Form Energy

Energy Technology

StaffControlsEngineer,Robotics&Vision

$175–235k ~AI est. Weirton, West Virginia, United States FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

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The Brief

“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.

Energy Technology
Problems you'll solve

Troubleshoot complex issues

Eligibility Requirements

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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