Test Technician @ Form Energy

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Full-Time

Test Technician

Form Energy

501-1,000 employees

Developing cost-effective, multi-day energy storage systems

Energy

Junior, Mid, Senior

Cambridge, MA, USA

Required Skills

Communications

Asana

Confluence

Requirements

Experience with following SOPs in a testing environment (class or lab time accepted)
Experience with electrical work such as wiring, soldering, and cable construction
Familiarity with lean concepts to maintain inventory and organize workflows
Written and oral communication skills within a group of peers and broader organization
Strong attention to detail and lab safety awareness
Experience operating electrochemical test equipment such as Maccor, Arbin, VersaSTAT, Solotron or battery management systems a plus
Comfort using digital tools. We use Asana, Slack, Confluence, and GSuite, among others

Responsibilities

Activate and monitor various electrochemical devices for experimental tests with high attention to detail
Set up, maintain, and troubleshoot electrochemical test instruments and equipment
Routinely coordinate with engineering teams to diagnose and troubleshoot abnormalities in cell cycling behavior
Track electrochemical testing status using a cloud based organizational tool
Monitor and offer recommendations for keeping Cell Testing documentation up to date
Maintain laboratory conditions in a fashion that facilitates cleanliness and productivity for other lab users

Are you ready to rise to the challenge of climate change with the team that will deliver? Form Energy is a U.S. technology and manufacturing company that is developing and commercializing pioneering energy storage technologies to enable the electric grid to run on 100% renewable energy, every day of the year.

Supported by leading investors such as Breakthrough Energy Ventures, ArcelorMittal, TPG Rise, MIT’s The Engine, and others, we share a common belief that low-cost, multi-day energy storage is the key to enable tomorrow’s zero carbon electric grid. Driven by our core values of humanity, excellence, and creativity, we are deeply motivated and inspired to create a better world. We need talented, hardworking individuals who share our goal of tackling the challenge of climate change. Do you want to work with us today to build a better tomorrow?

Role Description

We are looking for multiple hands-on individuals to help us develop our core technology by processing electrochemical tests for large-scale experimental cell builds. As a part of our Technical Operations test team, you will execute, maintain, and troubleshoot tests for our iron-air batteries. We will recognize your previous experience with battery testing tools and norms and place you in a more senior position. And, we are willing to teach those eager to ask questions and grow within the battery field. This team offers an exciting opportunity for you to apply and expand your technical skills and lend your experience to directly impact the development of a breakthrough technology.

What You’ll Do:

Activate and monitor various electrochemical devices for experimental tests with high attention to detail
Set up, maintain, and troubleshoot electrochemical test instruments and equipment
Routinely coordinate with engineering teams to diagnose and troubleshoot abnormalities in cell cycling behavior
Track electrochemical testing status using a cloud based organizational tool
Monitor and offer recommendations for keeping Cell Testing documentation up to date
Maintain laboratory conditions in a fashion that facilitates cleanliness and productivity for other lab users

What You’ll Bring:

Experience with following SOPs in a testing environment (class or lab time accepted)
Experience with electrical work such as wiring, soldering, and cable construction
Familiarity with lean concepts to maintain inventory and organize workflows
Written and oral communication skills within a group of peers and broader organization
Strong attention to detail and lab safety awareness
Experience operating electrochemical test equipment such as Maccor, Arbin, VersaSTAT, Solotron or battery management systems a plus
Comfort using digital tools. We use Asana, Slack, Confluence, and GSuite, among others

We are hiring test technicians of multiple levels for the Technical Operations team, and will compensate in accordance with experience level.

Besides joining a community of people working to make the world better, Form Energy commits to you equitable compensation, stock options, and offers a generous benefits package to make sure you have the support you need to thrive.

We cover 100% of employee premiums and 80% of dependent premiums for medical, dental, and vision insurance for full time employees. We offer a flexible Paid Time Off program and every employee, regardless of gender identity or expression, is eligible for 12 weeks of paid parental bonding leave. A full listing of our benefits is available on our careers page.

At Form Energy, we are working toward a 100% renewable energy future for everyone in the world. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our employees and are seeking to build a team that reflects the diversity of the people we hope to serve with our revolutionary products. Form Energy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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Form Energy is a trailblazer in the energy sector, developing cost-effective, multi-day energy storage systems that aim to facilitate a reliable and fully renewable electric grid. The company's commitment to climate justice is reflected in its diverse workforce and inclusive culture, which values every employee's contribution towards achieving their mission. With a focus on technical excellence and industry leadership, Form Energy offers a unique opportunity for talented individuals to contribute to the deep decarbonization of the electric system.

Company Stage

Series E

Total Funding

$1.1B

Headquarters

Somerville, Massachusetts

Founded

2017

Growth & Insights

Headcount

6 month growth

↑ 6%

1 year growth

↑ 50%

2 year growth

↑ 151%

Benefits

100% of medical, dental, & vision premiums

HSA & Flexible FSA

Generous PTO

Employee resource program

Parental leave

Commuter benefits account

Stock options

Equity

401k

Profession development budget

Life & disability insurance

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