Staff Electrochemical Engineer

Employer description

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 DescriptionAs a Staff Electrochemical Engineer on Form Energy’s Advanced Technology team, you will lead the test operations that turn early-stage prototypes and technology demonstrators into proven designs. You will run a fast-moving R&D test environment, diagnose how and why electrochemical systems fail, and guide the engineers, scientists, and technicians who depend on your results. You will play a critical role in building the product pipeline behind our next-generation battery technology. Your work helps us deliver the multi-day storage that keeps the grid reliable.

Relocation assistance is available.

What you’ll do:Lead electrochemical test operations in an R&D environment to rapidly iterate on a novel battery design

Design, execute, and analyze tests that assess the performance and durability of battery prototypes and auxiliary systems

Develop methods to diagnose failure mechanisms, and drive Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) in partnership with electrochemists, materials scientists, and mechanical engineers

Interpret complex experimental data, write clear reports, and present findings to the broader organization

Upholding high safety standards and direct test technicians in the routine maintenance of test stands

Streamline test operations to maximize throughput and minimize downtime

Partner with mechanical engineers on the design and validation of improved electrochemical test infrastructure

Coordinate groups of engineers and scientists to execute lengthy, complex test campaigns

What you’ll bring:B.S. with 8+ years of professional experience, or M.S./Ph.D. with 5+ years, focused on electrochemical systems and/or industrial electrochemistry. Degree in Chemical Engineering, Electrochemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, or equivalent

Demonstrated experience testing fuel cells, electrolyzers, flow batteries, or other electrochemical energy storage systems, including single cells, multicell stacks, and the subsystems that support continuous operation

Deep understanding of how test parameters interact with electrochemical system performance, and how to separate real signal from test artifacts

Proficiency in electrochemical characterization techniques and instrumentation, including cyclic voltammetry, potentiometry, galvanostatic and potentiostatic testing, and impedance spectroscopy

Experience designing and implementing engineering controls, such as interlocks, on complex electromechanical test systems

Pragmatic problem-solving and intellectual curiosity, with the ability to thrive on complexity and ambiguity in a fast-moving environment

Ability to clearly communicate technical concepts and decision-making to teams and leaders across the organization

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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 [email protected]. 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.