Technical Program Manager, Battery

Gotion, Inc.; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 160,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Gotion Inc. is seeking a Technical Program Manager to lead US customer programs for battery cell and pack development.

You will drive cross-functional collaboration across engineering, manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and commercial teams to deliver programs from concept to production. The role requires 5+ years in TPM or similar leadership, strong English communication, and ability to travel up to 30% domestically and internationally.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
• 3+ years of experience in automotive, EV, or energy storage product development.
• 5+ years of experience in Technical Program Management, Program Management, or equivalent customer-facing leadership roles.
• Good understanding of Li-ion battery cell and/or battery pack systems, including development and validation processes.
• Proven experience working directly with US or global automotive OEM customers.
• Solid knowledge of automotive product development and launch processes, including DV/PV, APQP, and PPAP.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex technical programs involving multiple stakeholders, tight timelines, and evolving requirements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, with the ability to clearly communicate with customers and senior leadership.
• Willingness and ability to travel internationally as required.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for US customers throughout battery cell and/or pack development programs.
• Lead customer engagement, including technical discussions, program reviews, issue resolution, and escalation management.
• Lead and facilitate technical meetings and workshops; ensure clear documentation, action tracking, and alignment with internal teams and customers.
• Lead cross functional teamsthroughoutRFI/RFQsprocessand technical proposals in collaboration with engineering and commercial teams.
• Lead the development of battery cell and pack programs from concept through production, coordinating closely with customers and internal cross functional teams.
• Develop, maintain, and communicate detailed program schedules, milestones, and deliverables.
• Identify program risks across technical, schedule, cost, and quality and drive mitigation plans.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams including engineering, manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and commercial across regions to meet program timing, deliverables and cost.
• Regularly communicate program status, risks, and key decisions to engineering and executive leadership.
• Identify and drive innovative solutions to overcome technical and program obstacles while maintaining schedule adherence.
• Prioritize and track cross-functional action items, balancing resources, risks, and program outcomes.
• Support on-site customer meetings, technical workshops, and plant visits in the US and China.
• Support DFMEA, PFMEA, DV/PV, APQP, and PPAP activities as required by customer programs.
• Up to 30% domestic and international travel.

Skills

Technical Program Management

Cross-functional leadership

Customer-facing experience

English communication

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

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.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for US customers throughout battery cell and/or pack development programs
• Lead customer engagement, including technical discussions, program reviews, issue resolution, and escalation management
• Lead and facilitate technical meetings and workshops; ensure clear documentation, action tracking, and alignment with internal teams and customers
• Lead cross functional teamsthroughoutRFI/RFQsprocessand technical proposals in collaboration with engineering and commercial teams
• Lead the development of battery cell and pack programs from concept through production, coordinating closely with customers and internal cross functional teams
• Develop, maintain, and communicate detailed program schedules, milestones, and deliverables
• Identify program risks across technical, schedule, cost, and quality and drive mitigation plans
• Coordinate cross-functional teams including engineering, manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and commercial across regions to meet program timing, deliverables and cost
• Regularly communicate program status, risks, and key decisions to engineering and executive leadership
• Identify and drive innovative solutions to overcome technical and program obstacles while maintaining schedule adherence
• Prioritize and track cross-functional action items, balancing resources, risks, and program outcomes
• Support on-site customer meetings, technical workshops, and plant visits in the US and China
• Support DFMEA, PFMEA, DV/PV, APQP, and PPAP activities as required by customer programs
• Up to 30% domestic and international travel

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Materials, or related discipline)
• 3+ years of experience in automotive, EV, or energy storage product development
• 5+ years of experience in Technical Program Management, Program Management, or equivalent customer-facing leadership roles
• Good understanding of Li-ion battery cell and/or battery pack systems, including development and validation processes
• Proven experience working directly with US or global automotive OEM customers
• Solid knowledge of automotive product development and launch processes, including DV/PV, APQP, and PPAP
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex technical programs involving multiple stakeholders, tight timelines, and evolving requirements
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, with the ability to clearly communicate with customers and senior leadership
• Willingness and ability to travel internationally as required

Base pay is one part of our total compensation package at Gotion, and is determined within a range. This provides you with the opportunity to progress as you grow and advance your career at Gotion. The base pay range for this role is shown below, and will depend on your skills, qualifications, experiences, and location.

Expected Pay Range

$160,000 - $250,000 USD

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.