Failure Analysis Technician

Form Energy
Somerville, MA
Category Engineering
Job Description
Form Energy is seeking a Failure Analysis Technician to support critical lab activities that enhance the robustness and reliability of our iron-air battery products. As part of the Reliability Engineering Team, you will contribute to failure analysis efforts through battery cell teardowns, failure data collection, and post-teardown sample preparation and processing.

Requirements

  • Conduct hands-on lab work, utilizing a variety of handheld power tools to disassemble cycled battery cells and support failure analysis.
  • Collaborate closely with engineers to inspect electrode components during teardown, and document teardown observations and record failure modes for battery product design and build improvements.
  • Prepare post-teardown electrode samples using machine tools and perform sample processing in a wet lab environment for material characterization essential to failure analysis.
  • Maintain lab tools and equipment, ensure an organized and efficient workplace, and be a champion for safety in the lab.
  • Improve cell teardown processes by prototyping and fixture design.
  • Write and maintain SOPs.

Benefits

  • Competitive salaries
  • Stock options
  • Holistic benefits package
  • 100% medical, dental, and vision premiums for full-time employees
  • At least 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents
  • Generous vacation policies
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