Formenergy Senior Mechanical Engineer responsible for high-voltage design and electro-mechanical sub-assemblies for battery power systems. Lead design, simulation, and testing of Gen 2 and beyond power systems ensuring quality and reliability.
Responsibilities
Provide technical leadership and mentorship within a multidisciplinary engineering team, fostering the growth and problem-solving skills across team members
Own the electromechanical design of Form’s battery products, including high voltage distribution (busbars and cables), isolation, grounding, harnessing, connectors, overmolded bussing, plastic and metal enclosures for various PCBA and electrical assemblies, and safety and interlocks (contactor, fuses etc.)
Address challenges related to electronics packaging, encompassing tasks such as electrical isolation, sealing, thermal regulation, interconnection & shock and vibration mitigation
Leading RCAs and cross-functional interface design
Mechanical design analysis including thermal, structural, design for assembly, and design for test
Own the design from conception through all of its iterations to mass-production
Create drawing packages and manufacturing instructions for parts and assemblies
Design and develop electromechanical and electrical systems in support of test stand safety, improvements, and simplification
What you'll bring:
A degree in Mechanical/Mechatronics Engineering or a related field; bachelor's with 4+ years, or master's with 3+ years of relevant experience developing medium to high volume products
Proven experience with electrical and mechanical design and proficiency in CAD (SolidWorks, Catia, etc.)
Expertise in cost modeling, multi-physics simulations (e.g., thermal, CFD, structural), and optimizations, with the ability to navigate system-level trade-offs and integrate them into architecture studies
Qualification
LeadershipTo build America’s energy future
Preferred
Familiar with electrical standards (NEC); experience with battery and power conversion standards (UL9540, UL1741) a plus
Leadership, the ability to mentor, and well-developed communication, collaboration, and engagement skills working with a variety of teams and stakeholders
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.
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