Junior Process Engineer
Gotion · Manteno, IL
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Process
- Degree
- Required
- Experience asked
- 2+ years
- Industry
- Automotive
- Posted
- 30+ days ago
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level process role at Gotion (automotive) in Manteno, IL. Support the manufacturing team in selecting and understanding process flows, equipment integration, and technical requirements for cell production lines.
- They ask for
- 2+ years · degree required
- Tools it names
- Six Sigma, Root cause, SPC, FMEA, PPAP, APQP
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How this role compares
Against 11 other live process postings in Illinois.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- Less than usual (2+ vs 8+)
Typical $80k–$107k, from 6 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 8+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Root cause 58%
- ✓ FMEA 58%
- Lean 50%
- ✓ Six Sigma 50%
- ✓ SPC 42%
- Robotics 33%
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- What does a normal week look like on your team?
- Is the work mostly new product launches or sustaining existing lines?
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This plant: Gotion in Manteno
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Full description from GotionAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Position Summary
The Junior Process Engineer supports process development, optimization, and stabilization for lithium battery cell manufacturing. Working under the guidance of senior process engineers, this role assists with production ramp-up, documentation, data analysis, and on-site problem-solving in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
This position is ideal for early-career engineers seeking hands-on experience in battery manufacturing processes, quality systems, and continuous improvement methodologies.
Job
Responsibilities
- ◆Support the manufacturing team in selecting and understanding process flows, equipment integration, and technical
requirements
for cell production lines
- ✓Assist senior engineers during production trial runs, equipment installation, debugging, and validation activities
- ✓Support capacity ramp-up efforts by monitoring process stability, yield, and key production metrics
- ✓Assist in compiling, maintaining, and reviewing process documentation, including:
o Process flowcharts
o Process standards
o Work instructions
- ✓Learn and support control of critical process parameters and key control points
- ✓Support investigation and resolution of on-site process issues in the cell production line
- ✓Assist in tracking and updating quality or process issue lists to help prevent recurrence
- ✓Collect data and support structured problem-solving activities under guidance
- ✓Assist in evaluating new equipment, materials, or process technologies introduced to the cell production line
- ✓Support small process experiments, data collection, and basic statistical analysis
- ✓Help summarize findings and contribute to experiment or improvement reports
- ✓Support training activities for production line employees related to process awareness and standard work
- ✓Work collaboratively with production, quality, equipment engineering, and manufacturing teams during daily operations
Qualifications
- ✓Bachelor’s degree in Electrochemistry, Materials Science, Materials Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field
- ✓0–2 years of relevant engineering experience (internships, co-ops, or academic project experience acceptable)
- ✓Basic understanding of manufacturing processes, data analysis, and problem-solving methodologies
- ✓Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and documentation accuracy
- ✓Willingness to work in a factory or manufacturing environment
Preferred Qualifications
- ✓Basic familiarity with lithium-ion battery principles and cell manufacturing processes
- ✓Exposure to quality systems such as IATF 16949 or general process control methods
- ✓Introductory knowledge of tools such as:
o Control Plans, PFMEA, SPC
o APQP, MSA, or PPAP
- ✓Academic or internship exposure to Six Sigma, 8D, or structured problem-solving tools
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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 Description: Junior Process Engineer
Location: Manteno, Illinois
Company Overview
Gotion Inc. is based in Silicon Valley, CA and is currently building a manufacturing facility in Manteno, IL, with R&D centers in Ohio, China, Japan, and Europe. We innovate 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 a career destination—we are not simply filling roles, but building a global green energy future together. Every employee is highly valued and plays a vital role in the continued growth of our organization.
Core Competencies
- •Process Learning & Analysis: Ability to understand manufacturing processes and analyze data with guidance
- •Problem-Solving Support: Applies structured thinking to help identify and address process issues
- •Team Collaboration: Works well with engineers, operators, and cross-functional partners
- •Documentation & Organization: Strong written communication and procedural discipline
- •Adaptability: Able to learn quickly in a fast-paced, ramp-up manufacturing environment
Growth & Development
This role provides structured training, hands-on manufacturing exposure, and mentorship from experienced process engineers. Successful incumbents may progress into a Process Engineer role as technical expertise, independence, and business impact grow.
At Gotion Inc., we strive to create an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive.