Gotion Inc. · 11 hours ago
Controls Engineer, Cell Line
Manteno, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$80K/yr - $120K/yr
2+ years expGotion Inc. is a leading power battery technology company based in Silicon Valley, CA, focused on electric vehicle and energy storage technologies. They are seeking a skilled Controls Engineer to support and optimize the Pack/Module pilot production line, ensuring high standards of process stability, quality, and efficiency through collaboration with cross-functional teams.
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Responsibilities
Oversee day-to-day manufacturing engineering activities, ensuring stable processes that meet or exceed target yield, capabilities, throughput, and OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness)
Collaborate with Quality and cross-functional teams to establish robust control plans and in-process quality checks
Lead efforts in equipment and line qualification during initial process ramp-up and drive continuous improvement initiatives
Utilize advanced problem-solving and root cause analysis techniques, leveraging quality and statistical tools to address manufacturing challenges
Dvelop and maintain critical process documentation, including Work Instructions (WI) and Operation Instructions (OI), and provide training to production employees
Apply methodologies such as Design of Experiments (DOE), Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), and lessons learned to enhance manufacturing processes
Support the integration of automation and controls systems, including PLC programming, HMI design, and the implementation of Industry 4.0 solutions
Partner with maintenance teams to ensure equipment uptime, troubleshoot electrical and control system issues, and recommend improvements
Qualification
Required
BS/MS/PhD in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field
2+ years of experience in Manufacturing Engineering, with a strong focus on control systems and automation
Proficiency in PLC programming, Siemens 1500 prefer, HMI development, and SCADA systems
Familiarity with robotics, machine vision, and industrial communication protocols (e.g., Ethernet/IP, Modbus, ProfiNet)
Preferred
Hands-on experience with Cell assembly processes is highly preferred
Knowledge of laser welding processes is a plus
Benefits
Bonus
Benefits
Company
Gotion Inc.
Gotion, Inc. is based in Silicon Valley in California, with R&D centers in Ohio, China, Japan, Singapore and Europe.
51-200 employees
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