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Form Energy INC

Machinist

Weirton, WV Posted 2 months ago

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One solid signal, not two. Worth applying, and worth asking about sponsorship early.

  • Employer is on a government sponsor recordThe US Department of Labor certified 17 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first.
  • The posting doesn’t mention sponsorshipSilence isn’t a refusal — ask the recruiter before investing much time.
  • No salary bar for this routeH-1B has no fixed salary bar: the employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for the role and area.
  • Confirmed live todayWhen a source last listed this job as open.
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Employer is on a government sponsor record
The US Department of Labor certified 17 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
No salary bar for this route
H-1B has no fixed salary bar: the employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for the role and area. Cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level. Source: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/12/29/2025-23853/weighted-selection-process-for-registrants-and-petitioners-seeking-to-file-cap-subject-h-1b, rules effective 2026-02-27.

US H-1B: cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level — Level I gets 1 entry, Level IV gets 4 (DHS projected selection odds ≈15% at Level I to ≈61% at Level IV). Universities and non-profit research employers are cap-exempt. The $100,000 fee for new petitions from abroad is currently blocked by a court order (appeal pending).

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About the role

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 Form Energy is hiring a Machinist to join our manufacturing operations team in our high-volume manufacturing facility in Weirton, WV. This role will help develop and launch our Form Factory 1, Maker Space (Machine Shop), for our first-its-kind, advanced battery manufacturing. This new position is part of a fast-growing team. It will ideally suit someone who can work with a cross-functional team in a fast-paced environment, playing a key part in enabling quick fabrication turnaround for our manufacturing and design teams and is interested in working towards a suitable future. You will be able to use both traditional machine shop equipment (mills, lathes, etc.) and new technology like 3D printing or the ability to learn quickly. You will collaborate with stakeholders on creative solutions to manufacturing problems and fabrication needs. If this sounds like the perfect opportunity for you, apply today! It's an exciting opportunity to contribute to a sustainable future by scaling our multi-day energy storage system. WHAT YOU'LL DO: - Operate and maintain machining equipment (lathes, mills, laser cutters, 3D printers, etc.) - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and manufacture parts - Review drawings, instructions, blueprints, or samples to ensure accurate production - Take precise measurements for cutting or shaping - Select the appropriate machine and settings for a given task - Check output for quality assurance and documents or discard defects - Identify the need for and perform machine maintenance and minor repairs WHAT YOU'LL BRING: - Demonstrated experience working with machine tools or mechanical assembly - Proven knowledge of safety protocols - Experience with CAD, 3D printing, and fusion 360 - Apprenticeship or vocational training preferred - Well-developed communication and collaboration skills and proactive team player with strong attention to detail - Ability to thrive in a fast-paced startup environment WHERE YOU'LL WORK: This role is based at Form Factory 1 in Weirton, WV—an easy commute from the city of Pittsburgh, PA. This 550,000-square-foot facility is o

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