Senior HV Battery Systems Engineer for EVs

Gotion; Illinois; On-site; USD 90,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

Gotion Inc. seeks a Senior Electrical Engineer to deliver high-voltage battery system designs for EVs, working within a Tier 1 supplier environment. You will lead electrical architecture development and coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure robust integration and validation across the powertrain ecosystem.

Ideal candidates bring 3–5 years in battery/EV design or validation, HV system experience, and familiarity with BMS/CAN. Occasional travel to suppliers and OEMs is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Mechanical or related field.
• 3–5 years of relevant experience in battery/EV industry, design or validation.
• Exposure to high-voltage battery systems (400–1000V).
• Basic understanding of BMS, CAN, and automotive diagnostics.
• 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 ISO 26262, UN R100, IATF 16949 is a plus.
• Proactive and collaborative mindset with strong English communication.
• Willingness to travel up to 15%.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical architecture of HV battery systems, including BDU components (contactors, fuses, FPC, CCS, sensors, busbar).
• Translate customer and system requirements into manufacturable design solutions.
• Collaborate with mechanical, thermal, software, and testing teams for full system integration.
• Prepare technical inputs for RFQ/RFI processes.
• Support BMS hardware integration and CAN/LIN interfaces.
• Contribute to system validation and electrical testing.
• Support DFMEA, DVP&R planning, and ISO 26262 functional safety.
• Engage with suppliers to review and qualify components.
• Collaborate with global teams; travel to suppliers/OEM sites.

Skills

HV battery systems knowledge

CAN communication

Cross-functional collaboration

English communication

Travel readiness

Education

Electrical / Mechatronics / Mechanical engineering degree

Tools

Catia V6 Electrical

Capital Harness/Busbar

Job description

Gotion Inc. seeks a Senior Electrical Engineer to deliver high-voltage battery system designs for EVs, working within a Tier 1 supplier environment. You will lead electrical architecture development and coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure robust integration and validation across the powertrain ecosystem.

Ideal candidates bring 3–5 years in battery/EV design or validation, HV system experience, and familiarity with BMS/CAN. Occasional travel to suppliers and OEMs is required.