Manager, Manufacturing Technical Program ManagementProgram Management Office * Weirton, WV * Full time

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. Trial production of our iron-air batteries has already begun, and this year, production will take off to high volumes at our new factory in West Virginia.

Working for Form Energy is more than just a job, it's a chance to be part of something extraordinary. And right 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 exceptionally 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.

This important role will manage the growing portfolio of Manufacturing Programs and a team of Technical Program Managers. This group will enable the development and production ramping of our novel iron air batteries. We are looking for an experienced manager of program teams to help shape how we think, develop and execute on all things manufacturing at Form Energy from pilot builds to mass manufacturing. This role will sit in our Pennsylvania location with travel as needed.

This opportunity is based out of Form Factory 1 in Weirton, WV. Relocation assistance is available.

• Lead a team of technical program managers with a focus on team development, growth and continuous improvement

• Translate top down strategy to chart clear manufacturing project milestones, account for necessary resources, and define deliverables

• Establish program management principles for manufacturing engineering and how they connect to our product development process

• Generate manufacturing development schedules and execution plans indicating critical path and key decision milestones

• Prepare and lead cross-functional reviews to escalate issues and enable program execution

• Facilitate communication and cross functional alignment within the Manufacturing Development organization and with other Form Energy teams

• BS or MS degree in an engineering or management discipline

• 2+ years experience as a people manager

• 8+ years of experience in equipment design, manufacturing operations, engineering, and/or program management

• Understanding of high-volume manufacturing processes, operations management, and supply chain management

• Excellent planning, collaboration, and facilitation skills to manage complex cross-functional projects and take ambiguous assignments to completion

• Experience presenting to executive level management on program status, recommendations, and priorities

• An ability to provide clear, well-structured, and concise communications tailored to each appropriate audience

• Ability to influence and thrive within a rapidly changing / growing organization

• Ability to travel domestically and internationally

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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.