Role DescriptionForm Energy is hiring a Senior Electrical Engineer for the Test Infrastructure Team in Somerville, Massachusetts. In this role you will be responsible for the design and delivery of test equipment that enables the execution of critical tests across our iron-air battery systems and supporting hardware. The scope of your work will range from simple fixture development and material handling systems through complex verification test beds used in the evaluation of our battery systems.
This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the scaling of our battery technology and be part of the growth of a fast-moving company with breakthrough technology and an incredible mission!
Relocation assistance is available.
What you'll do:- Design, build, and deploy custom test equipment used in the electrical testing of battery hardware and software.
- Modify existing designs to accommodate new requirements and test objectives.
- Create electrical schematics to capture complex test system designs including the design of control panels, test racks, custom PCBAs, harnesses, etc.
- Collaborate with mechanical engineers on the physical form factor of test stands, optimizing for operability, maintenance and safety.
- Ensure electrical equipment designs meet safety, reliability, and compliance standards for high-power and hazardous systems.
- Document test system designs, usage guidelines, and validation procedures.
- Support troubleshooting, maintenance, and continuous improvement of deployed test infrastructure.
What you'll bring:- BS or MS in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering or related field.
- 4+ years of experience in electrical design and/or test equipment development (battery or energy systems experience is a plus).
- Proficiency with eCAD tools (Altium, AutoCAD Electrical, E-Plan, etc.)
- Experience designing control panels adhering to UL508A standards.
- Experience specifying electronic test hardware (PLC IO cards, power supplies, circuit protection, etc).
- Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to balance speed, rigor, and safety.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment.
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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.
