Form Energy is developing a new class of cost-effective, multi-day energy storage systems that will enable a reliable and fully-renewable electric grid year-round. Our pioneering battery technology will entirely reshape the global electric system and give it new form.
Learn more about Form Energy at https://www.formenergy.com.
We’re always looking for outstanding people to join our team. If you’re interested, please visit https://formenergy.com/careers/.
Form Energy is a team of passionate people tackling the challenge of climate change through transformationally low cost energy storage. Our team members are active learners who enjoy working on tough technology problems in massive markets and embody our values of humanity, excellence and creativity. The company is backed by a diverse set of committed investors and we have raised over $360M to date.
Role Description
We are looking for an experienced manager in the field of test and development to help us develop our core technology by joining our growing battery and system test team. You will lead the development and continuous improvement of test processes and procedures, identifying and setting realistic timelines, setting performance metrics across the team, and managing associate managers, engineers and technicians against their deliverables. You will also create team metrics for the testing operations, and help communicate the results at all levels of the company. You will work closely with the technology development and technical operations teams to help translate simple or complex battery test protocol information into test schedules, identifying gaps in processes, equipment and capabilities, and help define solutions to resolve these.
Form Energy is committed to equitable compensation and we offer a generous benefits package to make sure you have the support you need. We cover 100% of employee premiums and 80% of dependent premiums for medical, dental, and vision insurance for full time employees. We offer a flexible Paid Time Off program and every employee, regardless of gender identity or expression, is eligible for 12 weeks of paid parental bonding leave. We offer a 401k and all employees are granted stock options. A full listing of our benefits is available on our careers page.
At Form Energy, we are working toward a 100% renewable energy future for everyone in the world. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our employees and are seeking to build a team that reflects the diversity of the people we hope to serve with our revolutionary products. Form Energy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
What You'll Do:
Participate in cross functional efforts with Technology Development teams to identify requirements for test and validation in line with the Form Energy program planDefine what test processes and scripts are required to deliver test protocols, and provide technical direction to deliver these in a timely mannerCoordinate with Data Engineering team to understand and lead opportunities to enable seamless data analysis and data entry Interacts with other engineering groups to lead the definition, documentation, investigation, execution, and post test analysis of tests at component and system levelsLead efforts to track performance of weekly metrics and present data based on statistical analysis tools that identify performance and/or test stand variabilityWhat You'll Bring:
5+ years of experience in an engineering / technology test and validation environment and 2 years leadership experienceFamiliarity with test and validation hardware and test methods such as environmental, electrical reliability and stress, vibration testing etc.Familiarity with scripting languages such as Python and/or MATLabFamiliarity with statistical analysis and using tools such as Minitab or JMP Laboratory safety and operation knowledgeExperience with lean techniques such as Six SigmaStrong communication skills at all levels of the organizationExcellent workplace organization habitsPositive attitude and appetite to learn and grow within our organizationHigh attention to detail and excellent organizational and communication skillsWillingness to share ideas to contribute to organizational and technical problem solving