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Senior Electrical Engineer, Test Infrastructure
Form Energy INC · 🇺🇸 Somerville, MA
Sponsorship verdict
Sponsorship possible
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. USCIS also records 1 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
- 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. 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.
- What Form Energy INC paid sponsored hires in similar roles2 certified filings for “Staff Controls Engineer, System Manager” (Electrical Engineers) in WV: $138k–$169k, median $153k. Most were filed at wage level IV (100%) — 4 lottery entries, ≈61% projected selection odds for cap-subject employers. Source: US Department of Labor LCA disclosure data (Oct 2025 – Jun 2026).
- Confirmed live todayWhen a source last listed this job as open.
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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Sponsor Radar — Form Energy INC
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. USCIS also records 1 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
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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 Senior Electrical Engineer for the Test Infrastructure Team in Somerville, Massachusetts. In this role you will be responsible for the design and delivery of test equipment that enables the execution of critical tests across our iron-air battery systems and supporting hardware. The scope of your work will range from simple fixture development and material handling systems through complex verification test beds used in the evaluation of our battery systems. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the scaling of our battery technology and be part of the growth of a fast-moving company with breakthrough technology and an incredible mission! Relocation assistance is available. WHAT YOU'LL DO: - Design, build, and deploy custom test equipment used in the electrical testing of battery hardware and software. - Modify existing designs to accommodate new requirements and test objectives. - Create electrical schematics to capture complex test system designs including the design of control panels, test racks, custom PCBAs, harnesses, etc. - Collaborate with mechanical engineers on the physical form factor of test stands, optimizing for operability, maintenance and safety. - Ensure electrical equipment designs meet safety, reliability, and compliance standards for high-power and hazardous systems. - Document test system designs, usage guidelines, and validation procedures. - Support troubleshooting, maintenance, and continuous improvement of deployed test infrastructure. WHAT YOU'LL BRING: - BS or MS in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering or related field. - 4+ years of experience in electrical design and/or test equipment development (battery or energy systems experience is a plus). - Proficiency with eCAD tools (Altium, AutoCAD Electrical, E-Plan, etc.) - Experience designing control panels adhering to UL508A standards. - Experience specifying electronic test hardware (PLC IO cards, power supplies, circuit protection, etc). - Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to balance speed, rigor, and safety