Are you ready to build America’s energy future? Form Energy is an American manufacturing and energy technology company. We’re revolutionizing energy storage with cost-effective, multi-day technology designed to keep the electric grid secure and reliable, even during extended periods of stress. By strengthening the electric system and reimagining what’s possible, we’re giving clean energy a whole new form! In recent years, Form Energy has earned a number of accolades, including being named by TIME as a “Best Invention”, MIT Technology Review as a “Top Climate Tech Company To Watch”, and Fast Company as “One of the Next Big Things In Tech”. We are making rapid progress on our mission of delivering energy storage for a better world, and our team is growing just as rapidly to meet demand. We have signed contracts with leading electric utilities across the United States and production of our iron-air batteries is underway at our first high-volume manufacturing facility in West Virginia. Working for Form Energy is more than just a job, it’s a chance to be part of something extraordinary. And now - right as we significantly scale up battery manufacturing -  might be the most exciting moment in the company’s history to join. We are assembling a team of highly talented and driven 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.<h2>Role Description</h2>Form Energy is hiring a Manufacturing Engineering Manager to lead our pack assembly area. In this pivotal role, you will bridge the gap between initial product design and high-volume production, overseeing the entire lifecycle of battery module and pack assembly processes. You will be responsible for building and mentoring a high-performing engineering team while spearheading the procurement and commissioning of cutting-edge manufacturing equipment.The ideal candidate is a technical expert in Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Lean principles, possessing the project management prowess to navigate complex product launches and knowing how to advance the manufacturing design effectively. If you have a proven track record of scaling production environments and a passion for optimizing complex assembly lines, we want to hear from you<h3>What you'll do:</h3><ul style=""><li>Lead and manage the manufacturing engineering team for pack assembly areas.</li><li>Develop, implement, and optimize manufacturing processes for battery module and pack assembly.</li><li>Spearhead the procurement, installation, and commissioning of manufacturing equipment, including developing detailed user requirement specifications (URS) and leading factory and site acceptance testing (FAT/SAT).</li><li>Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance production efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness.</li><li>Collaborate with design engineering during the product development phase to ensure new products are designed for manufacturability (DFM) and assembly (DFA).</li><li>Lead technical discussions with internal design partners, external suppliers, and integrators.</li><li>Manage all manufacturing engineering phases of a product launch, from early-stage design reviews to line commissioning and production ramp-up.</li><li>Mentor and develop a team of manufacturing engineers.</li><li>Utilize project management software like Jira to track project timelines, tasks, and deliverables.</li></ul><h3>What you'll bring:</h3><ul style=""><li>7+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering, with 1-3 years of experience leading an engineering team.</li><li>Demonstrated experience in manufacturing equipment procurement, setup, and commissioning, including a clear understanding of equipment qualification and validation protocols.</li><li>Strong understanding of lean manufacturing principles and their application in a high-volume production environment.</li><li>Demonstrated experience in a process engineering capacity, with a track record of developing and optimizing new manufacturing processes.</li><li>Proven ability to manage the full lifecycle of a manufacturing project, from initial concept to full-scale production.</li><li>Exceptional organizational skills and experience with project management tools, with a preference for Jira.</li><li>A solid technical background with the ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with design teams in the early stages of product development.</li><li>Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Manufacturing engineering</li></ul><h3>Where you'll work</h3>This role is based at Form Factory 1 in Weirton, WV—an easy commute from the city of Pittsburgh, PA. This 550,000-square-foot facility is our hub for high-volume battery production and a leader in the new era of American energy manufacturing. Relocation assistance is available. <div><div style="width:100%;height:0;padding-bottom:56.338%;"></div></div> #LI-DL1Humanity 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 America’s energy future, we need everyone at the table. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply to our open jobs. If you may require reasonable accommodations to participate in our interview process, please contact accommodations@formenergy.com. Requests for accommodations will be treated with discretion. Form Energy is committed to maintaining the privacy of our applicants. Please be aware that we will never solicit sensitive personal information such as Social Security numbers or bank account details during the recruiting or hiring process.

