Equipment Engineering Lead - Automation & Reliability

Gotion Inc.; Manteno (IL); On-site; USD 112,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Gotion Inc. is seeking an Equipment Engineer Associate Manager for its facility in Manteno, Illinois. This role will lead equipment installation and optimization in battery manufacturing lines, combining technical expertise with leadership. Ideal candidates will have over 5 years of experience in advanced manufacturing, excellent troubleshooting skills, and proficiency in automation.

We offer a competitive salary range of $112,000 – $130,000 plus a 15% bonus and benefits. Gotion is committed to sustainability and values diversity in the workplace.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in advanced manufacturing equipment; 2+ years in a lead or supervisory role.
• Strong expertise in PLCs, HMIs, sensors, servo systems, and industrial automation.
• Skilled in mechanical/electrical troubleshooting and equipment optimization.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor equipment engineers and technicians; set priorities and allocate resources.
• Oversee installation, commissioning, and validation of key production equipment.
• Develop preventive and predictive maintenance strategies to reduce downtime.

Skills

Leadership & team development

Technical troubleshooting

Automation expertise

Cross‑functional collaboration

Continuous improvement mindset

Safety and compliance orientation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Automation, or Chemical Engineering

Tools

CAD tools

Job description

Gotion Inc. is seeking an Equipment Engineer Associate Manager for its facility in Manteno, Illinois. This role will lead equipment installation and optimization in battery manufacturing lines, combining technical expertise with leadership. Ideal candidates will have over 5 years of experience in advanced manufacturing, excellent troubleshooting skills, and proficiency in automation.

We offer a competitive salary range of $112,000 – $130,000 plus a 15% bonus and benefits. Gotion is committed to sustainability and values diversity in the workplace.