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Weirton, West Virginia, United States
Onsite
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.
Form Energy is hiring a process engineering technician to support our operations engineering team. In this role, you will be involved in engineering projects, new process deployment, and continuous improvement in partnership with production teams. This is an exciting opportunity to help shape and be part of the growth of a fast-moving company with breakthrough technology and an incredible mission!
Monitor and maintain production processes, equipment, and parameters to ensure consistent quality and efficiency.
Conduct regular audits and data analysis to identify deviations, trends, and opportunities for process enhancements.
Assist in equipment commissioning.
Troubleshoot equipment issues, implement corrective actions, and identify areas for improvement both independently and cross-functionally.
Contribute to the development of standard operating procedures (SOPs) and work instructions (WIs).
Adhere to safety protocols and guidelines, promoting a culture of safety throughout the facility.
Communicate and collaborate effectively with team members and supervisors, providing updates on process performance and project statuses.
At least 3 years of experience in manufacturing environments.
Strong demonstrated mechanical aptitude for manufacturing equipment and processes
Experience monitoring processes in an assembly, production, or related industry, including strip charts, PI/OSI, run charts, etc.
Capable of identifying and troubleshooting problems independently when the existing “manual” doesn't have the answer
Proficient in digital documentation, including the ability to accurately enter data and navigate basic spreadsheets
Detail-oriented mindset with a commitment to maintaining accurate records and documentation.
Strong communication and teamwork skills for effective collaboration within a dynamic production environment.
Adherence to safety protocols and a proactive approach to promoting a safe working environment.
Basic electrical competence desired but not required
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.
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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 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.