What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Manufacturing Equipment Engineer position at Form Energy, Inc?
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 seeking a Senior Manufacturing Equipment Engineer to lead the development, commissioning, and continuous improvement of manufacturing equipment supporting our next-generation energy storage technology. This role will independently lead equipment projects from concept through production, working closely with Process Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, and external equipment vendors to deliver robust, reliable, and manufacturable production systems.
As part of the Advanced Manufacturing team, you will play a key role in scaling manufacturing by supporting new equipment introductions, improving existing production lines, and driving technical problem solving during commissioning and production ramp. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer who enjoys hands-on manufacturing, equipment development, and solving complex technical challenges. Relocation assistance is available.
What you'll do:
Lead the design, development, installation, and commissioning of manufacturing equipment supporting prototype and production manufacturing.
Own equipment projects from concept through startup, ensuring systems meet safety, quality, throughput, and reliability objectives.
Work directly with equipment vendors to develop specifications, review designs, resolve technical issues, and support FAT, SAT, installation, and commissioning.
Troubleshoot complex mechanical and manufacturing issues during equipment integration, startup, and production ramp using structured problem-solving techniques.
Partner closely with Process Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, Controls Engineering, and Quality to develop robust manufacturing equipment and processes.
Develop equipment specifications, layouts, tooling, fixtures, and mechanical improvements that enhance manufacturability and operational performance.
Lead equipment design reviews and proactively identify manufacturing risks before equipment is built.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to improve equipment reliability, uptime, throughput, safety, and maintainability.
Support production by resolving equipment failures, implementing corrective actions, and improving long-term equipment performance.
Mentor junior engineers and technicians while contributing to engineering standards and best practices.
What you'll bring:
4–8 years of experience in manufacturing engineering, equipment engineering, automation, or advanced manufacturing.
Demonstrated experience designing, developing, commissioning, or improving manufacturing equipment in a production environment.
Strong mechanical engineering fundamentals with experience in machine design, tooling, material handling, and manufacturing equipment.
Experience working with equipment vendors through equipment design, build, FAT/SAT, installation, or startup activities.
Proven ability to troubleshoot complex mechanical and manufacturing problems using structured root cause analysis.
Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively across engineering, operations, maintenance, and external partners.
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, 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 America’s energy future, we need everyone at the table. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply to our open jobs.
If you may require reasonable accommodations to participate in our interview process, please contact accommodations@formenergy.com. Requests for accommodations will be treated with discretion.
Form Energy is committed to maintaining the privacy of our applicants. Please be aware that we will never solicit sensitive personal information such as Social Security numbers or bank account details during the recruiting or hiring process.