Manager, Learning

Manager, Learning & Development

Location: Weirton, WV

Summary: Form Energy is a U.S. technology and manufacturing company that is developing and commercializing cost-effective multi-day energy storage systems to enable the global electricity system to run on 100% low-cost renewable energy, every day of the year. Driven by Form’s core values of humanity, excellence, and creativity, our team is deeply motivated and inspired to create a better world. We seek to transform the energy landscape and do our part in making the world better for all. We are supported by leading investors who share a common belief that low-cost, multi-day energy storage will be a key enabler of tomorrow’s zero carbon electric system.

Role Description:

The Learning and Development Manager, reporting to the Chief People Officer, plays a pivotal role in crafting and executing learning and talent development strategies across Form Energy. This includes designing, implementing, and evaluating various learning programs as well as leading the design of a learning infrastructure. This visionary leader will apply their expertise in creating programs as well as in building key partnerships with content creators, design teams and learning technology partners. This position offers a hybrid remote work option with corporate offices located adjacent to our new advanced manufacturing facility in Weirton, WV. The scope of this role covers a rapidly growing workforce that is primarily based in Somerville (Boston), MA, Berkeley, CA and the Pittsburgh, PA/Weirton, WV region.

What You’ll Do:

● Collaborate with HR leadership to establish a robust learning framework for Form, facilitating rapid development of education and training capabilities including certifying content creators across Form.

● Work with functional leaders and HR/People Partners to identify training needs, employing advanced learning tools for a highly technical workforce.

● Evaluate and choose training vendors, content partners, and software to enhance services.

● Develop leadership programs for managers, nurturing a culture of continuous improvement and engagement.

● Create interactive training materials using adult learning principles, including e-learning modules and presentations.

● Stay updated on industry trends and integrate new methodologies and technologies into training practices.

● Assess training effectiveness through metrics and feedback, striving for continuous enhancement.

● Champion a learning culture and lead the communications and marketing plan to engage the workforce on learning and career development opportunities

● Develop skill matrices with business partners to support internal mobility and certifications.

● Oversee training compliance processes to ensure accuracy and accessibility of documentation.

● Leads, mentors, and develops the Learning and workforce development team and ensures the department administration (budgets, goal setting, performance management, hiring, etc.) is managed effectively.

● Collaborate with other departments, business leaders, and external partners to understand their needs, build analytical decision support tools, and align Learning and Development to support the organization’s goals. Build strong relationships with key stakeholders.

What You’ll Bring:

● Master's degree in education, instructional design, organizational development, or related field of study

● 8+ years of progressive experience in learning and development including at least 2 years of team management

● Experience designing learning across a technical and manufacturing workforce using advanced learning technologies

● Demonstrated ability to drive technology innovation and integration in a fast paced environment

● Ability to create clear presentations and written communication

● Comfortable in fast-paced environments with excellent time management skills

● Experience managing a learning management system (LMS) including the pathway to creating interfaces with HRIS tools, performing quality testing, and understanding of how to project manage LMS update with the vendor partner

● Ability to handle confidential data and work independently with minimal supervision

● Effective communication skills with all levels of employees, including senior management

Form Energy is committed to equitable compensation and we offer a generous benefits package to make sure you have the support you need. We cover 100% of employee premiums and 80% of dependent premiums for medical, dental, and vision insurance for full time employees. We offer a flexible Paid Time Off program and every employee, regardless of gender identity or expression, is eligible for 12 weeks of paid parental bonding leave. We offer a 401k and all employees are granted stock options. A full listing of our benefits is available on our careers page.

At Form Energy, we are working toward a 100% renewable energy future for everyone in the world. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our employees and are seeking to build a team that reflects the diversity of the people we hope to serve with our revolutionary products. Form Energy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.