Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) Designer

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.

Role Description

Form Energy is developing the next generation of grid-scale energy storage. We are seeking an Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) Designer to join our Manufacturing Control and Execution Systems (MCES) team. In this role, you will help design, build, and optimize the custom equipment powering our high-volume Iron-Air battery production.

Working under the guidance of senior engineers, you will support the entire equipment lifecycle—from initial CAD schematics to on-site deployment and continuous improvement at Form Factory 1.

Relocation assistance is available.

What you'll do:

• System Design: Develop electrical schematics and select instrumentation for industrial control systems, integrating components with PLCs, Robotics, and SCADA.

• Project Execution: Support internal projects and vendor-led builds, participating in Factory and Site Acceptance Testing (FAT/SAT) to ensure compliance with Form Energy standards.

• Operational Support: Provide hands-on troubleshooting for electrical and instrumentation issues escalated from production, focusing on downtime reduction and throughput optimization.

• Collaboration: Partner with maintenance, operators, and vendors to refine equipment designs and implement safety-driven hardware modifications.

• Compliance: Maintain rigorous documentation and ensure all designs adhere to Safety and Environmental policies.

What you'll bring:

• Experience: 2+ years of experience with a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Controls, or Mechatronics Engineering (or 10+ years of equivalent hands-on experience in automation/electromechanical systems).

• Design Tools: Proficiency in AutoCAD Electrical and/or SolidWorks Design for creating and modifying control system schematics.

• Technical Literacy: Ability to independently read, redline, and interpret complex electrical diagrams and blueprints.

• Troubleshooting: Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on repairing control components and recording technical data.

• Operational Readiness: Comfort working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, including participation in a rotating on-call schedule for off-hour escalations.

• Preferred Skills: Experience with control panel fabrication and instrumentation selection in a manufacturing setting.

Where you'll work:

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