We are developing a new class of cost-effective, multi-day energy storage systems that will enable a reliable and fully-renewable electric grid year-round.

Manager, Manufacturing Engineering, Pack Assembly

Are you ready to build America’s energy future? Form Energy is an American manufacturing and energy technology company. We’re revolutionizing energy storage with cost-effective, multi-day technology designed to keep the electric grid secure and reliable, even during extended periods of stress. By strengthening the electric system and reimagining what’s possible, we’re giving clean energy a whole new form! In recent years, Form Energy has earned a number of accolades, including being named by TIME as a “Best Invention”, MIT Technology Review as a “Top Climate Tech Company To Watch”, and Fast Company as “One of the Next Big Things In Tech”. We are making rapid progress on our mission of delivering energy storage for a better world, and our team is growing just as rapidly to meet demand. We have signed contracts with leading electric utilities across the United States and production of our iron-air batteries is underway at our first high-volume manufacturing facility in West Virginia. Working for Form Energy is more than just a job, it’s a chance to be part of something extraordinary. And now - right as we significantly scale up battery manufacturing -  might be the most exciting moment in the company’s history to join. We are assembling a team of highly talented and driven 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.<h2>Role Description</h2>Form Energy is hiring a Manufacturing Engineering Manager to lead our pack assembly area. In this pivotal role, you will bridge the gap between initial product design and high-volume production, overseeing the entire lifecycle of battery module and pack assembly processes. You will be responsible for building and mentoring a high-performing engineering team while spearheading the procurement and commissioning of cutting-edge manufacturing equipment.The ideal candidate is a technical expert in Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Lean principles, possessing the project management prowess to navigate complex product launches and knowing how to advance the manufacturing design effectively. If you have a proven track record of scaling production environments and a passion for optimizing complex assembly lines, we want to hear from you<h3>What you'll do:</h3><ul><li>Lead and manage the manufacturing engineering team for pack assembly areas.</li><li>Develop, implement, and optimize manufacturing processes for battery module and pack assembly.</li><li>Spearhead the procurement, installation, and commissioning of manufacturing equipment, including developing detailed user requirement specifications (URS) and leading factory and site acceptance testing (FAT/SAT).</li><li>Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance production efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness.</li><li>Collaborate with design engineering during the product development phase to ensure new products are designed for manufacturability (DFM) and assembly (DFA).</li><li>Lead technical discussions with internal design partners, external suppliers, and integrators.</li><li>Manage all manufacturing engineering phases of a product launch, from early-stage design reviews to line commissioning and production ramp-up.</li><li>Mentor and develop a team of manufacturing engineers.</li><li>Utilize project management software like Jira to track project timelines, tasks, and deliverables.</li></ul><h3>What you'll bring:</h3><ul><li>7+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering, with 1-3 years of experience leading an engineering team.</li><li>Demonstrated experience in manufacturing equipment procurement, setup, and commissioning, including a clear understanding of equipment qualification and validation protocols.</li><li>Strong understanding of lean manufacturing principles and their application in a high-volume production environment.</li><li>Demonstrated experience in a process engineering capacity, with a track record of developing and optimizing new manufacturing processes.</li><li>Proven ability to manage the full lifecycle of a manufacturing project, from initial concept to full-scale production.</li><li>Exceptional organizational skills and experience with project management tools, with a preference for Jira.</li><li>A solid technical background with the ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with design teams in the early stages of product development.</li><li>Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Manufacturing engineering</li></ul><h3>Where you'll work</h3>This role is based at Form Factory 1 in Weirton, WV—an easy commute from the city of Pittsburgh, PA. This 550,000-square-foot facility is our hub for high-volume battery production and a leader in the new era of American energy manufacturing. Relocation assistance is available. <div><div></div></div> #LI-DL1Humanity 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 America’s energy future, we need everyone at the table. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply to our open jobs. If you may require reasonable accommodations to participate in our interview process, please contact accommodations@formenergy.com. Requests for accommodations will be treated with discretion. Form Energy is committed to maintaining the privacy of our applicants. Please be aware that we will never solicit sensitive personal information such as Social Security numbers or bank account details during the recruiting or hiring process.

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