Senior Electrical Engineer, Systems Integration

Are you ready to rise to the challenge of climate change with the team that will deliver? Form Energy is a U.S. technology and manufacturing company that is developing and commercializing pioneering energy storage technologies to enable the electric grid to run on 100% renewable energy, every day of the year.

Supported by leading investors such as Breakthrough Energy Ventures, ArcelorMittal, TPG Rise, MIT’s The Engine, and others, we share a common belief that low-cost, multi-day energy storage is the key to enable tomorrow’s zero carbon electric grid. Driven by our core values of humanity, excellence, and creativity, we are deeply motivated and inspired to create a better world. We need talented, hardworking individuals who share our goal of tackling the challenge of climate change. Do you want to work with us today to build a better tomorrow? 

Role Description

Form Energy’s System Integration team is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to drive the design and testing of power systems for clean energy delivery from batteries to the grid. In this role you will be responsible for designing electrical sub-assemblies that will deliver power and control signals to various auxiliary systems within the battery enclosure. In this role, you will take designs from concept to production in a fast paced environment while ensuring quality and reliability through rigorous tests. This role requires collaboration with various engineering teams, making it an exciting opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge technology at a dynamic company with a remarkable mission.

What you'll do:

• Design, develop, validate, and integrate end-to-end solutions for various electrical sub-assemblies, including panels, cable harnesses, and custom circuits

• Select and design electronics solutions, sensors, and electro-mechanical interfaces within the productized battery enclosure

• Troubleshoot and diagnose electrical issues as they come up in the lab and field

• Develop and execute test plans for component functionality and safety validation

• Evaluate alternative design options on cost and system performance implications  

• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including project engineers and external partners

What you'll bring:

• A Bachelor's Degree or higher in Electrical Engineering with 5+ years experience in product development in renewable energy or battery systems

• Demonstrated experience in electric power generation, distribution, energy storage, or drivetrains

• Experience with laboratory test equipment such as power supplies, oscilloscopes, high-voltage differential probes, current probes, power analyzers, data acquisition modules, etc.

• Familiarity with industrial communication protocols (e.g., Modbus, CANbus) and controllers (e.g, PLC), and scripting data acquisition systems using e.g., Python, etc. 

• Knowledgeable in interpreting NEC, international installation codes, UL-508 and CE electrical safety requirements.

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain design decisions, summarize observations, and absorb information and requirements from other teams

• Ability to travel to project sites independently for bring-up and diagnostics

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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 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.