Eliana Gaston
About Eliana Gaston
Eliana Gaston is a Senior Program Manager at Form Energy, specializing in New Product Introduction. She has extensive experience in energy storage and has held various engineering and management roles across multiple companies since 2011.
Work at Form Energy
Eliana Gaston currently serves as Senior Program Manager for New Product Introduction at Form Energy, a role she has held since 2023. In this position, she focuses on leading new product introduction programs, establishing manufacturing processes, and ensuring build readiness. Her work spans multiple locations, including Berkeley, CA, and Pittsburgh, PA, demonstrating her adaptability in managing projects across different environments.
Previous Experience in Energy Sector
Prior to her current role, Eliana held various positions in the energy sector. She worked at EDF Renewables North America as a Rotational Program Associate and later as a Storage Product Manager, gaining significant experience in energy storage. Additionally, she contributed to Tesla as a Product Manager in the Energy division and served as a Systems Engineer at Weave Grid. Her diverse roles have equipped her with a strong foundation in energy management and product development.
Educational Background
Eliana Gaston holds a Master of Science in Civil and Environmental Engineering with a focus on Atmosphere/Energy from Stanford University, where she studied from 2018 to 2020. She also earned a Bachelor of Science in Civil & Environmental Engineering from North Carolina State University, completing her degree from 2010 to 2014. Her academic training has provided her with a solid grounding in engineering principles relevant to her career in energy.
Career Development and Roles
Eliana's career began with roles in engineering, including positions as an Assistant Engineer IV at Provost & Pritchard Consulting Group and a Staff Engineer at Smith Gardner, Inc. She transitioned into the energy sector with positions at SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory and Navigant as a Summer Consultant. Her varied experiences reflect a progressive career trajectory, emphasizing her expertise in both engineering and energy management.
Research Experience
Eliana has engaged in research roles that complement her engineering background. She worked as a Research Assistant at North Carolina State University from 2012 to 2014 and later at SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory from 2019 to 2020. These roles allowed her to develop research skills and contribute to projects in the fields of civil and environmental engineering, enhancing her understanding of energy systems.