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.

About the Role & Team:

Join the Product Development Team as a Senior Industrial Design Engineer. In this role, you have the opportunity to craft desirable design solutions on the Kitchen Appliances program.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Independently lead projects with good understanding of budget and time constraints, driving efficiency and holding project level design quality reviews.
2. Driving user centered design approach including analysis, exploration, storytelling, concept design, prototyping, evaluative testing and implementation.
3. Translate customer needs, research findings and business requirements into compelling, efficient and highly usable designs.
4. You use appropriate and effective analytical and conceptual skills to increase domain knowledge and to create meaningful and innovative solutions.
5. Building awareness of current trends through fashion, art, design, and digital related products through market research
6. You use appropriate and effective visual design skills, such as sketching/modeling/prototyping to articulate and validate design solutions.

Required Qualifications:

1. Bachelor's or Master's Degree in product or industrial design
2. 5-8 years' relevant experience in one or more specific business domains and in one or more markets and cultures, with focus on industrial design for domestic appliances or consumer electronics
3. Technical experience from the realization phase of product development
4. Strong analytical & conceptual skills to gather relevant user insights, competitor studies, and create meaningful and innovative solutions
5. Strong design skills, including hand and digital sketching
6. CAD modeling with Rhino or Solid Works
7. Strong CMF and graphic creation and visualization skills
8. Ability to create appealing visuals that bring design solutions to life
9. Professional, ambitious and collaborative mindset
10. Ensuring all deadlines are met on time, with impeccable deliverables
11. Strong verbal and written communication
12. Communicate in English speaking and writing skills, Mandarin is a plus

The US base salary range for this full-time position is 90,000.00 - 128,000.00 + 15% bonus + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

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.