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. Trial 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 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 DescriptionThis position is the leader of our People Systems department. They provide strategic direction, leadership, and oversight for all aspects of HR operations including HR Information Services (Oracle Cloud HCM), Total Rewards Systems (Compensation, Benefits, Leave Management), Payroll and Employee Lifecycle (On/Offboarding, life changes, etc). Responsibilities include system implementation, process design, vendor selection, and change management.
The Director brings deep expertise in HR processes, data integrity, system configuration, and technologies such as Core HRIS, Benefits, Compliance, Compensation, and Payroll. They also partner with key stakeholders, including IT, Finance, and Payroll, to deliver effective, scalable HR solutions. As a core member of the People Leadership Team, they will participate in setting the strategic direction for the People function to ensure the People Team is at the forefront of readiness for this rapidly growing organization!
Optimize and ensure the Oracle Cloud HCM human capital management platform and all associated systems and tools are being leveraged appropriately to drive efficiency
Identifies opportunities for process optimization, automation, and simplification of tools and approaches and develops scalable methodologies and tools to optimize HR
operations and streamline core processes
Designs and oversees HR processes and workflows, including onboarding, payroll, pay
for performance, benefits administration, and employee data management.
Evaluate, select, and manage HR process outsourcing vendors and contracts including
benefits brokers, equity and retirement account management partners, and third party
data administrators
Lead, mentor, and develop a team responsible for systems and HR operations and
ensure the department administration is managed effectively such as budgets, goal
setting, performance management, hiring, etc.
Collaborate with other departments, business leaders, and external partners to
understand their HR needs, build analytical decision support tools, and align HR
operations to support the organization’s goals.
Build strong relationships with key stakeholders
Master’s Degree in Management, Finance, or HR required and at least 10 years of
progressive experience in Human Resource areas including: HR Technology
assessment and deployment, HR compliance, HR operations preferred.
Must have been accountable for leading the design and implementation of HRIS
System.
Must have led a cross-functional team of HR practitioners responsible for clarifying roles,
setting goals/outcome, defining metrics and coaching teams to deliver results
Experience using business analytical skills including facilitating sessions and
documenting activity workflows and business requirements
Intermediate level skill in Microsoft Excel; exposure to business intelligence software desired
Ability to listen and engage with empathy, communicate clearly, and present successfully
to a variety of audiences
Demonstrated skills in planning, organizing and managing complex functions and
projects
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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 America’s energy future, we need everyone at the table. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply to our open jobs.
Form Energy is committed to maintaining the privacy of our applicants. Please be aware that we will never solicit sensitive personal information such as Social Security numbers or bank account details during the recruiting or hiring process.