What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Field Engineering TechnicianReliability & Test * Berkeley, CA * Full time position at Form Energy?
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 DescriptionThe Test Engineering team at Form is responsible for testing, operating, and maintaining our full-scale system prototypes. We're looking for an experienced field technician to join our team in Oakland, CA, with as-needed support at the Form Factory in Weirton, WV, and help us bring our groundbreaking battery system to life.
In this role, you will be a key member of the Test Engineering team, working closely with engineers to install, commission, test, operate, and troubleshoot the electrical and mechanical systems in our fielded prototypes. This is a unique opportunity to use your technical skills to solve real-world problems and contribute to the development of a new product at the cutting edge of clean technology.
What you'll do:Support installation, commissioning, and operations for Form's fielded battery system prototypes.
Perform hands-on troubleshooting of electrical and mechanical systems to identify and resolve root causes.
Conduct wiring and assembly of industrial control, power, and data acquisition circuitry.
Execute test plans to characterize the performance and functionality of battery systems under the direction of engineers.
Support Form's first responder program to minimize energized downtime.
Travel up to 50% to prototype sites within the U.S., with a home base at the Oakland, CA test site.
7 years of hands-on experience as a field technician working with high-power equipment; experience with battery or solar systems is a plus.
Proficient in troubleshooting complex electrical issues in high-voltage systems and able to read electrical schematics and single-line diagrams.
Familiarity with industrial communication protocols, including CAN Bus and Modbus, for system-level debugging.
Highly safety-conscious with training in high-voltage risk assessment, safety protocols, and experience working around heavy construction equipment.
Comfortable with frequent and long-term wear of heavy PPE (steel-toed boots, face shields, chemical suits, etc.) as required.
Physically able to frequently lift up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.
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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.
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.
