Vision Technician

Form Energy; Weirton (WV); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Holistic benefits package

Competitive salaries

Job summary

Form Energy is hiring a Vision Systems Technician to support our Operations Sustaining team at Form Factory 1 in Weirton, WV. You’ll help maintain and troubleshoot machine vision systems used for automated quality control in high-volume battery production.

The role focuses on basic troubleshooting, calibration checks, data reporting, and cross-functional collaboration with quality, engineering, and manufacturing groups. Onsite work with a strong safety and continuous improvement mindset.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or technical-equivalent in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering Tech, Mechatronics, or related field.
• Experience with industrial inspection systems (2D area scan, profilometers, etc.) preferred.
• Basic troubleshooting with sensors, PLC/HMI, or automated equipment.
• Comfort reading/interpreting inspection data and generating reports.
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Basic Python scripting is a plus, not required.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic troubleshooting and diagnostics on vision system performance (cameras, lighting, sensors, PLC/HMI interfaces).
• Support 2D and profilometry inspection systems—calibration checks, part swaps, basic alignment.
• Monitor vision system uptime and flag/escalate performance issues.
• Generate and maintain reports on inspection data, system performance, and downtime.
• Partner with quality, engineering, and manufacturing teams on inspection issues.
• Maintain documentation for vision system setups, SOPs, and troubleshooting guides.

Skills

Communication

Cross-functional teamwork

Troubleshooting

Inspection data interpretation

Python scripting

Education

Associate's degree or technical equivalent

Tools

Industrial inspection systems

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 Vision Systems Technician to support our Operations Sustaining organization. You'll help maintain and troubleshoot machine vision and inspection systems (2D, profilometry, etc.) used for automated quality control in our manufacturing lines. This is an exciting opportunity to help shape and be part of the growth of a fast-moving company with breakthrough technology and an incredible mission!

What you'll do:

• Perform basic troubleshooting and diagnostics on vision system performance (cameras, lighting, sensors, PLC/HMI interfaces)

• Support 2D and profilometry inspection systems - calibration checks, part swaps, basic alignment

• Monitor vision system uptime and flag/escalate performance issues

• Generate and maintain reports on inspection data, system performance, and downtime

• Partner with quality, engineering, and manufacturing teams on inspection issues

• Maintain documentation for vision system setups, SOPs, and troubleshooting guides

What you'll bring:

• Associate's degree or equivalent technical experience (Electrical/Mechanical Engineering Technology, Mechatronics, or related)

• Experience with industrial inspection systems (2D area scan, profilometers, etc.) preferred

• Basic troubleshooting skills with sensors, PLC/HMI, or automated equipment

• Comfortable reading/interpreting inspection data and generating reports

• Strong communication skills, ability to work cross-functionally

• Basic scripting (Python) a plus, not required

Where you'll work:

This role is based at Form Factory 1 in Weirton, WV-an easy commute from the city of Pittsburgh, PA. This 550,000-square-foot facility is our hub for high-volume battery production and a leader in the new era of American energy manufacturing.

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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.

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.

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.