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 Manufacturing Change Control Manager to join our team in one of today’s most exciting technologies. This role will report to the Sr. Manager, Operations and based in Newark, DE. This is a fully on-site, in office role. Role and Responsibilities: Change Control Leadership & Governance Own and lead the manufacturing change control system, ensuring compliance with documentation standards, Quality systems, and regulatory requirements, along with stated ISO9001:2015 procedures. Establish and maintain clear governance for change initiation, impact assessment, approval, implementation, effectiveness checks, and closure. Ensure manufacturing changes are appropriately risk‑assessed and aligned with product quality, safety, and supply continuity. Serve as the subject matter expert (SME) for change control processes during internal and external audits. Cross‑Functional Coordination Partner with Manufacturing Operations, Quality, Engineering, Supply Chain, Regulatory, and Technical Operations to schedule deviation runs in production, confirm operator training and line readiness before execution. Facilitate change control boards (CCBs) or similar governance forums as applicable to the manufacturing process. Interpret Bill of Material (BOM) changes and documentation updates: ensure BOMs, drawings, specs, routings, work instructions, and quality documents are updated, released, and version-controlled before use. Compliance & Audit Support Ensure change control documentation meets regulatory expectations (ISO9001:2015 and Internal Standards as applicable). Lead responses to audit observations related to change control and manufacturing changes. Proactively identify compliance gaps and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs). Continuous Improvement Ensure deviation results are tracked, recorded, and communicated back to Engineering for disposition and follow-up actions. Analyze change control metrics (cycle time, overdue actions, rework, repeat changes). Drive process improvements to improve efficiency without compromising compliance. Implement best practices, digital tools, or harmonized workflows across sites where applicable. Support for automation and dashboarding development to improve communication to senior leadership. People Management & Development Lead, mentor, and develop change control and operations professionals. Set clear performance objectives and foster a culture of accountability, quality, and continuous improvement. Support succession planning and capability building within the team. Strategic Contribution Provide input to manufacturing and quality strategy related to lifecycle management and operational readiness through coordination of kaizen events Plan and coordinate engineering change implementation in production: cut-in/cut-over strategy, effective dates, line trials, operator training, tooling/fixture updates, workflow routings, work instructions, and inspection plans. Material Optimization Manage material disposition: define and execute use-as-is/rework/scrap/return strategy for WIP, finished goods, incoming and on hand inventory; coordinate labeling/segregation of material to prevent mix-ups. Skills and Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field preferred. 5–8+ years of experience in manufacturing, quality, or technical operations within a regulated environment. Prior experience managing or owning change controls and working with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) tools. Working knowledge of: Change control processes ISO9001:2015 Supply Chain Management & Risk principles Manufacturing processes and equipment Familiarity with technical documentation (BOM, Drawings, Specifications, etc) Experience working cross‑functionally in a regulated manufacturing organization preferred. Experience in a highly dynamic manufacturing environment, especially during periods of rapid growth and change preferred. Prior people management or team leadership experience preferred. Experience with Agile and/or Oracle PLM programs preferred. Exposure to regulatory inspections (ISO, SOX, UL, foreign inspection agencies) preferred. Lean, Six Sigma, or quality‑related certifications preferred. Kaizen event background is a plus. Strong organizational and prioritization skills. Project management capabilities in support of new program/process implementation. Attention to detail and compliance mindset. Effective written and verbal communication. Ability to influence cross‑functional teams. Problem‑solving and continuous improvement experience. Physical Requirements: Ability to stand/walk for up to 10-12 hours per shift Occasionally lift/carry up to 25–50 lbs 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 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. 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. Salary Ranges: $88,600.00 - $127,400.00 We are aware there are instances where individuals are receiving job offers that fraudulently allege to be from Bloom Energy or one of our business units. This type of fraud can be carried out through false websites, or through fake e-mails claiming to be from the company or social media. We never ask for personal information such as your bank account, Social Security numbers or National ID’s, via social media or chat-based applications, nor do we send or request payments for the purchase of business related equipment. If you suspect fraud, please report it to your local authorities immediately. Bloom Energy's mission is to make clean, reliable energy affordable for everyone in the world. With roots in NASA’s Mars Program, the company’s founder, chairman, and Chief Executive Officer, Dr. K.R. Sridhar, developed an innovative fuel cell technology that is shifting the energy paradigm and redefining the electric power market. The Bloom Energy Server is a distributed electric power solution built for the digital age and capable of delivering highly reliable, uninterrupted, 24x7 constant power that is also clean and sustainable. Bloom’s unique on-site power generation systems are among the most efficient on the planet, providing significantly reduced operating costs and producing dramatically lower greenhouse gas emissions. By generating power where it is consumed, Bloom Energy offers increased electrical reliability and improved energy security, providing a clear path to energy independence. Some of the largest companies in the world trust Bloom Energy to provide their businesses with clean, reliable and resilient energy. Bloom’s customers include many Fortune 100 companies and leaders in manufacturing, data centers, healthcare, retail, higher education, utilities, and other industries. The company, headquartered in San Jose, California, is growing quickly and looking to add to its dynamic team. Stay up to date with Bloom Energy through our social channels.
