Electrician Jobs at Redwood Materials with Visa Sponsorship
Electrician jobs at Redwood Materials sit at the intersection of high-voltage industrial systems and clean energy manufacturing, requiring hands-on expertise with complex electrical infrastructure. Redwood Materials has a demonstrated track record of sponsoring work visas across multiple categories for skilled trades, making it a realistic target for internationally qualified candidates.
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Redwood 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.
Electrician
Redwood Materials is looking for a motivated and accomplished Journeyman Electrician to join the Facilities Infrastructure Engineering and Construction team to work on all phases of our industrial construction projects. This will include our greenfield recycling and production facilities as well as retrofitting existing operational facilities. Skills in all areas of electrical are not necessarily required, but the job can and will involve a variety of electrical disciplines and a strong candidate will be able to perform a variety of electrical tasks from distribution power, lighting and control panels to low voltage to fire alarms.
Responsibilities:
- Working as a team with the entire construction department, the construction electrician performs a new installation of: power distribution, transformers, and lighting, temporary construction power and electrical equipment up to 480 VAC.
- Maintaining and troubleshooting various types of electrical components.
- Use of complex electrical schematics and blueprints to plan work scopes, install requested improvements, and troubleshoot and correct problems.
- Consulting manuals, reading and interpreting diagrams, P&IDs, blueprints, and schematics.
- Performing a wide variety of job scopes.
- Displaying a positive attitude and practicing good work ethic that reflects the mission, philosophy, and goals of the company.
- Completing tasks in a timely manner and providing feedback to internal teams.
Desired Qualifications:
- Must have a minimum of 5+ years of Electrician journeyman level or higher experience in industrial or commercial settings
- Knowledge in using hand tools, electrical meter, and testing equipment
- Efficient in sizing conductors, conduits and using NEC Code Book.
- Experienced in handling low to high voltage up to 480 VAC.
- Experience in medium voltage a plus.
- Strong knowledge in installing and troubleshooting of PLCs, motor controls, drives, and electronic components a plus.
- Ability to interpret electrical prints and schematics.
- Ability to install electrical equipment and circuit modification.
- Ability to produce parts lists and work plans based off drawings or field walks and routing.
- Ability to produce as-built drawing for work performed.
- Ability to test and commission all work per Redwood Materials procedures and building department code.
- Ability to complete job scopes outside of normal core competencies as required.
- Strong working knowledge of job site safety with the ability to thoroughly evaluate job hazards and complete pre-work task planning with an emphasis on identifying electrical hazards and proper safety procedures.
- Ability to work in high elevation up to 60 ft. high.
- Must have strong interpersonal skills, along with the ability to interact with all levels of management; must have a high degree of initiative, and the ability to work alone and effectively with other people
- A passion for sustainability and making the world a better place!
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
- Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards
- Must be able to lift and carry up to 100 lbs.
- Must be able to bend, lift, and carry objects over 50 lbs.
- Must be able to walk up and down stairs carrying weight.
- Must be able to talk, listen and speak clearly on telephone
Working Conditions:
- Environment, such as office or outdoors and inclement weather conditions.
- Exposures encountered, such as hazardous materials, loud noise, fires, or extreme heat/cold.
- Essential physical requirements, such as climbing, standing, stooping, or typing.
- Required to work weekends, nights, or be on-call as a regular part of the job.
The position is full-time. Compensation will be commensurate with experience.
We collect personal information (PI) from you in connection with your application for employment with Redwood Materials, including the following categories of PI: identifiers, personal records, professional or employment information, and inferences drawn from your PI. We collect your PI for our purposes, including performing services and operations related to your potential employment. If you have additional privacy-related questions, please contact us at privacy@redwoodmaterials.com.
About Redwood Materials
Redwood 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.
Electrician
Redwood Materials is looking for a motivated and accomplished Journeyman Electrician to join the Facilities Infrastructure Engineering and Construction team to work on all phases of our industrial construction projects. This will include our greenfield recycling and production facilities as well as retrofitting existing operational facilities. Skills in all areas of electrical are not necessarily required, but the job can and will involve a variety of electrical disciplines and a strong candidate will be able to perform a variety of electrical tasks from distribution power, lighting and control panels to low voltage to fire alarms.
Responsibilities:
- Working as a team with the entire construction department, the construction electrician performs a new installation of: power distribution, transformers, and lighting, temporary construction power and electrical equipment up to 480 VAC.
- Maintaining and troubleshooting various types of electrical components.
- Use of complex electrical schematics and blueprints to plan work scopes, install requested improvements, and troubleshoot and correct problems.
- Consulting manuals, reading and interpreting diagrams, P&IDs, blueprints, and schematics.
- Performing a wide variety of job scopes.
- Displaying a positive attitude and practicing good work ethic that reflects the mission, philosophy, and goals of the company.
- Completing tasks in a timely manner and providing feedback to internal teams.
Desired Qualifications:
- Must have a minimum of 5+ years of Electrician journeyman level or higher experience in industrial or commercial settings
- Knowledge in using hand tools, electrical meter, and testing equipment
- Efficient in sizing conductors, conduits and using NEC Code Book.
- Experienced in handling low to high voltage up to 480 VAC.
- Experience in medium voltage a plus.
- Strong knowledge in installing and troubleshooting of PLCs, motor controls, drives, and electronic components a plus.
- Ability to interpret electrical prints and schematics.
- Ability to install electrical equipment and circuit modification.
