Manager, Electronics EngineeringSystems Electrical Engineering * Berkeley, CA * Full time * On-site

Are you ready to build America's energy future? Form Energy is an American manufacturing and energy technology company. We're revolutionizing energy storage with cost-effective, multi-day technology designed to keep the electric grid secure and reliable, even during extended periods of stress. By strengthening the electric system and reimagining what's possible, we're giving clean energy a whole new form!

In recent years, Form Energy has earned a number of accolades, including being named by TIME as a "Best Invention", MIT Technology Review as a "Top Climate Tech Company To Watch", and Fast Company as "One of the Next Big Things In Tech". We are making rapid progress on our mission of delivering energy storage for a better world, and our team is growing just as rapidly to meet demand. We have signed contracts with leading electric utilities across the United States and production of our iron-air batteries is underway at our first high-volume manufacturing facility in West Virginia.

Working for Form Energy is more than just a job, it's a chance to be part of something extraordinary. And now - right as we significantly scale up battery manufacturing - might be the most exciting moment in the company's history to join. We are assembling a team of highly talented and driven individuals across the country. Driven by our core values of humanity, excellence, and creativity, our team is determined to deliver on our mission and transform the energy landscape for the better.

Feeling energized to make a meaningful impact on the world? Then keep reading - you've come to the right place.

Form Energy is hiring an Electronics Design Manager to lead the PCBA team. This role reports into our System Engineering BMS team. As part of the BMS team, you will contribute to/work on/be involved in battery management controllers and sensor designs in collaboration/partnership with Systems Engineering, Mechanical, and Software Controls teams. 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!

• Lead and mentor a team of electrical engineers, fostering an environment of technical excellence, and professional growth.

• Accountable for the development and delivery of the Battery Management PCBAs, customer sensor electronics, and wire harness definition.

• Direct the end-to-end development of all PCBA hardware, from concept and design through validation and production.

• Ensure all designs meet rigorous UL Functional Safety, reliability testing (HALT), and internal performance standards.

• Establish and standardize a unified electronics development process to improve efficiency, quality, and predictability.

• Serve as the primary cross-functional liaison with Mechanical, Firmware, Supply Chain, and Manufacturing teams to ensure seamless product integration.

• 7+ years of experience in electronics design.

• 2+ years of experience in a management/leadership position

• Demonstrated experience in BMS designs, circuit design, PCBA manufacturing, or cross-functional electrical integration in a relevant safety-oriented industry.

• Experience with setting up design reviews and managing conflicting constraints.

• Familiarity with the lifecycle and manufacturing for electronics design.

• Experience in electronics verification and validation.

• Functional Safety mindset and process.

• Excellence with communicating design decisions with cross-functional teams, through various stages of the product development process.

• Ability to manage Jira tasks for a team of engineers, and delegate responsibility to senior members of the team

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Humanity 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 accommodations@formenergy.com. 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: $170.3K - $222.3K