Materials Characterization Technician

Form Energy is a U.S. technology and manufacturing company that is developing and commercializing cost-effective multi-day energy storage systems to enable the global electricity system to run on 100% low-cost renewable energy, every day of the year. Driven by Form’s core values of humanity, excellence, and creativity, our team is deeply motivated and inspired to create a better world. We seek to transform the energy landscape and do our part in making the world better for all. We are supported by leading investors who share a common belief that low-cost, multi-day energy storage will be a key enabler of tomorrow’s zero carbon electric system.
Role DescriptionWe are looking for a Materials Characterization Technician to support the development of our core technology by quantifying and describing the structure and function of materials within our battery systems. In this hands-on role, you will collaborate with our Technical Operations team to prepare and measure samples that advance our understanding of the physical phenomena behind long-duration energy storage. To achieve success in this role, candidates should have experience working in laboratory settings, executing standard operating procedures, and maintaining organized work spaces.

What You'll Do:

• Execute standard operating procedures (SOPs) for the preparation and measurement of materials in various characterization workflows
• Measurement techniques serve to investigate metallurgical microstructures, amorphous powder homogeneity, porous materials wettability and elemental composition
• Inform the development and launch of characterization tools and programs (such as Kanban or 5S) to increase efficiency of experimental operations
• Support instrument upkeep and troubleshooting by interfacing with our internal Lab Operations team and external providers of preventative maintenance
• Track sample status using a cloud-based organizational tool
• Facilitate installation, assembly and maintenance of new analytical instruments

What You'll Bring:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Laboratory experience with sample preparation and measurement utilizing metallurgical materials characterization techniques
• Basic chemical hygiene and lab safety knowledge
• Experience using cloud based organizational tools
• Strong interpersonal communication skills to share learnings with other lab operators and the broader organization
• Positive attitude and appetite to learn and grow within our organization
• High attention to detail with excellent organizational and communication skills

Form Energy is committed to equitable compensation and we offer a generous benefits package to make sure you have the support you need. We cover 100% of employee premiums and 80% of dependent premiums for medical, dental, and vision insurance for full time employees. We offer a flexible Paid Time Off program and every employee, regardless of gender identity or expression, is eligible for 12 weeks of paid parental bonding leave. We offer a 401k and all employees are granted stock options. A full listing of our benefits is available on our careers page. 
At Form Energy, we are working toward a 100% renewable energy future for everyone in the world. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our employees and are seeking to build a team that reflects the diversity of the people we hope to serve with our revolutionary products. Form Energy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.