Director, Federal Affairs

Director, Federal Affairs 

Redwood Materials is seeking a Director of Federal Affairs, to lead our engagement with the U.S. government, federal agencies, and the Administration on issues central to building a domestic critical materials supply chain and advancing America’s energy dominance.

In this role, you will shape and execute Redwood’s federal strategy across legislative, regulatory, and executive branches—driving policies that strengthen U.S. energy storage, critical materials, and manufacturing competitiveness. You’ll work closely with senior leadership to identify and pursue opportunities that advance Redwood’s priorities through engagement with the White House, Congress, and key agencies such as the Department of Energy, Department of Defense, and Treasury.

This is a high-impact, cross-functional position requiring exceptional strategic judgment, policy fluency, and relationship management. The ideal candidate brings deep experience navigating federal processes, translating complex technical and business objectives into actionable policy goals, and building coalitions to achieve them. This position will be based in Washington D.C.

Responsibilities will include:

• 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.

Desired Qualifications:

• 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. 

Physical Requirements: 

• 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

Working Conditions:

• On-site work preferred with some flexibility
• Fast-paced, collaborative team setting with cross-functional interactions
• Occasional extended hours during peak procurement cycles or project deadline
• Occasional to frequent travel for meetings, site visits, or events