Staff Vision Engineer, Advanced Manufacturing

Are you ready to build America’s energy future? Form Energy is an American energy technology and manufacturing company. We are pioneering a new class of iron-air batteries to enable our electric grid to run on clean, reliable and affordable energy, every day of the year.

Over the past few years, Form Energy and our iron-air batteries have received numerous accolades, including being named a “Best Invention” by TIME, a “Top Climate Tech Company To Watch” by MIT Technology Review, and “One of the Next Big Things in Tech” by Fast Company. We are making rapid progress on our mission of delivering energy storage for a better world, and are growing just as rapidly to meet demand. We have signed contracts with leading electric utilities across the United States. Pilot production of our iron-air batteries has already begun, and this year, production will take off to high volumes at our new factory in West Virginia.

Working for Form Energy is more than just a job, it’s a chance to be part of something extraordinary. And right now might be the most exciting moment in the company’s history to join. We are assembling a team of exceptionally 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

Form Energy is hiring a Vision Engineer to design, implement, and optimize machine vision and profilometry systems for our advanced manufacturing operations. In this role, you will be part of our manufacturing process development team . You will be the subject matter expert, responsible for developing novel algorithms and defining the equipment we use to monitor and control the quality of our iron-air batteries and battery components.

This role will be located at Form Factory 1 in Weirton, WV, which is just a short drive outside of Pittsburgh, PA. Relocation assistance is available.

What you'll do:

• Develop and implement machine vision/profilometry solutions for quality inspection, defect detection, and process monitoring. Specify, procure, validate, and upgrade vision system components such as cameras, lenses, lighting, and software.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate high precision inspection systems into production lines and automation platforms. Oversee the installation, testing, and commissioning of vision systems in a high-volume production environment

• Analyze vision system performance to identify areas for improvement in accuracy, reliability, and speed.

• Lead efforts in root cause analysis and corrective actions related to vision system findings. Utilize vision system data to diagnose issues, identify trends, and improve manufacturing processes. Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to vision systems and equipment.

• Train production staff on the operation and maintenance of vision systems. Maintain comprehensive documentation for vision system design, development, and implementation.

What you'll bring:

• 3+ years of experience in developing and maintaining vision systems in a manufacturing, preferably in the battery or automotive industry.

• Demonstrated experience developing vision system platforms (e.g., Cognex, Keyence, Gocator, iRVision, Halcon) and programming languages (e.g., Python, C++, OpenCV).

• Strong understanding of image processing algorithms, optics, and lighting principles.

• Hands-on experience with industrial automation systems (e.g., PLCs, robotics)

• Familiarity with advanced defect detection techniques, AI-based vision systems, and SPC methodologies.

• Excellent communication and organizational skills

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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. 

When 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. 

To build a clean and equitable energy future, we need everyone at the table. We strive to form a team as diverse as the communities we will serve with our technology, and are committed to maintaining an inclusive environment for all employees. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply to our open jobs.