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Form Energy is seeking a Senior Test Technician to support full-scale battery testing efforts for iron-air battery systems. You will work as part of the Test Execution team to execute, maintain, and troubleshoot electrochemical tests on breakthrough energy storage technology. This role offers the opportunity to apply technical expertise directly to the development of long-duration battery systems designed to strengthen the electric grid.
Key responsibilities include:
- Set up, execute, and dismantle electrochemical test devices
- Identify and resolve complex issues with test equipment, configurations, and battery systems in collaboration with engineers and vendors
- Improve standard operating procedures (SOPs) and troubleshooting guides to enhance efficiency, safety, and data quality
- Provide guidance on test processes and support junior technicians while collaborating with engineers to refine test methods
- Track electrochemical testing status using digital tools (Jira, Slack, Confluence, GSuite) and communicate updates to stakeholders
- Promote lab safety and chemical hygiene best practices
The test team operates on a 40-hour work week with required weekend shifts on a 4 out of 6 weekend day rotation.
Form Energy is a manufacturing and energy technology company founded in 2017, headquartered in Somerville, MA. The company has been recognized 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." Production of iron-air batteries is underway at the company's first high-volume manufacturing facility in West Virginia, with contracts signed with leading electric utilities across the United States.
REQUIREMENTS:
- 4+ years of experience in an electrochemical, electrical, or mechanical testing environment
- Strong troubleshooting skills to diagnose system failures and implement effective solutions
- Understanding of electrical wiring, circuit troubleshooting, and test instrumentation
- Ability to work independently and take initiative in refining processes and solving technical challenges
- Excellent communication skills to collaborate across engineering, infrastructure, and software teams
- High attention to detail to ensure reliable test data collection
