Gotion, Inc.

Technical Program Manager, Battery

Gotion, Inc.$200K — $240K *
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Materials, or related discipline)
  • 3+ years in automotive, EV, or energy storage product development
  • 5+ years in Technical Program Management or equivalent leadership roles
  • Strong understanding of Li-ion battery cells and packs
  • Experience with global automotive OEM customers
  • Knowledge of automotive development processes, including DV/PV and APQP

Responsibilities

  • Act as the primary contact for US customers during battery cell and pack development
  • Lead customer technical discussions and program issue resolution
  • Facilitate technical meetings and document action items
  • Guide cross-functional teams in RFI/RFQs and proposals
  • Oversee development of battery programs from concept to production
  • Communicate detailed program schedules and milestones
  • Identify technical and schedule risks and implement mitigation plans

Benefits

  • Total compensation package includes base pay and advancement opportunities
  • Flexible travel requirements, both domestic and international
  • Opportunity to work with cutting-edge automotive technologies
  • Collaborative work environment with cross-functional teams
  • Potential for professional growth within a leading EV company
Full Job Description
This role is in Fremont CA. **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 teams throughout RFI/RFQs process and 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 $200,000-$240,000 USD

About Gotion, Inc.

Gotion, Inc. is a Chinese electric vehicle battery manufacturer. The company produces batteries for electric vehicles, including passenger cars, buses, and trucks. Gotion was founded in 2010 and is headquartered in Zhongshan, Guangdong, China. The company has a number of manufacturing facilities in China and has partnerships with a number of major automakers. Gotion is known for its focus on research and development and has a number of patents related to electric vehicle battery technology.
Learn more about Gotion, Inc.
Size
5,000 employees
Industry
Net Income
$100 million
Founded
2010
Revenue
$1 billion

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