Chief Engineer - Battery Systems

Gotion; Illinois; On-site; USD 130,000 - 156,000; Full time

Job summary

Gotion Illinois New Energy Inc. is seeking a Chief Engineer to lead battery product development from RFIs/RFQs through six months after Start of Production. You will ensure timing, cost, quality and delivery while driving profitability and customer satisfaction across the product lifecycle.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree or above, strong leadership, APQP/PPAP knowledge, and experience with high-voltage batteries and EV energy systems. Occasional travel to customer sites is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or above required.
• Familiarity with the battery manufacturing process desirable.
• Minimum 5 years electrification experience.
• Knowledge of high voltage batteries, new energy vehicles and energy storage systems.
• Excellent oral, written and presentation skills.
• Experience at an EV component supplier or OEM.
• APQP, PPAP, ISO/TS 16949, project management, marketing & competition analysis.

Responsibilities

• Lead the battery product to meet customer demands from RFIs/RFQs to six months after Start of Production.
• Ensure customer satisfaction and profitability across the product life cycle.
• Highlight product competitive advantages and build strong customer relationships.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams on design, production, quality and delivery.
• Support sales with RFIs and RFQs and assist in commercial negotiations.
• Travel to customer sites as required and manage projects end-to-end.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

APQP

PPAP

ISO/TS 16949

Market & competition analysis

Contract management

Travel to customer sites

Customer-facing communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or above

Job description

Gotion Inc. is based in Silicon Valley, CA, currently building a Manufacturing facility in Manteno, IL and has R&D centers in Ohio, China, Japan and Europe. We innovate in the next generation electric vehicle and energy storage technologies (lithium batteries and related systems) with the aim to accelerate electrified transportation and achieve sustainable development. Gotion is powered by a leading power battery technology company that provides solutions for vehicles including the world's first mass commercial e-bus route.

Gotion is a career destination – we are not simply attempting to fill another job, but to pursue a dream of global green energy together! We offer outstanding opportunities to individuals seeking an exciting and challenging working environment. Everyone is highly valued and plays a vital role in the growth of our organization.

About The Team

The Product Development Team at Gotion Illinois New Energy Inc. focuses on the design and development of advanced battery products for next-generation energy storage system (ESS) and electric vehicle (EV) applications. We lead the full product development cycle, integrating mechanical, electrical, thermal, and control system to create high-performance battery solutions, along with comprehensive system integration, validation, and certification activities.

Role Summary

The Chief Engineer is responsible for leading the battery product to meet customer demands, from Request for Information (RFIs or RFQs) until six months after Start of Production. The Chief Engineer is the guarantor of customer satisfaction in product and engineering in conjunction with the achievement of product development Timing, Quality, Cost and Delivery objectives, while ensuring profitability throughout the entire product life cycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Highlight Gotion’s product competitive advantages to customers and build strong relationships with customers.
• Interface with customers and collect customer demands on products such as timing and cost.
• Effective communication and close work between customers and internal company functional team members on product design, production, quality, and delivery.
• Participate and work with the sales team in the commercial contract discussion/negotiation.
• Support customer purchase order process (order receiving & release and payment).
• Coordinate cross-functional teams of the company to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Analyze customer integration with respect to quality indicators, reliability, and service levels, using insights from the warning network to identify and implement improvement actions.
• Project management.
• Support sales with RFI and RFQs.
• Bachelor degree or above, knowledge on high voltage battery, new energy vehicle, energy storage system is a plus.

Minimum Qualifications (Required)

• Bachelor's degree or above.
• Familiarity with the battery manufacturing process.
• Minimum 5 years of electrification work experience.
• Knowledge of high voltage batteries, new energy vehicles, and energy storage systems.
• Good oral, written, and presentation skills.
• Experience at an EV component supplier or OEM.
• Responsible as lead for product.
• APQP, PPAP, ISO/TS 16949, project management, marketing & competition analysis, product knowledge.
• Offer and contract management.
• Ability for frequent travel to customer sites as required.
• Team leadership.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $130,000.00 - $156,000.00 + 15% bonus + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Gotion Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to fostering a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve, cultivating a culture of inclusion and belonging, and ensuring equal employment opportunities for all.

We provide equal opportunity to all individuals regardless of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related conditions (including breastfeeding), parental status, criminal histories consistent with legal requirements, or any other characteristic protected by law.

At Gotion Inc., we strive to create an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive.