Are you ready to build America’s clean energy future with the team that will deliver? Form Energy is an American energy technology and manufacturing company. We are pioneering a new class of iron-air batteries to enable our electric grid to run on renewable, reliable, and affordable energy, every day of the year.

Form Energy has been recognized by TIME as “One of the Best Inventions of 2023” for its battery technology and by MIT Technology Review as a “Top Climate Tech Company to Watch”. We are making rapid progress on our mission of delivering energy storage for a better world, and are growing just as rapidly to meet demand. Our team has more than doubled in size in the past year, and continues to expand every day. We have signed contracts with leading electric utilities across the United States. Pilot production of our iron-air batteries has already begun, and later this year, production will take off to high volumes at our new factory in West Virginia.

Working for Form Energy is more than just a job, it’s a chance to be part of something extraordinary. And right now might be the most exciting moment in the company’s history to join. We are assembling a team of some of the most talented and motivated individuals across the country. Driven by our core values of humanity, excellence, and creativity, our team is determined to deliver on our mission and transform the energy landscape for the better.

Feeling energized to make a meaningful impact on the world? Then keep reading - you’ve come to the right place.

Role Description

We are seeking a Process Engineer to join the rapidly growing NPI Operations team here at Form Energy. In this role, you will play a crucial role in optimizing our existing production processes. Your expertise in process engineering will contribute to the production of our product from raw materials to final stages. Your desire to streamline processes and improve efficiency with data-based decisions will allow you to make big and small improvements that have a direct impact on our scaled operations. This is an opportunity to roll up your sleeves and have a direct impact on a first of its kind technology and manufacturing line.

This role will start onsite in Eighty Four, PA and then transition to Weirton, WV in 2024 upon completion of our factory construction. Relocation assistance is available.

What you'll do:

• Develop and implement new processes and procedures to optimize and sustain the battery production processes, improve quality, and increase efficiency
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and solve production issues while maintaining product quality standards
• Conduct root cause analysis and develop corrective and preventive actions to improve processes, equipment, and systems
• Develop, monitor, and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) to identify areas for improvement and ensure that targets are met or exceeded
• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and company policies related to environmental, health, and safety
• Support the usage of PLM, MES, ERP systems, and other tools related to manufacturing and sustainability
• Support factory layout/optimization efforts, capacity planning, scalability plans, crew cycling, tool cycling, etc.

What you'll bring:

• Minimum of Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Materials, or Manufacturing Engineering, or related field, or equivalent
• Experience in production engineering or manufacturing
• Experience working with other engineering departments to improve the manufacturability of a products and processes (DFMA & PFMEAs) and implementing controls for risk mitigation
• Experience with lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies, in addition to using SPCs in a production environment
• Ability to analyze complex data and develop effective, data driven solutions
• Willingness to be hands on to solve problems, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment where changes in design and processes are expected

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Humanity is a cornerstone of Form Energy’s culture, and we make sure our compensation and benefits reflect that. Form Energy offers competitive salaries, stock options, and a holistic benefits package to ensure all employees have what they need to thrive while working here.

When it comes to you and your family’s health, we cover 100% of medical, dental, and vision premiums for full-time employees - and 80% of healthcare premiums for dependents. This starts from day one. We also offer at least 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents (up to 20 weeks for birthing parents), and generous vacation policies to give employees time to recharge when needed.

To build a clean and equitable energy future, we need everyone at the table. We strive to form a team as diverse as the communities we will serve with our technology, and are committed to maintaining an inclusive environment for all employees. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply to our open jobs.