Mechanical Engineering Intern

Redwood Materials • Reno, NV

40d

About The Position

Redwood Materials is localizing a global battery supply chain that seamlessly integrates recovery, reuse, and 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 Engineering Intern/Co-op
Redwood Materials is seeking an entrepreneurial Mechanical Engineering intern or co-op to support our pilot and commercial scale production operations during the Summer 2026 timeline.

Requirements

• Pursuing a B.S. or advanced degree in mechanical engineering or a closely related discipline.
• Prior engineering internship experience with a leading technology or manufacturing company.
• Hands-on experience building products or projects in the workshop or lab and living with your own designs in a functional environment.
• 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.
• Wear proper PPE when necessary.
• Split work environment between office and the production facility.
• Work may involve extended periods of working in the production facility.
• Ability to work in challenging working conditions which may include exposure to noise, dust, chemicals, and temperature extremes, while protected by PPE, for extended periods of time.
• Willingness to contribute at all levels of the organization.
• The position is full-time.

Nice To Haves

• Coursework and/or experience with thermodynamics, gas combustion and chemical processes preferred.
• Working knowledge of major mechanical design software packages.
• Coursework and/or experience with automation and programmable control systems.
• Highly self-motivated, entrepreneurial mindset.

Responsibilities

• Leading and supporting technical design and specification of new mechanical processing equipment and manufacturing facilities.
• Conducting high-level technical troubleshooting of equipment and electromechanical systems.
• Developing prototypes, research projects, and experiments for new processes.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern