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Staff/Principal Battery Systems Engineer

Gotion, Inc.
Location
Irvine, California
Posted
11 days ago
Department
R&D
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • BS, MS, or PhD in Systems, Electrical, Mechanical, Automotive, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline
  • 7+ years of experience in EV batteries, high-voltage battery systems, electrified powertrains, or related automotive systems
  • Strong understanding of HV battery architecture, including cells, pack mechanical systems, HV/LV electrical systems, thermal management, charging, BMS interfaces, and vehicle integration
  • Demonstrated experience translating vehicle or OEM requirements into battery-system requirements and technical targets
  • Strong understanding of battery performance and the interaction between cell capability, voltage, current, SOC, temperature, aging, thermal performance, and vehicle demand
  • Proven ability to integrate multiple engineering disciplines and make sound system-level technical decisions
Nice to have
  • Experience with major EV or automotive OEM battery programs
  • Experience at an OEM, battery manufacturer, automotive Tier 1, or EV technology company
  • Experience with BMS hardware and software interfaces
  • Familiarity with battery capability maps, power limits, charging limits, DVP&R, DFMEA, ISO 26262, and requirements-management tools such as DOORS, Jama, or Polarion
What the job really is

The Staff/Principal Battery Systems Engineer at Gotion Inc. will lead the technical development and integration of high-voltage battery systems for electric vehicles. Responsibilities include translating customer requirements into technical specifications, defining performance targets, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure system consistency and reliability. The role also involves mentoring engineers, conducting risk assessments, and supporting vehicle launches and production ramp-ups.

Benefits
  • Base pay range of $100,000 — $180,000 USD, determined by skills, qualifications, experiences, and location
  • Opportunities for career progression and advancement
Things to weigh
  • Position may be filled at various levels (Staff, Senior Staff, Principal) depending on qualifications
  • No specific mention of remote work or flexible hours
  • Focus on high-voltage battery systems may limit exposure to other technologies
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