Full-Time

Federal Grants Manager

Posted on 10/30/2024

Form Energy

Form Energy

501-1,000 employees

Develops cost-effective multi-day energy storage systems

Industrial & Manufacturing
Energy

Senior

Washington, DC, USA

Hybrid position requiring some in-office presence.

Category
Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A)
Finance & Banking
Required Skills
Public Policy
Requirements
  • 7+ years of relevant professional experience, including applying and implementing major U.S. federal grants.
  • Bachelor’s degree, with a preference for coursework in Project Management, Public Affairs, Public Policy, Business, or a related field.
  • Working knowledge of Department of Energy Grant programs and associated reporting requirements.
  • Exceptional commitment to maintaining well-organized and meticulous documentation of the compliance program.
Responsibilities
  • Lead the design and implementation of a robust federal grant compliance program to address programmatic and statutory requirements, including those related to procurement, cost-accounting, timekeeping, reporting, oversight and monitoring of subrecipients, Davis-Bacon and Build America, Buy America.
  • Act as the primary Form Energy point of contact for DOE Project Officers to foster the spirit of collaboration with our federal partners.
  • Collaborate with our policy, finance, commercial, legal, and supply chain teams to ensure a cohesive and integrated compliance program.
  • Develop updates and reports for the DOE related to program implementation.
  • Proactively improve, and effectively communicate, compliance processes and procedures across the organization to expand our culture of compliance and risk management.
  • Occasionally travel to relevant project sites and Form Energy offices to gain first-hand knowledge about our work and programs.

Form Energy develops and manufactures energy storage systems that focus on renewable energy solutions. Their main product is an iron-air battery, which can store electricity for up to 100 hours, providing a cost-effective alternative to traditional power plants. This battery allows for the efficient management of energy supply, making it easier for electric grids to rely on renewable sources throughout the year. Form Energy differentiates itself from competitors by offering a competitively priced storage solution that targets utility companies, municipalities, and environmentally conscious businesses and individuals. The company's goal is to support the transition to a fully renewable electric grid and contribute to the decarbonization of the energy system.

Company Stage

Growth Equity (Venture Capital)

Total Funding

$1.5B

Headquarters

Somerville, Massachusetts

Founded

2017

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

20%

1 year growth

26%

2 year growth

105%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Growing demand for long-duration storage boosts Form Energy's market potential.
  • Inflation Reduction Act incentives could financially benefit Form Energy's projects.
  • Repurposing industrial sites, like in Maine, offers cost savings and community support.

What critics are saying

  • Emerging solid-state batteries could challenge Form Energy's market position.
  • Scaling up manufacturing in West Virginia may face potential delays.
  • Iron-air technology's newness poses risks if technical challenges arise during deployment.

What makes Form Energy unique

  • Form Energy's iron-air battery stores electricity for up to 100 hours, unlike competitors.
  • Their technology extends grid capacity without new wires, reducing infrastructure costs.
  • Partnerships with major firms like GE Vernova enhance credibility and market reach.

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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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