Senior Mechanical Engineer, Test Infrastructure

Form Energy; Berkeley (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation support

Stock options

Competitive salary

Holistic benefits

Job summary

Form Energy is hiring a Senior Mechanical Engineer for the Test Infrastructure team in Berkeley, CA. You will design and deliver test equipment to enable critical tests for iron-air battery systems and supporting hardware.

You will develop novel test equipment, including mechanical and fluid handling systems and electronics test stands supporting Hardware In the Loop testing, while collaborating with the electrical subteam and operations to keep tests running smoothly.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related field.
• 4+ years of industry experience in mechanical, fluid, and/or electronic systems.
• Strong proficiency in 3D CAD and 2D drafting using SolidWorks or a similar program.
• Experience standardizing and maintaining fleets of electromechanical systems.
• Experience identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions.

Responsibilities

• Own the design, build, and deployment of lab equipment for testing large numbers of battery cells and modules.
• Design, draft, and manufacture mechanical components and assemblies for test stands, including pumps, fans, and piping.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineers and operations teams to diagnose issues and keep tests online.
• Develop scalable documentation and change management systems.
• Train technicians on new lab equipment and processes.
• Champion safety in the development of new equipment and processes.

Skills

3D CAD

2D drafting

Mechanical design

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Are you ready to build America’s energy future? Form Energy is an American manufacturing and energy technology company. We’re revolutionizing energy storage with cost-effective, multi-day technology designed to keep the electric grid secure and reliable, even during extended periods of stress. By strengthening the electric system and reimagining what’s possible, we’re giving clean energy a whole new form!

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 just as rapidly 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.

Working for Form Energy is more than just a job, it’s a chance to be part of something extraordinary. And now - right as we significantly scale up battery manufacturing - might be the most exciting moment in the company’s history to join. We are assembling a team of highly talented and driven individuals across the country. Driven by our core values of humanity, excellence, and creativity, our team is determined to deliver on our mission and transform the energy landscape for the better.

Feeling energized to make a meaningful impact on the world? Then keep reading - you’ve come to the right place.

Role Description

Form Energy is hiring a Senior Mechanical Engineer for our Test Infrastructure team in Berkeley, CA. 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. You will be invested in developing and deploying novel, state‑of‑the‑art test equipment including the design of mechanical and fluid handling systems, and electronics test stands supporting Hardware In the Loop (HIL) testing, while collaborating with the electrical subteam and supporting our operations team in keeping our tests online.

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:

• Own the design, build, and deployment of lab equipment for testing large numbers of battery cells and modules, and related electronics and hardware, and auxiliary systems
• Design, draft, and manufacture mechanical components and assemblies for our test stands, including pumps, fans, and piping
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineers and operations teams to diagnose product and test equipment issues to keep tests online
• Partner with other engineers to develop scalable documentation and change management systems
• Train technicians and other users on new lab equipment and processes
• Be a champion for safety in the development of new equipment and processes

What you’ll bring:

• Minimum of a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related field, with 4+ years of industry experience in mechanical, fluid, and/or electronic systems
• Strong proficiency in 3D CAD and 2D drafting using SolidWorks or a similar program
• Key involvement in pioneering hands‑on technical projects as an individual contributor. Activities including designing, drafting, and manufacturing components & assemblies; engineering analysis including FEA, heat transfer, fluid mechanics, material selection, and manufacturability; communicating with stakeholders
• Experience standardizing and maintaining fleets of electromechanical systems
• Experience identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions
• Detail oriented, a proactive self‑starter with excellent communication and organizational skills
• A willingness to learn and help others, a natural curiosity, and a desire to make an impact
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, startup environment

#LI-Onsite

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.