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Technical Program Manager, Battery
Gotion INC · 🇺🇸 Fremont, California
Sponsorship verdict
Sponsorship possible
One solid signal, not two — worth applying, and worth asking about sponsorship early.
- Employer is on a government sponsor recordThe US Department of Labor certified 6 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Apr 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 6 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
- The posting doesn’t mention sponsorshipSilence isn’t a refusal — ask the recruiter before investing much time.
- No salary bar for this routeH-1B has no fixed salary bar: the employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for the role and area. Cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level. Source: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/12/29/2025-23853/weighted-selection-process-for-registrants-and-petitioners-seeking-to-file-cap-subject-h-1b, rules effective 2026-02-27.
- What Gotion INC paid sponsored hires in similar roles1 certified filing for “Senior Battery CAE Engineer” (Mechanical Engineers) in CA: $185k–$185k, median $185k. Most were filed at wage level IV (100%) — 4 lottery entries, ≈61% projected selection odds for cap-subject employers. Source: US Department of Labor LCA disclosure data (Oct 2025 – Jun 2026).
- Confirmed live todayWhen a source last listed this job as open.
US H-1B: cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level — Level I gets 1 entry, Level IV gets 4 (DHS projected selection odds ≈15% at Level I to ≈61% at Level IV). Universities and non-profit research employers are cap-exempt. The $100,000 fee for new petitions from abroad is currently blocked by a court order (appeal pending).
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The US Department of Labor certified 6 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Apr 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 6 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
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About the role
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. This role is in Fremont CA. 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 Qualifications : • 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 s