MachinistManufacturing Operations * Weirton, WV * Full time * On-site

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.

Form Energy is hiring a Machinist to join our manufacturing operations team in our high-volume manufacturing facility in Weirton, WV. This role will help develop and launch our Form Factory 1, Maker Space (Machine Shop), for our first-its-kind, advanced battery manufacturing.

This new position is part of a fast-growing team. It will ideally suit someone who can work with a cross-functional team in a fast-paced environment, playing a key part in enabling quick fabrication turnaround for our manufacturing and design teams and is interested in working towards a suitable future. You will be able to use both traditional machine shop equipment (mills, lathes, etc.) and new technology like 3D printing or the ability to learn quickly. You will collaborate with stakeholders on creative solutions to manufacturing problems and fabrication needs. If this sounds like the perfect opportunity for you, apply today! It's an exciting opportunity to contribute to a sustainable future by scaling our multi-day energy storage system.

• Operate and maintain machining equipment (lathes, mills, laser cutters, 3D printers, etc.)

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and manufacture parts

• Review drawings, instructions, blueprints, or samples to ensure accurate production

• Take precise measurements for cutting or shaping

• Select the appropriate machine and settings for a given task

• Check output for quality assurance and documents or discard defects

• Identify the need for and perform machine maintenance and minor repairs

• Demonstrated experience working with machine tools or mechanical assembly

• Proven knowledge of safety protocols

• Experience with CAD, 3D printing, and fusion 360

• Apprenticeship or vocational training preferred

• Well-developed communication and collaboration skills and proactive team player with strong attention to detail

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced startup environment

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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.