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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!\nIn 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.\nWorking 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.\nFeeling energized to make a meaningful impact on the world? Then keep reading - you’ve come to the right place.\nRole Description\nForm Energy is hiring a Maintenance Manager to lead the maintenance team that keeps our manufacturing and factory build operations running safely and reliably. This role reports into our Senior Maintenance Manager. As part of our Factory Operations team, you will build and lead a team of maintenance technicians, own preventative and corrective maintenance programs, and partner with Manufacturing, Engineering, and EHS teams to maximize equipment uptime. 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! Relocation assistance is available. \nWhat you'll do:\nLead, coach, and develop a team of maintenance technicians, including hiring, scheduling, and performance management\n\nOwn the preventative and predictive maintenance program, including PM schedules, spare parts strategy, and CMMS data quality\n\nDrive troubleshooting, repair, and root cause analysis on mechanical, electrical, and controls issues in manufacturing equipment\n\nPlan and oversee installation and commissioning of new and retrofit equipment in partnership with Engineering\n\nEstablish and track maintenance KPIs (uptime, MTBF/MTTR, PM compliance, backlog) and report them to leadership\n\nEnsure a safe work environment by enforcing LOTO and other safety standards, and partnering with EHS\n\nManage maintenance budgets, vendors, and contractors, and prioritize work orders against production needs\n\nBuild maintenance procedures and documentation that scale as the factory grows\n\nWhat you'll bring:\n7+ years of experience in industrial or manufacturing equipment maintenance, including 2+ years leading a maintenance team\n\nStrong mechanical, electrical, and controls troubleshooting skills, with the ability to read and work from schematics\n\nHands-on experience running a CMMS and building PM programs\n\nProven root cause analysis and continuous improvement skills (e.g., 5-Why, FMEA, Reliability-Centered Maintenance)\n\nStrong safety mindset, with working knowledge of LOTO, OSHA, and electrical safety standards\n\nClear communication and the ability to work across production, engineering, and leadership\n\nPreferred, technical degree or trade certification; experience in a high-growth or new-factory ramp environment\n\nWhere you'll work:\nThis 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.\n\n#LI-Onsite\n#LI-DL1\nHumanity 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. \nWhen 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. \nTo 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.\nIf you may require reasonable accommodations to participate in our interview process, please contact . Requests for accommodations will be treated with discretion.\nForm Energy is committed to maintaining the privacy of our applicants. 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