Founded

2017

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

14%

1 year growth

35%

2 year growth

80%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Redwood's strategic partnerships with major manufacturers like GM and Ultium Cells ensure a robust and reliable supply chain.
  • The company's expansion into Europe with the acquisition of Redux Recycling indicates strong growth potential and market diversification.
  • Redwood's focus on sustainability and reducing environmental impact aligns with global trends towards electrification and green energy, making it an attractive employer for those passionate about sustainability.

What critics are saying

  • The high capital expenditure for facilities like the $3.5 billion South Carolina plant could strain financial resources if market conditions change.
  • Dependence on partnerships with major manufacturers means that any disruption in these relationships could significantly impact Redwood's supply chain.

What makes Redwood Materials unique

  • Redwood Materials focuses on recycling and repurposing batteries to produce domestic anode and cathode materials, unlike competitors who rely on overseas procurement.
  • Their partnership with major industry players like General Motors and Ultium Cells provides Redwood with a steady stream of production scrap, ensuring a consistent supply of raw materials.
  • The company's large-scale facility investments, such as the $3.5 billion plant in South Carolina, position them as a significant player in the North American battery supply chain.

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