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Are you ready to build America’s clean energy future with the team that will deliver? 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 renewable, reliable, and affordable energy, every day of the year.

Form Energy has been recognized by TIME as “One of the Best Inventions of 2023” for its battery technology and by MIT Technology Review as a “Top Climate Tech Company to Watch”. 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. Our team has more than doubled in size in the past year, and continues to expand every day. We have signed contracts with leading electric utilities across the United States. Pilot production of our iron-air batteries has already begun, and later 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 some of the most talented and motivated 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

We are seeking a full-time Federal Grants Manager and compliance specialist to implement and manage the administration of Form Energy’s ongoing Department of Energy grants and financial assistance awards. Form Energy and its partners have been selected for several federal grants, and you will play a crucial role in ensuring the successful execution and delivery of these projects. You will collaborate with a cross-functional team (including our policy, legal, commercial, supply chain, finance, and communications teams) to ensure that the company effectively manages and utilizes federal and private funds and complies with all applicable regulations.

What you'll do:

  • Lead the design and implementation of a robust federal grant compliance program to address programmatic and statutory requirements, including those related to procurement, cost-accounting, timekeeping, reporting, oversight and monitoring of subrecipients, Davis-Bacon and Build America, Buy America.

  • Act as the primary Form Energy point of contact for DOE Project Officers to foster the spirit of collaboration with our federal partners.

  • Collaborate with our policy, finance, commercial, legal, and supply chain teams to ensure a cohesive and integrated compliance program.

  • Develop updates and reports for the DOE related to program implementation.

  • Proactively improve, and effectively communicate, compliance processes and procedures across the organization to expand our culture of compliance and risk management.

  • Occasionally travel to relevant project sites and Form Energy offices to gain first-hand knowledge about our work and programs

What you'll bring:

  • 7+ years of relevant professional experience, including applying and implementing major U.S. federal grants.

  • Bachelor’s degree, with a preference for coursework in Project Management, Public Affairs, Public Policy, Business, or a related field.

  • Working knowledge of Department of Energy Grant programs and associated reporting requirements.

  • Exceptional commitment to maintaining well-organized and meticulous documentation of the compliance program.

Applications will be accepted until the job is filled.

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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.

Compensation Range: $117.1K - $158.5K