Equipment Design Engineer

Form Energy; Weirton (WV); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Holistic benefits package

100% coverage of medical, dental, and vision premiums for full-time employees

Job summary

A leading energy technology company is searching for an Equipment Design Engineer to focus on automation systems and mechanical design in Weirton, WV. The successful candidate will have a bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, experience in designing custom machinery, and proficiency with 3D CAD software. This full-time position includes competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, such as 100% medical premium coverage and generous leave policies.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in the design of automation equipment or custom machinery.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical design principles and common automation components.
• Familiarity with fabrication processes, including machining and sheet metal fabrication.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop custom automation cells using 3D CAD software.
• Create detailed engineering drawings and documentation for fabrication.
• Integrate sensors into equipment designs and select purchased components.

Skills

3D CAD software proficiency (SolidWorks, Inventor)

Mechanical design principles

Pneumatics knowledge

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

SolidWorks

Inventor

Job description

Are you ready to build America’s energy future? Form Energy is an American manufacturing and energy technology company that is revolutionizing energy storage with cost‑effective, multi‑day technology designed to keep the electric grid secure and reliable, even during extended periods of stress.

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 swiftly 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.

Role Description

Equipment Design Engineer

• Design and develop custom automation cells, equipment, and fixtures using 3D CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, Inventor).
• Create detailed engineering drawings, bills of materials (BOMs), and documentation for fabrication and assembly.
• Design mechanical systems including conveyors, pneumatic actuators, and fixturing to meet specific application requirements.
• Component integration
  • Integrate a variety of sensors (e.g., proximity, photo‑electric, vision systems) into equipment designs.
  • Select and specify purchased components such as motors, gearboxes, and pneumatic valves.
• Fabrication and assembly support
  • Design sheet metal parts for machine frames, enclosures, and brackets, and provide fabrication drawings.
  • Collaborate with fabricators, machinists, and assembly technicians to ensure designs are manufacturable and assembled correctly.
• Safety and compliance
  • Incorporate machine safety guarding and safety components (e.g., light curtains, interlocks) to meet industry standards and regulations (e.g., ANSI, OSHA).
  • Conduct design reviews to ensure designs are robust, safe, and efficient.
• Project management
  • Work with cross‑functional teams to define project scope, timelines, and deliverables.
  • Provide technical support during the build, debug, and installation phases of a project.

What you’ll bring

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in the design of automation equipment, custom machinery, or similar capital equipment.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related technical field.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, Inventor).
• Strong knowledge of mechanical design principles, pneumatics, and common automation components.
• Familiarity with fabrication processes, including machining and sheet metal fabrication.
• Experience with machine safety standards and the design of safety guarding.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and the ability to work independently and in a team environment.

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 [e-mail]. 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.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

Manufacturing

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