Environmental Equipment Engineer (Industrial Systems)

Gotion; Illinois; On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Gotion Inc. is seeking an Environmental Equipment Engineer to oversee operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement of environmental protection equipment in a lithium battery manufacturing facility.

This hands-on role ensures stable performance and compliance with emission requirements. The position requires 2+ years of relevant experience, strong preventive maintenance knowledge, and the ability to read technical docs.

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of environmental equipment principles and structures in lithium battery or chemical manufacturing facilities.
• Familiarity with environmental emission standards and equipment-related compliance requirements.
• Strong knowledge of daily operation and preventive maintenance processes for environmental equipment.
• Hands-on troubleshooting and repair experience with pumps, piping, electrical/control faults, and emission parameter deviations.
• 2+ years of experience in environmental equipment design, manufacturing, commissioning, operation, or maintenance.
• Ability to read and understand equipment manuals, P&IDs, and technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily environmental equipment maintenance.
• Perform daily inspections and establish maintenance standards and procedures.
• Operate, monitor, and troubleshoot equipment for high availability and stable performance.
• Diagnose and resolve abnormal operating conditions, including pump/electrical issues and emission deviations.
• Support daily operation, start-up, commissioning, and system debugging of environmental equipment.
• Lead technical upgrades, process optimization, and new equipment introductions.
• Manage chemical dosing systems, including preparation, ratio control, and safe application.
• Maintain equipment documentation, SOPs, and maintenance records.
• Collaborate with utilities, production, and EHS teams to support plant operations.

Skills

Environmental equipment principles

Environmental emission standards

Preventive maintenance

Troubleshooting

Reading manuals

Tools

CMMS

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 just 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.

Position Summary

The Environmental Equipment Engineer is responsible for the operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement of environmental protection equipment in a lithium battery manufacturing facility. This role focuses on hands‑on equipment management and system performance, ensuring stable operation and compliance with environmental emission requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily activities of environmental equipment maintenance personnel.
• Perform daily inspections of environmental protection equipment and establish maintenance standards and procedures.
• Operate, monitor, and troubleshoot environmental equipment to ensure high equipment availability and stable performance.
• Diagnose and resolve abnormal operating conditions, including pump failures, electrical issues, and emission parameter deviations.
• Support daily operation, start‑up, commissioning, and system debugging of environmental equipment.
• Lead technical upgrades, process optimization, and introduction of new environmental equipment and technologies.
• Manage chemical dosing systems, including chemical preparation, ratio control, and safe application.
• Maintain equipment documentation, SOPs, and maintenance records.
• Collaborate with utilities, production, and EHS teams to support plant operations.

Required Qualifications

• Solid understanding of environmental equipment principles and structures in lithium battery or chemical manufacturing facilities.
• Familiarity with environmental emission standards and equipment‑related compliance requirements.
• Strong knowledge of daily operation and preventive maintenance processes for environmental equipment.
• Hands‑on troubleshooting and repair experience with common environmental equipment issues, including:
  • Pumps and piping systems
  • Electrical and control‑related faults
  • Emission parameters out of specification
• 2+ years of experience in environmental equipment design, manufacturing, commissioning, operation, or maintenance.
• Ability to read and understand equipment manuals, P&IDs, and technical documentation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with wastewater treatment systems, VOC exhaust treatment, or other industrial environmental equipment.
• Experience managing or coordinating maintenance technicians.
• Experience in lithium battery, chemical, semiconductor, or other high‑tech manufacturing environments.
• Familiarity with CMMS or maintenance management systems.

Working Conditions

• On‑site role in an industrial manufacturing environment.
• Hands‑on, equipment‑focused engineering position.
• May require on‑call or shift support.

The U.S. base salary range for this full‑time position is $80,000 –$120,000, plus eligibility for bonus and benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by factors such as the role, level, and geographic location. The range listed in the job posting represents the minimum and maximum target salaries for this position across all U.S. locations. Actual compensation within the range will be influenced by the specific work location, along with factors such as job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter will provide more details about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. Please note that the listed compensation reflects the base salary only and does not include bonus or benefits.

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.