Battery Disassembly Technician, Energy Storage

About Redwood Materials

Redwood Materials was founded in 2017 by JB Straubel, co-founder and former CTO of Tesla, on a simple but radical idea: the critical minerals powering the energy transition already exist. They just need to come back. Today Redwood is the largest lithium-ion battery recycler in North America — recovering, refining, and redeploying critical minerals from end-of-life batteries back into the supply chain. On the energy side, Redwood has deployed the largest second-life battery project in the world, delivering power to AI data centers in months rather than years using proprietary energy architecture engineered entirely in-house. The company is profitable, the market it operates in is projected to grow 20 to 50 times over the next decade, and Redwood is the only company with the supply chain, the technology, and the operational scale to lead it.

Battery Disassembly Technician, Energy Storage

The Battery Disassembly Technician performs safe, efficient, and high-quality disassembly of EV battery packs and modules within a high-volume manufacturing environment. The position requires strict adherence to high-voltage safety protocols, standardized work instructions, and continuous process improvement. 

Responsibilities will include:

• Perform safe, controlled disassembly of EV and energy storage battery packs down to module and component level, following detailed work instructions and safety standards
• Execute high-voltage isolation, verification, and handling procedures, including strict adherence to lockout/tagout (LOTO) and PPE requirements
• Sort, classify, and route battery components for reuse, recycling, or disposal in compliance with environmental and production guidelines
• Operate within a high-throughput production environment, meeting performance targets while maintaining efficiency, accuracy, and workflow continuity
• Utilize hand tools, power tools, and electrical diagnostic equipment to support disassembly, inspection, and basic troubleshooting tasks
• Safely handle, transport, and lift large-format battery systems using forklifts, cranes, hoists, and rigging equipment in accordance with safety protocols
• Collaborate cross-functionally to support continuous improvement, maintain a safe and organized workspace, and ensure compliance with quality and EHS standards

Desired Qualifications:

• Operate a variety of material handling equipment and mechanical lifts (training provided). 
• Must meet all requirements for use of a full-face respirator, including medical clearance and fit testing, in accordance with OSHA and company standards. 
• Demonstrates working knowledge of mechanical fastening systems, electrical connections, and component-level disassembly techniques. 
• Prior rigging and heavy material handling experience is strongly preferred; however, training and certification will be provided for candidates with foundational mechanical aptitude. 
• Supports field operations as required (up to 10% travel) for battery system decommissioning, including on-site disassembly and material recovery. 
• Position includes additional internal and external trainings such as LOTO, Lifting/Rigging and High voltage Battery Basics etc. 
• A Passion for sustainability and making the world a better place!

The position is full-time. Compensation will be commensurate with experience.

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