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title: 'Commissioning Engineer - Energy Storage at Gotion, Inc.'
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# Commissioning Engineer - Energy Storage at Gotion, Inc.

- **Company:** Gotion, Inc.
- **Location:** Fremont, CA
- **Compensation:** $90k–$130k
- **Posted:** 2023-06-22
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-06
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/gotion/jobs/6816368002

## 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 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.

## Responsibilities

- Work on the development and documentation of the commissioning process for Gotion Energy Storage Systems
- Oversee commissioning at customer site from start to finish for tasks related to cold commissioning and hot commissioning such as, Fire Suppression system testing, HVAC testing, thermal management testing, BMS/EMS communications configurations, capacity balancing etc
- Train customer teams on commissioning processes at customer site and support customers when commissioning Gotion systems. Also provide O&M training for customers engineers and support O&M activities as needed at customer site
- Manage Utility scale EPC’s and O&M relationships and train partners on Gotion products
- Manage commissioning and acceptance testing for Gotion project deployments and prepare pre-commissioning checklists, commissioning plans and SOPs, commissioning checklists, functional test methodologies, acceptance testing procedures, and commissioning/acceptance testing reports for customers and internal stakeholders
- Support project management and project engineering by reviewing project detail design and major equipment selection to ensure deployments are designed and scheduled for cost-effective and efficient commissioning and support project turnover and training.
- Travel to client or project sites up to 50% of the time
- Development of technical documentation to support commissioning and O&M activities and build expertise to serve as subject matter experience on after sales engineering activities
- Travel to client or project sites up to 50% of the time and willing to work in outdoor environments at project sites

## Qualifications

- 3 plus years of hands-on experience in renewable energy project commissioning or performance testing
- Strong understanding of SCADA communication protocols such as Modbus and DNP3, networking design and operation, energy management systems, battery management systems, and utility relay and metering equipment
- Resourceful team player capable of collaborating with multiple cross-functional teams, including systems engineering, product management, and software development
- Ability to coordinate and engage with external stakeholders, including clients, owner’s engineers, EPC contractors, independent engineers, and Authorities Having Jurisdiction
- Excellent written and oral communication
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering required, Electrical Engineering experience preferred

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 $90,000—$130,000 USD

Gotion Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to fostering a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve, cultivating a culture of inclusion and belonging, and ensuring equal employment opportunities for all.

We provide equal opportunity to all individuals regardless of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related conditions (including breastfeeding), parental status, criminal histories consistent with legal requirements, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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

## About Gotion, Inc.

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Gotion, Inc. is a U.S.-based subsidiary of Gotion High-Tech, a global manufacturer of lithium-ion batteries for electric vehicles and energy storage systems.
- **Entity Type**: Private (subsidiary of Gotion High-Tech, publicly traded on Shenzhen Stock Exchange under ticker 002074.SZ)
- **Headquarters**: Fremont, California, USA
- **Founded**: 2014
- **Founders**: Zhen Li

## Core Business
- **Primary industry**: Lithium-ion battery manufacturing, electric vehicle (EV) components, energy storage systems
- **Target customers**: B2B – automakers (e.g., Volkswagen), commercial fleet operators, utility-scale energy storage providers
- **Mission or purpose**: “Accelerate electrified transportation and achieve sustainable development” through clean energy solutions

## Products & Services
- **Lithium-ion Battery Cells & Packs**: Manufacturing of LFP (lithium iron phosphate) and NMC (nickel-manganese-cobalt) batteries for EVs and stationary storage.
- **Energy Storage Systems (ESS)**: Full-scale battery storage solutions for grid, commercial, and residential applications.
- **Battery Materials**: Production of cathode and anode active materials, supporting vertical integration.
- **Engineering Services**: Battery system design, thermal management, BMS (Battery Management System) development, and simulation.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not disclosed for Gotion, Inc. (parent company Gotion High-Tech’s market cap was approximately $9B as of 2025, per public filings)
- **Key Metric**: Parent company reported net income of CN¥1.21 billion (~$168 million) in 2024
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Volkswagen Group (24% stake, $1.1 billion investment in 2020)
- **Growth Signals**:
  - Headcount grew 21.1% year-over-year (262 employees as of late 2025)
  - Active job postings increased 90.5% YoY (160 open positions)
  - New factory in Manteno, Illinois (large-scale manufacturing)
  - R&D centers in Ohio, China, Japan, and Europe
  - Began delivering unified battery cells to Volkswagen in 2025

## Competitive Advantages
- **Vertical integration**: Produces both battery cells and key materials (cathode, anode), reducing supply chain risk.
- **Technology depth**: Expertise in both LFP and NMC chemistries, giving flexibility across market segments.
- **Global scale**: Sixth-largest battery manufacturer worldwide by market share (3.5% as of 2025).
- **Strategic partner**: Deep ties with Volkswagen Group provide a stable demand channel and capital backing.

## Strategic Focus
- Scaling U.S. manufacturing capacity (Illinois factory) to serve North American EV and storage markets.
- Expanding R&D in next-generation battery technologies (e.g., solid-state, high-energy-density cells).
- Building out energy storage product lines and growing sales presence in Europe, Asia, and the Americas.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: Mission-driven focus on clean energy and electrification; fast-paced, global environment.
- **Growth**: Rapidly expanding U.S. operations with significant hiring across engineering, manufacturing, sales, and IT.
- **Work model**: Hybrid/office presence at multiple locations (Fremont, CA; Manteno, IL; Independence, OH; Göttingen, Germany).
- **Notable perks**: Not publicly detailed; employee reviews on LinkedIn rate compensation (2.6/5) and culture (2.3/5) as areas for improvement, but the company is still early in its U.S. build-out.

## Sources
1. [gotion.com](https://gotion.com/)
2. [gotion.com/company](https://www.gotion.com/company/)
3. [Gotion Inc. Careers on Greenhouse](http://job-boards.greenhouse.io/gotion)
4. [LinkedIn - Gotion Inc.](https://www.linkedin.com/company/gotion-inc-)
5. [Wikipedia - Gotion High-Tech](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gotion_High-Tech)

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