Are you ready to build Americas 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, its a chance to be part of something extraordinary. And right now might be the most exciting moment in the companys 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 – youve come to the right place.
The Test Infrastructure team at Form Energy is hiring a Sr. Test Equipment Design Engineer (Electrical) for our Test Infrastructure team in Berkeley, CA. Reporting to the Manager of Test Infrastructure (CA), this role works collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team to deliver battery test systems that enable the development of Form Energys multi-day batteries. You will interface with partner teams across the organization to understand functional requirements and deliver robust solutions.
This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the scaling of our battery technology and be part of the growth of a fast-moving company with breakthrough technology and an incredible mission!
Lead the electrical and electromechanical design of Form Energys battery test systems, including power distribution, harnessing, and data collection.
Create robust documentation for electrical subsystems including 2D schematics and 3D CAD modeling for electrical panels, PCBs, etc.
Contribute to component selection and oversee the integration of electrical systems with test equipment, ensuring correct wiring and functionality of components. Troubleshoot and resolve issues to maintain system reliability and efficiency.
Perform engineering analyses such as power consumption, circuit protection, conductor sizing, component level FMEAs, etc.
Collaborate on the design/development of custom liquid-handling, electromechanical and electrical systems in support of test stand improvements and simplification.
Stay abreast of industry trends and technological advancements. Propose and drive improvements in electrical design to maintain cutting-edge performance and reliability.
Work closely with engineers, technicians, and project managers to support the deployment and maintenance of test systems. Provide technical support and training to ensure effective use of battery systems.
Degree in electrical engineering, electronics, or related field and 3-5 years of experience with test systems.
Proven experience in designing and developing electrical systems, with a strong focus on power distribution, harnessing and data collection.
Hands-on expertise with electrical panel design to UL508A standards, Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), and PID control systems.
Proficiency in eCAD packages like AutoCAD Electrical or RapidHarness, demonstrating the ability to create and manage complex electrical and mechanical designs.
Familiarity with mCAD packages such as Solidworks or NX
Experience working with data acquisition systems (Keysight, National Instruments, etc.)
Experience working with scripted programming languages like Python
Experience in the utilization and development of custom PLC/HMI systems.
Experience designing test equipment for use in medium- to high-volume design validation and/or manufacturing environments.
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, with the ability to address and resolve issues related to control systems and automation components.
Excellent collaboration skills, with a track record of working effectively with cross-functional teams, engineers, technicians, and project managers to support system deployment and maintenance.
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Humanity is a cornerstone of Form Energys 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 familys 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.
Compensation Range: $128.7K – $159.7K