Manager, Manufacturing Engineering, Pack Assembly

Form Energy is hiring a Manufacturing Engineering Manager to lead our pack assembly area. In this pivotal role, you will bridge the gap between initial product design and high-volume production, overseeing the entire lifecycle of battery module and pack assembly processes. You will be responsible for building and mentoring a high-performing engineering team while spearheading the procurement and commissioning of cutting-edge manufacturing equipment.

The ideal candidate is a technical expert in Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Lean principles, possessing the project management prowess to navigate complex product launches and knowing how to advance the manufacturing design effectively. If you have a proven track record of scaling production environments and a passion for optimizing complex assembly lines, we want to hear from you

- Lead and manage the manufacturing engineering team for pack assembly areas.

- Develop, implement, and optimize manufacturing processes for battery module and pack assembly.

- Spearhead the procurement, installation, and commissioning of manufacturing equipment, including developing detailed user requirement specifications (URS) and leading factory and site acceptance testing (FAT/SAT).

- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance production efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness.

- Collaborate with design engineering during the product development phase to ensure new products are designed for manufacturability (DFM) and assembly (DFA).

- Lead technical discussions with internal design partners, external suppliers, and integrators.

- Manage all manufacturing engineering phases of a product launch, from early-stage design reviews to line commissioning and production ramp-up.

- Utilize project management software like Jira to track project timelines, tasks, and deliverables.

- 7+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering, with 1-3 years of experience leading an engineering team.

- Demonstrated experience in manufacturing equipment procurement, setup, and commissioning, including a clear understanding of equipment qualification and validation protocols.

- Strong understanding of lean manufacturing principles and their application in a high-volume production environment.

- Demonstrated experience in a process engineering capacity, with a track record of developing and optimizing new manufacturing processes.

- Proven ability to manage the full lifecycle of a manufacturing project, from initial concept to full-scale production.

- Exceptional organizational skills and experience with project management tools, with a preference for Jira.

- A solid technical background with the ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with design teams in the early stages of product development.

- Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Manufacturing engineering

This role is based at Form Factory 1 in Weirton, WV—an easy commute from the city of Pittsburgh, PA. This 550,000-square-foot facility is our hub for high-volume battery production and a leader in the new era of American energy manufacturing. Relocation assistance is available.