Tom Troxell
About Tom Troxell
Tom Troxell is a Production Engineering Manager at Redwood Materials, where he leads a team of 12 engineers at a Li-ion battery recycling facility. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Chemical and Metallurgical Engineering and has experience in various roles within the metallurgical field, emphasizing safety and cost efficiency.
Current Role at Redwood Materials
Tom Troxell serves as the Production Engineering Manager at Redwood Materials, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he manages a team of 12 multidisciplinary engineers at a lithium-ion battery recycling facility located in Nevada, United States. His responsibilities include overseeing production processes and ensuring operational efficiency within the facility.
Previous Experience at Glencore
Prior to his current role, Tom Troxell worked at Glencore in various capacities. He began as an Undergraduate Metallurgist from 2017 to 2018, followed by a position as Plant Metallurgist from 2018 to 2021. He later advanced to Senior Metallurgist, where he worked from 2021 to 2022. His experience at Glencore provided him with a solid foundation in metallurgical processes and engineering.
Education and Qualifications
Tom Troxell has a strong educational background in engineering and finance. He studied Chemical and Metallurgical Engineering at The University of Queensland, earning a Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) with First Class Honours from 2015 to 2018. He later pursued a Graduate Certificate in Finance at Griffith University from 2021 to 2022. Additionally, he completed his secondary education at Good Shepherd Catholic College in Mount Isa from 2010 to 2014.
Focus Areas in Engineering
In his engineering roles, Tom Troxell emphasizes safety, cost efficiency, and environmentally sound production practices. His focus areas include process, mechanical, and project engineering, particularly within the battery recycling industry. This focus aligns with the growing demand for sustainable practices in engineering and production.