Hiring: Manager, Manufacturing Engineering Company: Form Energy Location: Weirton, WV Job Posted Time: 2026-09-03 14:22:52 Employment Type: Full-time Target Skills & Keywords : Assembly, Jira, Lean Manufacturing, Project Management About the job Experience: •1-3 years of experience leading an engineering team. •7+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering, with 1-3 years of experience leading an engineering team. Required Skills: •Lead and manage the manufacturing engineering team for pack assembly areas. •Develop, implement, and optimize manufacturing processes for battery module and pack assembly. •Spearhead the procurement, installation, and commissioning of manufacturing equipment, including developing detailed user requirement specifications (URS) and leading factory and site acceptance testing (FAT/SAT). •Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance production efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness. •Partner cross-functionally with design engineering during the product development phase to ensure new products are designed for manufacturability (DFM) and assembly (DFA). •Lead technical discussions with internal design partners, external suppliers, and integrators. •Manage all manufacturing engineering phases of a product launch, from early-stage design reviews to line commissioning and production ramp-up. •Mentor and develop a team of manufacturing engineers. Qualifications: •Demonstrated experience in manufacturing equipment procurement, setup, and commissioning, including a clear understanding of equipment qualification and validation protocols. •In-depth knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and their application in a high-volume production environment. •Demonstrated experience in a process engineering capacity, with a track record of developing and optimizing new manufacturing processes. •Proven ability to manage the full lifecycle of a manufacturing project, from initial concept to full-scale production. •Exceptional organizational skills and experience with project management tools, with a preference for Jira. •A solid technical background with the ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with design teams in the early stages of product development. •Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Manufacturing engineering •This role is based at Form Factory 1 in Weirton, WV—an easy commute from the city of Pittsburgh, PA. This 550,000-square-foot facility is our hub for high-volume battery production and a leader in the new era of American energy manufacturing. Relocation assistance is available. •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. Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!