- Ability to produce parts lists and work plans based off drawings or field walks and routing.
- Ability to produce as-built drawing for work performed.
- Ability to test and commission all work per Redwood Materials procedures and building department code.
- Ability to complete job scopes outside of normal core competencies as required.
- Strong working knowledge of job site safety with the ability to thoroughly evaluate job hazards and complete pre-work task planning with an emphasis on identifying electrical hazards and proper safety procedures.
- Ability to work in high elevation up to 60 ft. high.
- Must have strong interpersonal skills, along with the ability to interact with all levels of management; must have a high degree of initiative, and the ability to work alone and effectively with other people
- A passion for sustainability and making the world a better place!
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
- Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards
- Must be able to lift and carry up to 100 lbs.
- Must be able to bend, lift, and carry objects over 50 lbs.
- Must be able to walk up and down stairs carrying weight.
- Must be able to talk, listen and speak clearly on telephone
Working Conditions:
- Environment, such as office or outdoors and inclement weather conditions.
- Exposures encountered, such as hazardous materials, loud noise, fires, or extreme heat/cold.
- Essential physical requirements, such as climbing, standing, stooping, or typing.
- Required to work weekends, nights, or be on-call as a regular part of the job.
The position is full-time. Compensation will be commensurate with experience.
We collect personal information (PI) from you in connection with your application for employment with Redwood Materials, including the following categories of PI: identifiers, personal records, professional or employment information, and inferences drawn from your PI. We collect your PI for our purposes, including performing services and operations related to your potential employment. If you have additional privacy-related questions, please contact us at privacy@redwoodmaterials.com.
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Certify your electrical credentials for U.S. standards
State-level journeyman or master electrician licensure requirements vary, but Redwood Materials operates large-scale manufacturing facilities where NFPA 70E and OSHA electrical safety credentials carry real weight. Research Nevada's licensing reciprocity rules before you apply.
Target Redwood Materials' battery manufacturing expansion roles
Redwood Materials hires electricians specifically for lithium-ion battery recycling and cathode manufacturing facilities. Frame your experience around industrial automation, high-voltage DC systems, or PLC troubleshooting to align with the infrastructure their plants actually run on.
Search Redwood Materials openings through Migrate Mate
Redwood Materials sponsors across several visa categories for skilled roles. Use Migrate Mate to filter electrician openings by visa type so you're only applying to roles where your specific sponsorship need is already confirmed.
Clarify your visa category before submitting applications
Redwood Materials has sponsored H-1B, E-3, TN, and F-1 OPT candidates. Knowing which category fits your nationality and status before you reach the offer stage lets you answer recruiter questions about timing and filing requirements without hesitation.
Anticipate the LCA filing step in your timeline
For H-1B and E-3 sponsorship, your employer must file a Labor Condition Application with the DOL before USCIS processing begins. Build at least four to six weeks of LCA lead time into your start date conversation with the Redwood Materials recruiting team.
Document hands-on industrial electrical experience precisely
USCIS scrutinizes specialty occupation classification for electrician roles. Emphasize systems-level work, such as switchgear installation, high-voltage commissioning, or industrial control integration, rather than general maintenance tasks when building your petition support documents.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Redwood Materials sponsor H-1B visas for Electricians?
Yes, Redwood Materials sponsors H-1B visas for qualified electricians. Because H-1B classification requires demonstrating a specialty occupation, your application is strongest when your role involves advanced electrical systems work, such as high-voltage industrial infrastructure or complex PLC-controlled manufacturing equipment, rather than general maintenance. Your employer files the petition with USCIS after securing a certified Labor Condition Application from the DOL.
How do I apply for Electrician jobs at Redwood Materials?
Applications go through Redwood Materials' careers portal, where electrician openings are listed by facility and function. Before applying, confirm the role explicitly supports visa sponsorship for your category. Migrate Mate lets you browse verified Redwood Materials electrician openings filtered by visa type, so you can prioritize roles that already match your sponsorship situation before submitting anything.
Which visa types are commonly used for Electrician roles at Redwood Materials?
Redwood Materials has sponsored candidates across H-1B, E-3 visa, TN visa, EB-2, EB-3, F-1 OPT, and F-1 CPT categories for skilled roles at their facilities. Australian citizens are well-positioned for the E-3 visa, which has no lottery and allows biennial renewals. Canadian and Mexican nationals in qualifying electrical occupations may be eligible for TN visa status. F-1 OPT and CPT candidates typically need engineering or technical degree programs that align with the role's specialty occupation framing.
What qualifications does Redwood Materials expect for sponsored Electrician positions?
Redwood Materials' electrician roles are embedded in active battery manufacturing and recycling operations, so hands-on experience with industrial electrical systems is the baseline expectation. Relevant credentials include journeyman licensure, NFPA 70E arc flash safety training, and documented experience with high-voltage DC systems, PLCs, or variable frequency drives. For visa sponsorship purposes, specialty occupation framing requires that your background demonstrates technical complexity beyond general construction or maintenance work.
How do I think about timing when pursuing sponsored Electrician roles at Redwood Materials?
Timing depends on your visa category. H-1B petitions are subject to an annual cap with a lottery in March, which means offers and filing must align months before your intended start date. E-3 and TN visas move faster and can be processed consularly in weeks rather than months. For F-1 OPT candidates, the 60-day grace period after your program ends is a hard deadline. Confirm your preferred start date and category with the recruiter early in the process.