Senior Supplier Industrialization Engineer Chemicals (Hybrid)

Form Energy; Somerville (MA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Stock options

Holistic benefits package

Paid parental leave

Generous vacation

Job summary

Form Energy is seeking a Supplier Industrialization Engineer focused on chemicals and advanced materials to scale manufacturing processes at supplier sites. You will bridge internal R&D with external battery material suppliers to ensure specifications are met through robust process engineering and QC methods.

The role emphasizes process development, quality control, and cost considerations, with a hybrid onsite requirement in Somerville, MA, or Weirton, WV, and relocation assistance available.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in process engineering, manufacturing engineering, or supplier quality engineering.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemistry, or related technical field.
• Experience developing and scaling chemical manufacturing processes (synthesis, purification, powder processing, blending/tolling, formulation).
• Solid understanding of material specifications, SPC, CpK, and quality management systems (ISO 9001).
• Proficiency in analytical and problem-solving methodologies (8D, Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing).
• Demonstrated expertise in CAD drawing development and review (GD&T, Special Characteristics, etc.).
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally to supplier sites as required.

Responsibilities

• Lead development, optimization, and industrialization of manufacturing processes at supplier sites for battery active materials.
• Partner with chemical suppliers to assess capabilities, identify risks, and drive continuous improvement.
• Understand complex material specifications and provide feedback on manufacturability, inspection feasibility, and cost implications.
• Define, validate, and implement inspection and test methods to verify material adherence to specifications.
• Identify and mitigate risks within the chemical supply chain.
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective action for supplier-related material quality issues.

Skills

Process engineering

Manufacturing engineering

Supplier quality engineering

Chemical/materials production

Analytical problem-solving

CAD drawings

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Chemical Engineering/Materials Science/Chemistry

Tools

CAD (GD&T)

ISO 9001

SPC

Six Sigma/Lean

Job description

Form Energy is seeking a Supplier Industrialization Engineer focused on chemicals and advanced materials to scale manufacturing processes at supplier sites. You will bridge internal R&D with external battery material suppliers to ensure specifications are met through robust process engineering and QC methods.

The role emphasizes process development, quality control, and cost considerations, with a hybrid onsite requirement in Somerville, MA, or Weirton, WV, and relocation assistance available.