Senior Hardware Test Engineer

Who you are

• Subject Matter Expertise: Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field with 4 years of deep technical experience in Test Engineering, data analysis, and a proven track record of leading complex hardware verification programs
• Data-Driven Strategy: Extensive experience designing and leading test strategies, processing high-bandwidth vibration data, and translating raw results into actionable engineering insights that directly impact product reliability
• Design Partnership: A demonstrated ability to serve as a strategic partner to Design Engineering, bridging the gap between theoretical design and physical validation to influence early-stage hardware concepts
• Analytical Rigor: Proficiency in closing the loop between test and analysis, ensuring that empirical data is used to increase the fidelity of static and dynamic models. Sense of urgency and self-driven to hit difficult schedule targets
• Leadership & Mentorship: A strong desire and demonstrated ability to mentor junior technical staff and coordinate milestone-driven project sub-tasks
• External Test Lab Partnership: Proficiency in understanding in-house and external lab capabilities, and direct/coordinate test execution at external labs per business needs

What the job involves

• Form Energy is hiring a Senior Test Engineer to join our Test Engineering team
• In this position, you will design, develop, and implement test strategies and prioritizing tests, in partnership with design teams, to ensure the reliability, safety, and performance of our energy storage products
• You will leverage your strong background in mechanical and electrical component-level and system-level functional testing skills in order to succeed in this position
• This is an exciting opportunity to help shape and be part of the growth of a fast-moving company with breakthrough technology and an incredible mission!
• Develop, execute, and own comprehensive test strategies for component, subsystem and system-level testing, including electrical and mechanical performance, characterization, and stress testing, for energy storage system products and their respective components and subsystems
• Design complex electromechanical test systems and high-voltage architectures
• Troubleshoot electrical issues in a range of test stands for a variety of purposes
• Finds and resolves systematic test architecture deficiencies and inefficiencies
• Leverages hands-on experience and actual technical outcomes to advise on and implement the selection of data acquisition systems and test sensors
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop test cases and procedures covering a range of operating conditions and use cases
• Analyze large test datasets to identify trends, anomalies, and areas for improvement in product performance and reliability. Correlate test data to theoretical models and simulations as-needed
• Prepare and deliver detailed test reports summarizing findings, conclusions, and recommendations for design enhancements or corrective actions
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize testing processes, increase efficiency, and enhance the overall quality of energy storage products

Benefits

• 100% of medical, dental, and vision premiums covered for employees
• Health insurance coverage begins first day of employment
• Health Savings Account
• Generous PTO policies to enable employees to recharge when needed
• An Employee Resource Program that provides mental health counseling services, legal guidance, financial resources, and other helpful consulting services
• 80% of the total medical, dental, and vision premiums covered for dependents
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave, 14 weeks for the birthing parent
• Access to a Dependent Care Account
• Access to a Health Flexible Spending Account
• Access to a Commuter Benefits Account
• Access to an Adoption Assistance Flexible Spending Account
• Stock options granted to all employees
• Stock equity education and tax advice service provided by Carta
• Company sponsored 401k
• Access to an annual budget for professional development
• License to complete Gallup’s Strengths Finder Assessment and ongoing resources
• 100% employer-sponsored coverage life insurance, and short and long-term disability policies