Staff Mechanical Engineer, Fluid Systems

Are you ready to build America’s 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, it’s a chance to be part of something extraordinary. And right now might be the most exciting moment in the company’s 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 - you’ve come to the right place.

Role Description

The Fluid Systems Engineering team within the Mechanical Engineering group at Form is multidisciplinary and focused on delivering systems designs for electrolyte management, air and water delivery, and thermal cooling for Form Energy's energy storage system.

We're hiring a hands-on Staff Mechanical Design Engineer to join the Fluid Systems Engineering team. In this role, you will contribute to designing our utility-scale multi-day energy storage system by linking the engineering team in California to manufacturing in West Virginia at Form Factory 1. The focus of this role will be on the Electrolyte, Air, Water, and Thermal management systems, which are at the heart of Form’s iron-air battery technology and critical to the system’s successful operation.

You will participate in the product conceptual and detailed design, first-of-a-kind build activities, vendor engagement, and design for manufacturing. You can expect to work on various manufacturing efforts, working closely with a cross-functional team of mechanical, electrical, and chemical engineers to transition designs from the prototype stage to high volume production. 

If this sounds like the perfect position for you, apply now! This opportunity will help shape and scale our multi-day energy storage system, contributing to the growth of a fast-moving company with breakthrough technology and an incredible mission, contributing to a sustainable future!

This role is based out of Form Factory 1 in Weirton, WV. Relocation assistance is available.

What you'll do:

• Lead the Fluid Systems engineering effort at Form Factory 1, working with manufacturing engineers and technical operations to transition designs from the prototype stage to high volume production

• Lead critical vendor engagements to support introduction of new parts and processes

• Coordinate manufacturing trials, collect data, and analyze results during the introduction of new product designs

• Design product hardware to support the manufacturing ramp

• Collect and provide feedback to the broader engineering team related to Design for Manufacturing and Assembly, drawing accuracy, interface definition, and tolerance analysis

• Champion for safety, especially in the development of new manufacturing processes

What you'll bring:

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field; Bachelor's with 8+ years of industry experience in mechanical design

• Experience with first-principles design and experience optimizing designs for manufacturing and cost-down

• Experience with working in a manufacturing environment and with contract manufacturing suppliers

• Demonstrated experience with optimizing mechanical design, balance-of-plant systems, and interdisciplinary interfaces of fluid systems or airflow systems

• Direct experience in product development within an early-stage environment, proficient with prototyping techniques and working in a machine shop

• Prior experience in Energy Storage, Battery Systems, Renewable Energy, or Utility industry is a plus

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