Director, R&D
Company: Form Energy
Location: Somerville
Posted on: June 17, 2022
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Job Description:
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 Director of R&D to lead our
Form Futures team, which develops next-generation technologies in
support of our aggressive technology and product development
roadmaps. Form Futures has three strategic pillars: 1) iron-air
(core technology) roadmap, 2) next-generation energy storage
chemistries, and 3) blue sky energy technology concepts that
leverage our technologies and expertise. The ideal candidate is a
technical visionary and experienced people manager who takes
ownership of the function and all aspects of the execution. The
ideal candidate will bring direct experience from research and
development of electrochemical technologies that have been
productized and will have a demonstrated track record of technical
team management, leading a team to achieve aggressive goals with
limited budgets and tight timelines. This is an opportunity to take
on a significant technical leadership role within the company,
reporting directly to the CTO.What You'll Do:Lead the Form Futures
team responsible for Form Energy's next-generation technology
developmentPartner closely with product management, supply chain,
and other technology teams to identify and execute on an aggressive
and agile R&D agendaManage rapid design, prototyping, and
testing cycles to rapidly evaluate technology conceptsEstablish
project objectives, milestones, and success criteria and make clear
go/no go decisions on projectsDefine and develop appropriate
techno-economic models that balance speed and accuracy
appropriately with technology maturityHire, develop, and lead a
world-class team of engineers and scientists to achieve these
outcomesEmbody and champion Form Energy's values of Humanity,
Excellence, and Creativity by managing with an emphasis on
innovative problem solving, rapid cycles of learning, and high
standards for quality of work products and throughput.What You'll
Bring:M.S. or higher in engineering or physical science12+ years of
professional experience (8+ in a leadership role)Experience in the
development of one or more commercialized electrochemical
productDemonstrated track record of leading innovative
cross-functional teams to deliver results against tight timelines
and budgets, often requiring or involving significant
invention.#LI-JP1Form 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.Somerville, MA /Technology - Form Futures /Full Time -
Onsite
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