Senior HV Battery Systems Engineer

Gotion; Manteno (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 128,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus 15%

Job summary

Gotion Inc. is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to join the Product Development Team in Manteno, IL, delivering high-voltage battery systems for electric vehicles.

You will help translate requirements into robust designs and work with cross-functional teams for full system integration. The role requires 3–5 years in EV/battery design or validation, HV system experience, and strong English communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Mechanical or related field.
• 3–5 years of battery/EV industry experience in design, development, or validation.
• Exposure to high-voltage battery systems (400–1000V) including pack or module-level design.
• Basic understanding of BMS, CAN communication, and automotive diagnostic protocols.
• Familiarity with CAD tools such as Catia V6 – Electrical and Capital Harness/Busbar.
• Working knowledge of APQP, PPAP, and automotive product development cycles.
• Exposure to safety standards such as ISO 26262, UN R100, IATF 16949 is a plus.
• Proactive and collaborative mindset with strong communication skills in English.
• Willingness to travel up to 15%, including visits to suppliers and OEMs, both domestic and international.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the design and development of the electrical architecture of high-voltage battery systems, including BDU components such as contactors, fuses, FPC, CCS, sensors, busbar and wiring.
• Translating customer and system-level requirements into feasible, manufacturable design solutions.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams (mechanical, thermal, software, testing) to ensure system integration.
• Participating in RFQ/RFI processes by preparing technical input and documentation.
• Supporting BMS hardware integration and communication interfaces (CAN/LIN).
• Contributing to system validation, including electrical testing and troubleshooting.
• Supporting DFMEA, DVP&R planning, and functional safety efforts aligned with ISO 26262.
• Engaging with suppliers to review and qualify electrical components.
• Collaborating with global teams, including limited travel to suppliers or OEM sites.

Skills

High-voltage battery systems

CAN communication

Automotive diagnostics

English communication

Willingness to travel

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering/Mechatronics/Mechanical or related field

Tools

Catia V6 – Electrical

Capital Harness/Busbar

Job description

Gotion Inc. is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to join the Product Development Team in Manteno, IL, delivering high-voltage battery systems for electric vehicles.

You will help translate requirements into robust designs and work with cross-functional teams for full system integration. The role requires 3–5 years in EV/battery design or validation, HV system experience, and strong English communication.