Battery Engineer, Anode Battery Module Engineering *Somerville, MA

Overview

Form Energy is an American manufacturing and energy technology company focused on energy storage. We are building a cost-effective, multi-day storage technology designed to keep the electric grid secure and reliable. The team is growing rapidly to meet demand as we scale up battery manufacturing and expand partnerships with leading electric utilities.

We are committed to humanity, excellence, and creativity as core values and to delivering on our mission to transform the energy landscape for the better.

Form Energy is hiring a Staff Battery Engineer to design and validate Form Energy s iron electrode. This role reports to the Senior Manager of Anode Engineering. You will design, mechanistically understand, test, and create specifications for Form Energy s breakthrough iron electrode in partnership with the Manufacturing, Test Execution, and Cell Design teams. This is an exciting opportunity to help shape and be part of a fast-moving company with breakthrough technology and a strong mission.

• Prioritize safety as you carry out the entire electrochemical testing and battery operation process, from design to implementation and post-test investigation.
• Design, execute, and interpret anode electrochemical tests in large- and lab-scale test vehicles in collaboration with the test execution team.
• Own, perform, and thoroughly document root cause analyses to identify improvement opportunities and drive corrective actions.
• Define electrode product specifications and inspection methods to ensure product quality.
• Interpret pre/post-test electrode physical characterization in collaboration with internal material experts and external vendors.
• Mentor, guide, and support team members with your expertise and practical experience.

• Bachelor or Master s degree in chemistry, materials engineering or related field with 7+ years of industry experience in testing and evaluating electrochemical systems OR PhD with 2+ years of industry experience.
• Expertise with failure prediction and investigation methods, such as root cause analysis and failure modes and effects analysis.
• Hands-on practical experience with electrochemical systems and electrochemical device data interpretation, particularly in deployed or market-ready products.
• Statistical experimental design and data evaluation skills.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills, including working with teams in different locations on shared objectives.
• Ability to travel up to 25% to other Form Energy sites and suppliers.

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Form Energy is committed to equal opportunity in employment and offers competitive salaries, stock options, and a holistic benefits package. We cover 100% of medical, dental, and vision premiums for full-time employees and 80% for dependents, starting from day one. We offer paid parental leave (at least 12 weeks, up to 20 weeks for birthing parents) and generous vacation policies to support work-life balance.

To build America s energy future, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. If you require reasonable accommodations to participate in our interview process, please contact us. Accommodations requests will be treated with discretion.

Form Energy is committed to maintaining the privacy of applicants. We will not solicit sensitive personal information such as Social Security numbers or bank account details during the recruiting or hiring process.

Compensation Range: $147,959 - $184,966