Staff Mechanical Design Engineer, Big Machines
Redwoodmaterials•5h ago
United StatesOnsiteFull-timeStaff Level7+ yrs exp
Top focus
Staff EngineerDesign Systems
- About Redwood Materials
- Redwood is localizing a global battery supply chain that seamlessly integrates recovery, reuse
- recycling — keeping critical minerals in circulation and driving the energy transition. Founded in 2017, 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.
- Mechanical Design Engineer, Big Machines
- Do you want to design and build robust, industrial-scale machinery from the ground up? Join the Big Machines team at Redwood Materials
- we develop high-performance equipment—such as 200 ton kilns, meter long knife gates, rotary seals
- complex 30m+ conveyance systems—built to operate reliably at 900°C in some of the most corrosive, debris-laden environments on Earth.
- Our team partners closely with engineering leadership to solve large-scale mechanical challenges as we scale cutting-edge technologies that drive the circular battery economy. By increasing the reach of recycled and sustainable materials, we are transforming the global battery supply chain. As a member of the Big Machines team, you’ll collaborate with high caliber engineers to design, fabricate
- deploy critical production assets. We’re looking for creative problem solvers who can tackle complex mechanical systems—people who think both tactically and strategically to deliver durable, long-term solutions. If you’re ready to make a tangible impact on the future of sustainable manufacturing, we want to hear from you.
- 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 rates
- Execute structural sizing, mechanism design, hardware fabrication, and activation testing to deliver results on projects
- Create detailed models and engineering prints in SolidWorks
- Perform engineering hand calculations and analysis to size structures and mechanisms
- Support machine activation alongside controls engineering teams and perform development testing with production engineering teams
- Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline
- Experience using a CAD software design package such as SolidWorks, NX, CATIA, or Pro/ENGINEER
- 2+ years of professional experience designing and analyzing mechanical structures
- Preferred Qualifications
- 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, including daily interactions with engineers, maintenance, suppliers, and leadership
- Experience working in a production facility with heavy equipment and industrial machinery
- Experience managing large CAD assembly models and engineering drawings
- Experience with finite element analysis (FEA)
- Experience with statistical data collection, analysis, and reporting
- Experience designing and fabricating welded structures
- Experience designing and testing mechanical mechanisms
- Experience with basic electrical engineering components, including servos, actuators, and sensor integration
- Strong understanding and application of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
- Hands-on experience with equipment manufacturing and implementation
- Self-motivated approach with a hands-on mindset and strong initiative
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Passion for sustainability and clean energy technology
- In accordance with California pay transparency laws, the salary range for this position is listed below. Actual compensation may vary based on a variety of factors, including experience, education, and skills.
- California
- The position is full-time. Compensation will be commensurate with experience.
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