Laser Welding Engineer, Cell Line

Gotion · Manteno, IL

Level: Engineer
Team: Manufacturing
Degree: Required
Experience asked: 3+ years
Industry: Automotive
Posted: 30+ days ago

The role in 30 seconds

An engineer-level manufacturing role at Gotion (automotive) in Manteno, IL. Develop, debug, and continuously optimize laser welding processes.

They ask for: 3+ years · degree required
Tools it names: Robotics, Automation, Welding

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How this role compares

Against 27 other live manufacturing postings in Illinois.

Base pay: Not listed in this posting
Experience asked: Less than usual (3+ vs 5+)

Skills these teams ask for most

Lean 61%
Root cause 57%
✓ Automation 46%
Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ) 36%
Tooling 25%
✓ Robotics 25%

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This plant: Gotion in Manteno

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Job Summary

The Laser Welding Engineer will play a critical role in developing and optimizing welding processes for Gotion’s 40GW battery cell facility. This position focuses on ensuring high-quality welds for battery components, such as cell casings and electrical connections, using advanced welding technologies. The ideal candidate will have expertise in both manual and robotic welding techniques to support large-scale production.

Responsibilities

Develop, debug, and continuously optimize laser welding processes.

Define and maintain welding parameters such as power, speed, frequency, and focal position.

Evaluate welding quality and conduct defect analysis, including appearance inspection, tensile testing, and metallographic analysis.

Support laser welding equipment installation, FAT/SAT, and mass production launch.

Resolve welding defects such as weak welds, spatter, burn-through, and other welding-related issues.

Collaborate with equipment, quality, and production teams to improve welding yield and process stability.

Prepare welding process documentation and related technical reports.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or above in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Automation, or related fields.

Minimum of 3 years of experience in laser welding process engineering.

Familiar with fiber laser systems and laser welding principles.

Experience welding aluminum, copper, nickel, or similar materials is a plus.

Strong on-site problem-solving and analytical skills.

At Gotion Inc., we strive to create an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive.

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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.

Job Title: Laser Welding Engineer

Location: Manteno, IL

Job Type: Full-Time