Weekend Principal Controls Engineer Jobs in Delaware

At Bloom Energy, our vision for a world powered by clean, reliable, and affordable energy is more than just a dream-we're making it reality.

For over two decades, we've been at the forefront of the global energy transition, pioneering solutions that empower critical industries to thrive in a rapidly digitizing, energy-intensive world. From revolutionizing power for AI-driven data centers to ensuring resilience for hospitals, electric grids, manufacturing facilities, and utilities, our solid oxide fuel cell (SOFC) and solid oxide electrolyzer (SOEC) technologies are redefining what's possible by delivering energy abundance for all. With more than 30,000 fuel cell modules deployed worldwide, we are the trusted partner for Fortune 100 companies and innovators alike. Our cutting-edge solutions enable unparalleled "time-to-power" capabilities, reliability, and sustainability, ensuring our customers remain ahead in a world where soaring energy demand and intensifying energy scarcity are rapidly becoming the new norm.

At Bloom, we thrive on collaboration, bold thinking, and relentless innovation. We believe that, together, we can create a brighter, more sustainable future while tackling the most pressing challenges of the 21st century.

We are looking for a FIT Supervisor to join our team in one of today's most exciting technologies. This role will report to FIT Manager and based in Newark, DE. This is a fully on-site, in office role. (Shift hours Friday, Saturday, Sunday 6am-6pm)

Role and Responsibilities:

• Manage Team Leads, Team Members and other resources in achieving the production testing throughput with focus on Safety, Quality, and Efficiency
• Create, document, and sustain Standardized Work practices
• Develop and implement production scalability, workflow plans
• Responsible for creating and maintaining programs such as Training Program, Safety Program, Continuous Improvement Projects, etc and utilizing tools such as A3's, 8-Step, RAIL's.
• Implementation of new testing processes and operations
• Supervise and motivate a team of Team Leads and Team Members; creating a culture of personal responsibility, accountability, and continuous improvement
• Initiate and facilitate problem solving groups to resolve issues in order to meet the current and future needs of the company
• Maintain and improve quality and productivity metrics
• Coordinate with internal department teams such as Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, and Maintenance teams to ensure testing needs are met
• Manage team members' shift schedules, time off, and department resource allocation
• Develop employee versatility plans and manage employee training
• Lead the Performance Management Process and any recommendations for compensation changes
• Manage any disciplinary actions required
• Initiate, coordinate, and manage inventory cost control programs
• Prepare and maintain area performance reports, especially evaluating performance to daily and goals
• Responsible for creating and promoting a safe and inclusive work group
• Responsible for developing and implementing 5S and housekeeping programs
• Achieve technical training and versatility required to obtain domain expertise
• Interview and hire new team members

Skills and Experience:

• 3 + years of proven success as a hands-on leader and supervisory experience
• Electrical experience/background strongly preferred
• Computer systems knowledge including proficiency with MS Office programs, especially Microsoft Excel
• Ability to understand and resolve 1st level issues on the floor with equipment, process, or manpower
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing principals
• Superior communication skills (written, verbal, and active listening)
• Highly motivated self-starter, capable of self-management with little to no oversight
• Willingness to adapt to change and learn new technical and computer skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and proven ability to establish effective cross-functional working relationships
• Organized with good planning and time management skills
• Proficient with interviewing, training, developing, and handling disciplinary matters

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand/walk for up to 10-12 hours per shift
• Occasionally lift/carry up to 25-50 lbs
• Use hands and fingers to operate machinery controls and computers throughout the shift
• Visual acuity sufficient for product inspection and reading digital/printed materials
• Hearing ability to detect alarms and communicate effectively with staff
• Ability to perform essential tasks with or without reasonable accommodation
• Must wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in required areas (safety glasses, safety-toed boots).

Bloom Energy is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. We are committed to compliance with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. All qualified applicants, will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability. Bloom Energy makes reasonable accommodations, consistent with applicable laws, for the known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified applicant or employee with a disability, who can perform the essential job functions, unless undue hardship would result.

At Bloom Energy, we are committed to supporting the well-being of our employees and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees includes competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans with a large employer contribution, a 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match, generous Mental Health Support services, Legal services, virtual Physical Therapy access, and Fertility & Family Forming benefits.

Bloom Energy is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The total compensation for this position includes standard company benefits and is based on various factors including, but not limited to, relevant skills and experience.