Senior Staff Mechanical Engineer, Fluid Systems Expert

2 weeks ago


Berkeley, California, United States Form Energy, Inc. Full time
Transform the Energy Landscape with Form Energy

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact on the world? Form Energy, Inc. is a pioneering energy technology and manufacturing company that's changing the game with its innovative iron-air batteries. We're seeking a highly skilled Senior Staff Mechanical Engineer to join our Fluid Systems Engineering team and help us deliver a cleaner, more sustainable energy future.

Role Overview

The Fluid Systems Engineering team is a multidisciplinary group focused on designing systems for electrolyte management, air delivery, and thermal cooling for our energy storage system. As a Senior Staff Mechanical Engineer, you'll lead system-level architecture trade studies, analyze systems and components, and provide design direction. Your expertise will be crucial in defining and executing system-level design trade studies to inform performance, efficiency, and cost optimization.

Responsibilities
  • Lead fluid systems analysis and architecture efforts for our next-generation product
  • Ensure designs meet functional and safety requirements and are compliant with industry standards
  • Provide first-generation analysis support for Root Cause Analysis and performance optimization
  • Coordinate prototype and verification test builds to datamatch analysis results and substantiate architecture choices
  • Collaborate with the manufacturing team to co-develop a product designed for high-volume manufacturing
  • Champion safety in the development of new laboratory processes
  • Participate in first-fielded unit operations for systems validation
Requirements
  • Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field; BS with 8+ years of industry experience or MS with 6+ years of related industry experience
  • Experience with first-principles design and optimizing designs for performance, efficiency, cost, and manufacturability
  • Proficient in fluid dynamics, heat transfer, and flow network analysis
  • Demonstrated experience with optimizing mechanical design, balance-of-plant systems, and interdisciplinary interfaces of fluid systems or airflow systems
  • Direct experience in product development within an early-stage environment, proficient with prototyping techniques and making test devices
  • Prior experience in Energy Storage, Battery Systems, Renewable Energy, or Utility industry is a plus
What We Offer

At Form Energy, we value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salaries, stock options, and a holistic benefits package to ensure all employees have what they need to thrive. We also offer 100% medical, dental, and vision premiums for full-time employees and 80% for dependents, as well as generous vacation policies and at least 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents.

We're committed to maintaining an inclusive environment for all employees and strive to form a team as diverse as the communities we will serve with our technology. We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.



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