Staff Mechnical Design Engineer - Thermal SystemsMechanical Design Engineering * Berkeley, CA *[...]

Role DescriptionThe Mechanical Engineering team at Form focuses on designing the battery cell, module, and full pack system that forms the foundation of our innovative utility‑scale multi‑day energy storage system. We strive to deliver designs that are optimized for performance, quality, reliability, and cost for high‑volume manufacturing at Form Factory.We're hiring a hands‑on Staff Mechanical Design Engineer to own the design of subsystems within our Thermal management system. This is a critical system in Form's iron‑air battery technology and is vital to the system's successful operation and cell temperature control. In this role, you will play a key part in the product architecture and detailed design stages, first‑of‑a‑kind build activities, system verification, and design for cost. You can expect to build and verify analytical models of the system, lead prototyping efforts, and work closely with controls engineers to implement the system concept of operations.Relocation assistance is available.What you'll do:Architect, design, prototype, and test the thermal management system to meet critical performance requirementsBuild and maintain thermal system analytical models that inform design architecture decisionsFabricate and test first‑of‑a‑kind prototypes to validate system design choicesConsider ways to design the product for high‑volume manufacturing and reduce product costLead critical vendor engagements and collaborate with manufacturing engineers to transition system designs from prototype to high‑volume productionCollaborate with the Electrical and Controls teams to optimize actuator and sensor integrationMentor junior engineers and level up our mechanical engineering best practicesChampion safety, especially in the development of new laboratory processesWhat you'll bring:Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field; Bachelor's with 8+ years of industry experience in mechanical design of equipment, liquid or gas handling systemsUnderstanding of first‑principles fluids modeling and experience optimizing designs for manufacturing and cost‑downExperience working in a manufacturing environment or with contract manufacturing vendorsDemonstrated experience optimizing mechanical design, thermodynamic systems, and interdisciplinary interfaces of fluid systemsSense of urgency and self‑driven to hit difficult schedule targetsDirect experience in product development within an early‑stage environment ramping into productionHumanity 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.If you may require reasonable accommodations to participate in our interview process, please contact . Requests for accommodations will be treated with discretion.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.Compensation Range: $147,959 - $194,218#J-18808-Ljbffr