Director, New Product Introduction

Form Energy, Inc is seeking a Director of New Product Introduction to lead the strategy for launching new clean energy storage products. The role requires expertise in NPI operations and program management, focusing on cross-functional collaboration and risk management. This position is based at Form Factory 1 in Weirton, WV, with relocation assistance available. Join a team dedicated to transforming the energy landscape and supporting America's energy future.
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. Trial production of our iron-air batteries has already begun, and 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 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

The Director of New Product Introduction (NPI) leads the development and execution of Form Energy’s new product introduction strategy. This role is critical to our mission of driving innovation and bringing cutting edge clean energy storage products to market. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in both NPI operations and program management, with a proven track record of successfully launching new products in a manufacturing environment.

This role will be located at Form Factory 1 in Weirton, WV, which is just a short drive outside of Pittsburgh, PA. Relocation assistance is available.

What you'll do:
• Strategic Leadership and Program Management:
• Lead the end-to-end program management of new product introductions, from concept through to the hand-off of full-scale production.
• Develop and execute comprehensive NPI strategies to ensure seamless change management by consolidating input from discipline experts and building a complete plan that ensures a clear value proposition and predictable results when changing products and processes in our manufacturing system.
• Drive NPI cross-functional collaboration to ensure all stakeholders, including design engineering, manufacturing engineering, R&D, quality, commercial, and finance, are aligned on project goals and deliverables.
• Identify and mitigate risks throughout the NPI process, implementing contingency plans including establishing a plan to coordinate changes between the many stakeholders with solution oriented problem solving.
• Partner with and drive alignment among the many stakeholders with conflicting objectives to ensure critical considerations like design for manufacturability (DFM) and design for assembly (DFA) principles are integrated into new products.
• Participate in manufacturing, design, and schedule reviews and technical discussions to ensure new products and changes are introduced with high confidence in meeting quality, cost, performance and manufacturing feasibility targets.
• Create the NPI Program and Process Playbook
• Create and implement Form’s NPI process including: forecasting and prioritizing changes, supporting development of validation trial plans with relevant stakeholders, executing trials, coordinating validation and data reviews, developing and executing plans for coordinated changes in a way that minimizes risk and maximizes predictability.
• Lead all NPI operations, including managing the NPI production workforce to ensure timely and efficient new product launches.
• Collaborate closely with manufacturing, supply chain, quality, and engineering teams to ensure alignment and smooth transitions from development to mass production.
• Monitor and manage NPI budgets, timelines, and resources to achieve project objectives.
• Team Development and Leadership:
• Build and lead a high-performing NPI team, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Mentor and develop team members, providing guidance and support to enhance their skills and advance their careers.
• Set clear performance objectives and provide regular feedback to drive accountability and high performance within the team.

What you'll bring:
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field; advanced degree (MBA, MS) preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in new product introduction (NPI) or related roles within a manufacturing environment, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership position.
• Proven experience managing NPI operations, including production workforce management and cross-functional program leadership.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, quality systems, and supply chain dynamics.
• Experience in the clean technology sector or a related industry is highly desirable.
• Exceptional project management skills with a track record of successfully launching new products on time and within budget.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and drive results across all levels of the organization.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.

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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.