Redwood Materials · 1 month ago
Director, Federal Affairs
United States
Full-time
Remote
Director/Executive
10+ years expRedwood Materials is localizing a global battery supply chain and is seeking a Director of Federal Affairs to lead engagement with the U.S. government on critical materials supply chain issues. This role involves shaping and executing federal strategy while driving policies that enhance U.S. energy storage and manufacturing competitiveness.
Advanced MaterialsBatteryElectric VehicleRenewable EnergySustainability
Responsibilities
Lead development and execution of Redwood’s federal policy and advocacy strategy across legislative, regulatory, and executive arenas
Analyze federal legislation, rulemakings, and policy trends to identify risks and opportunities; develop and implement strategic action plans that advance organizational priorities
Serve as a trusted advocate and representative for Redwood before Congress, federal agencies, trade associations, and policy coalitions
Cultivate and sustain strong relationships with members of Congress, agency officials, the Administration and key energy and critical minerals stakeholders
Coordinate closely with internal teams to ensure policy alignment and cohesive external messaging
Advise and brief executive leadership on policy, strategy, and stakeholder engagement; prepare leadership for high-level meetings and testimony
Qualification
Required
10+ years of federal government relations experience required, preferably within the critical minerals or energy sectors
Demonstrated ability to build and maintain trusted relationships across Congress, the Administration, key agencies and the industry
Deep understanding of U.S. energy, manufacturing, and critical minerals policy
Proven success shaping or influencing federal policy outcomes and leading high-stakes advocacy campaigns
Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills, with the ability to translate complex technical and business information into compelling policy positions
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, adept at briefing executives and conveying complex policy issues clearly and persuasively
Ability to travel as needed
A genuine passion for energy innovation and advancing America's industrial leadership
Ability to work at a computer for extended periods (up to 8 hours/day)
Occasional lifting of office supplies or documents (up to 20 lbs.)
Ability to participate in in-person meetings and travel as needed
Company
Redwood Materials
Redwood Materials is a battery recycling startup that makes electric vehicles and sustainable materials for circular supply chains.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$4.17BKey Investors
Eclipse VenturesUS Department of EnergyT. Rowe Price
2025-10-23Series E· $350M
2023-08-29Series D· $1B
2023-02-09Debt Financing· $2B
Leadership Team
JB Straubel
founder, CEO
Colin Campbell
Chief Technology Officer
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