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Quality Engineer roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA's Engineering category, covering disciplines from process validation to supplier quality. Canadian citizens can enter at the border with an offer letter; Mexican citizens go through consular processing. Your degree in engineering or a related technical field is the credential that unlocks this path.
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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 seeking an Analytical Development Engineer to develop and validate analytical methods that ensure the performance, safety, and reliability of battery components. You will create robust, data-driven methods that support product qualification, root-cause investigations, and continuous improvement. You’ll work closely with Design Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Supply Chain, and Operations to prioritize method development, reduce measurement-system error, and strengthen Control and Response Plans for production in FF1. This hands-on role directly impacts production readiness and product quality. You will also support root-cause and corrective-action efforts for emerging production issues and help align analytical strategies across sites.
Relocation assistance is available.
What you'll do:
- Interface with Design Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Supply Chain, and Operations to identify where new or improved analytical methods are needed to control processes, reduce variability, and enable better business decisions.
- Build and document end-to-end development workflows for new analytical methods, including scoping, experimental design, optimization, validation, and readiness for production use.
- Maintain and continuously improve the training program for new analytical methods, ensuring technicians and engineers are fully qualified and methods are executed consistently across sites.
- Partner with the Lab Manager to diagnose and resolve instrument excursions, performance drift, and maintenance issues that impact method reliability.
- Serve as a technical leader in root-cause investigations and corrective-action efforts for production issues, using analytical data to drive problem resolution and prevent recurrence.
What you'll bring:
- 5+ years of quality systems experience in a manufacturing environment
- Advanced understanding of measurement system analysis, sampling plans, hypothesis testing, and calibration
- Structured problem-solving (8D) and analytical skills, including strong technical skills in statistical tools, Design of Experiments (DOE), Process Capability (Cpk, Ppk), etc.
- Ability to work well in a dynamic, fast-paced environment while remaining detail-oriented with strong record-keeping and organizational skills
- Experienced in ISO9001, ISO/TS 16949, APQP, PPAP, SPC is a plus
- Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or similar fields is a plus
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 our hub for high-volume battery production and a leader in the new era of American energy manufacturing. Relocation assistance is available.
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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.
If you may require reasonable accommodations to participate in our interview process, please contact accommodations@formenergy.com. Requests for accommodations will be treated with discretion.
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.
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Align your credentials to engineering categories
TN visa eligibility for Quality Engineers depends on holding a degree in engineering or a closely related field. A quality management or industrial technology degree may qualify, but a general business degree won't. Confirm your credential matches before applying.
Target manufacturers with established quality systems
Automotive, aerospace, and medical device companies hire Quality Engineers in volume and already run documented TN sponsorship processes. Their HR teams understand the role-to-visa-category mapping, which shortens offer-to-start timelines considerably.
Search TN-sponsoring employers through Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Quality Engineer roles by employers with recent visa filings. This surfaces companies experienced with visa sponsorship, so you're not educating HR from scratch during negotiations.
Frame your offer letter around specialty occupation language
The offer letter is your TN admission document. It must state your specific duties, confirm a bachelor's degree requirement, and name the engineering subcategory. Vague language like 'quality work' has caused denials at the port of entry for Canadian applicants.
Clarify Six Sigma and ASQ certifications upfront
Professional certifications like ASQ CQE or Six Sigma Black Belt strengthen your case but don't replace the degree requirement. Present them as evidence of specialty practice, not as standalone credentials, when discussing TN eligibility with an employer's HR team.
Prepare for Mexican consular processing timelines
Mexican citizens apply at a U.S. consulate rather than at the border. Consular processing typically runs two to four weeks after scheduling, so factor that into your start date negotiation with the employer to avoid an offer lapsing.
Quality Engineer TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Quality Engineer role qualify for the TN visa?
Yes, Quality Engineer roles qualify under the TN visa's Engineering category, provided the position requires a bachelor's degree in engineering or a closely related technical field and the duties are consistent with engineering practice. Roles centered on inspection checklists or production line tasks without engineering-level analysis may not meet the specialty threshold CBP applies at entry.
How does the TN visa compare to the H-1B for Quality Engineers?
The TN visa has no annual lottery, no cap for Canadian citizens, and can be obtained at a Canadian port of entry in a single day with the right documentation. H-1B visa requires employer sponsorship, a lottery selection, and several months of processing. For Quality Engineers who qualify under the USMCA Engineering category, TN is a faster and more predictable path than the H-1B.
Where can I find Quality Engineer jobs that offer TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for this search. You can filter Quality Engineer roles by employers with recent visa filings, which removes the guesswork of cold-applying to companies without visa sponsorship experience. It's the most direct way to find roles where the hiring team already understands how to support work visa candidates for engineering positions.
Can a Canadian Quality Engineer apply for TN status at the border without a petition?
Yes. Canadian citizens do not need to file a petition with USCIS before traveling. You present your offer letter, educational credentials, and any supporting documents directly to a CBP officer at a port of entry or preclearance airport. The officer reviews your materials on the spot, so the offer letter must precisely describe engineering-level duties and confirm the degree requirement.
What happens to a Mexican Quality Engineer's TN status if the job changes significantly?
If your core duties shift substantially, such as moving from process validation into a managerial role that no longer requires engineering judgment, your existing TN approval may no longer cover the position. You'd need a new TN reflecting the updated duties. Minor scope changes within the same engineering function generally don't require refiling, but document any changes with your employer's HR team regardless.