Form Energy
Energy Technology
StaffControlsEngineer,Robotics&Vision
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“Staff Controls Engineer, Robotics & Vision at Form Energy. Skills: Robotics, Vision Systems, PLC Programming, Manufacturing Automation. Own design of automation equipment. Own development of automation equipment”
What You'll Achieve.
Deliver complex systems on time; Deliver complex systems within budget; Maximize throughput; Ensure top-tier safety
Industry & Context.
Troubleshoot complex issues
Rotating on-call responsibility
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
8+ years hands-on engineering experience, Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Controls, or Mechatronics Engineering, Siemens TIA-Portal programming, Rockwell Studio 5000 programming, FANUC robotics proficiency, Keyence expertise, Cognex expertise, Functional Safety systems familiarity, Read electrical schematics, Interpret electrical schematics, Redline electrical schematics, iba execution, Octoplant execution
Nice to Have
Familiarity with Beckhoff TwinCat, Experience with Ignition Perspective, Experience with Siemens WinCC, Experience with Rockwell FTView ME, Knowledge of OT Networks, Experience with IPC/Panel PC setup, Experience with control panel fabrication
What You'll Do.
Own design of automation equipment
Own development of automation equipment
Own deployment of automation equipment
Act as technical lead
Collaborate with Automation teams
Collaborate with E&I teams
Collaborate with SCADA teams
Deliver complex systems
Mentor robotics engineers
Mentor vision controls engineers
Collaborate with equipment vendors
Ensure vendor meets standards
Lead Factory Acceptance Testing
Lead Site Acceptance Testing
Develop robotics systems
Test robotics systems
Program robotics systems
Integrate robotics systems
Develop vision systems
Program vision systems
Integrate vision systems
Program MES data transactions
Troubleshoot MES data transactions
Serve as escalation point
Troubleshoot robotics issues
Troubleshoot vision issues
Troubleshoot electrical issues
Ensure top-tier safety
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborating with Automation teams; Collaborating with E&I teams; Collaborating with SCADA teams; Collaborating with equipment vendors
Process & Methodology
Project leadership
Full Job Description
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 and production of our iron-air batteries is underway at our first high-volume manufacturing facility in West Virginia. Working 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. Feeling energized to make a meaningful impact on the world? Then keep reading - you’ve come to the right place. ROLE DESCRIPTION As a Staff Controls Engineer on the Robotics & Vision team, you will step into a high-impact technical leadership role. You will own the design, development, and deployment of novel automation equipment used to manufacture our revolutionary Iron-Air batteries. Reporting to our Senior Controls Engineering Manager, you will serve as a pillar of a rapidly growing Manufacturing Co
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