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Technical Program Manager, Battery

Irvine, California

Full Time

Posted July 21, 2026

$160k - $250k

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Job Description

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

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

Requirements

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
$160,000
—
$250,000 USD
At Gotion Inc., we strive to create an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive.

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