Test Technician

Form Energy is seeking a Test Technician in Somerville, MA, to support the development of iron-air battery technology. The role involves conducting and troubleshooting electrochemical tests, maintaining testing equipment, and collaborating with engineering teams. Ideal candidates will have experience in testing environments, electrical work, and familiarity with electrochemical equipment. This position offers a chance to contribute to innovative energy solutions as Form Energy expands its operations and production capabilities.
Are you ready to build America’s clean energy future with the team that will deliver? Form Energy is an American energy technology and manufacturing company. We are pioneering a new class of iron-air batteries to enable our electric grid to run on renewable, reliable, and affordable energy, every day of the year.

Form Energy has been recognized by TIME as “One of the Best Inventions of 2023” for its battery technology and by MIT Technology Review as a “Top Climate Tech Company to Watch”. We are making rapid progress on our mission of delivering energy storage for a better world, and are growing just as rapidly to meet demand. Our team has more than doubled in size in the past year, and continues to expand every day. We have signed contracts with leading electric utilities across the United States. Pilot production of our iron-air batteries has already begun, and later this year, production will take off to high volumes at our new factory in West Virginia.

Working for Form Energy is more than just a job, it’s a chance to be part of something extraordinary. And right now might be the most exciting moment in the company’s history to join. We are assembling a team of some of the most talented and motivated 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

We are looking for a hands-on individual to help us develop our core technology by processing electrochemical tests for large-scale experimental cell builds. In this role, you will work as a part of our Technical Operations test team to execute, maintain, and troubleshoot tests for our iron-air batteries. The ideal candidate will be familiar with established tools and norms around battery testing and will actively seek out new methods to assist technical development. This position offers an exciting opportunity for an individual to apply and expand their technical skills and lend their experience to directly impact the development of a breakthrough technology.

What you'll do:
• Activate and monitor various electrochemical devices for experimental tests with high attention to detail
• Set up and maintain electrochemical test instruments and equipment
• Maintain and troubleshoot testing equipment
• Routinely coordinate with engineering teams to diagnose and troubleshoot abnormalities in cell cycling behavior
• Track electrochemical testing status using a cloud based organizational tool
• Monitor and offer recommendations for keeping Cell Testing documentation up to date
• Maintain laboratory conditions in a fashion that facilitates cleanliness and productivity for other lab users

What you'll bring:
• Experience with following SOPs in a testing environment (class or lab time accepted)
• Experience with electrical work such as wiring, soldering, and cable construction
• Familiarity with lean concepts to maintain inventory and organize workflows
• Written and oral communication skills within a group of peers and broader organization
• Strong attention to detail and lab safety awareness
• Experience operating electrochemical test equipment such as Maccor, Arbin, VersaSTAT, Solotron or battery management systems a plus
• Comfort using digital tools. We use Jira, Slack, Confluence, and GSuite, among others

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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 a clean and equitable energy future, we need everyone at the table. We strive to form a team as diverse as the communities we will serve with our technology, and are committed to maintaining an inclusive environment for all employees. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply to our open jobs.

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