Controls Engineer - EV Battery Manufacturing & Automation

Gotion; Manteno (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Gotion Inc. in Manteno, IL seeks a skilled Controls Engineer to support and optimize the Pack/Module pilot production line, ensuring high process stability, quality, and efficiency. You will work with cross-functional teams to develop, implement, and improve manufacturing processes and equipment.

You will lead in process ramp-up, implement DOE/FMEA approaches, and contribute to automation integration including PLC/HMI/SCADA, with a focus on reliability and performance improvements.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in manufacturing engineering with emphasis on control systems and automation
• Cell assembly experience is highly preferred
• Knowledge of laser welding is a plus
• Proficiency in PLC programming, HMI development and SCADA systems

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day manufacturing engineering activities ensuring stable processes meeting yield, capabilities, throughput, and OEE targets
• Collaborate with Quality and cross-functional teams to establish robust control plans and in-process quality checks
• Lead equipment and line qualification during initial process ramp-up and drive continuous improvement
• Apply DOE, FMEA and lessons learned to enhance processes
• Support integration of automation and controls systems including PLC, HMI, and Industry 4.0 solutions
• Partner with maintenance to ensure uptime and troubleshoot electrical and control issues

Skills

Problem solving

DOE knowledge

FMEA knowledge

Statistical tools

Root cause analysis

Education

Engineering degree (EE/ME/IE)

Tools

PLC programming

HMI design

SCADA

Siemens 1500

Industrial comms

Job description

Gotion Inc. in Manteno, IL seeks a skilled Controls Engineer to support and optimize the Pack/Module pilot production line, ensuring high process stability, quality, and efficiency. You will work with cross-functional teams to develop, implement, and improve manufacturing processes and equipment.

You will lead in process ramp-up, implement DOE/FMEA approaches, and contribute to automation integration including PLC/HMI/SCADA, with a focus on reliability and performance improvements.