Description

Role Description
Form Energy is hiring a Senior Engineering Program Manager to take on a pivotal role in developing the strategy and driving execution of our first in-kind battery development and manufacturing programs. As part of the PMO (Program Management Office), you will bring the cross functional teams together and execute on the plan to transition the product from development to prototype then commercial manufacturing. 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!

This role is based out of Form Factory 1 in Weirton, West Virginia. Relocation assistance is available.

Requirements

What you'll do:

• Develop a cross functional and cohesive program plan based on your deep understanding of the program strategy, dependencies, teams, risks, sequences and execution plan. Own the schedules.
• Build the strategy by working with team members to translate the top-down corporate strategy and milestones into detailed road maps, timelines, and deliverables
• Drive the execution in support of the product design and  Manufacturing teams in establishing commercial manufacturing capabilities
• Provide clarity on plans, risks, gaps, problem statements, tradeoffs and paths forward.
• Prepare and lead cross-functional reviews to escalate issues, mitigate risks and enable program execution 
• Facilitate communication and cross-functional alignment within the Manufacturing organization and with other Form Energy teams
• Contribute to program management principles for manufacturing engineering and how they connect to our product development process

What you'll bring:

• 5+  years of experience in Technical / Engineering Program Management 
• Demonstrated experience in managing manufacturing & engineering programs with a BS or MS degree in related fields
• Understanding of high-volume manufacturing processes, pilot-scale development and R+D processes
• Strong supplier management experience; experience with engineering development vendor management
• Excellent planning, collaboration, and facilitation skills to manage complex cross-functional projects and take ambiguous assignments to completion
• Experience presenting to executive-level management on program status, recommendations, and priorities. 
• A blend of business and technical knowledge allowing for big-picture vision and the ability to dive deep into specific challenges while thriving in a rapidly changing / growing organization.