Construction Project Engineer

Gotion, Inc.•Manteno, IL

10d•$95,000 - $115,000

About The Position

Gotion Inc. is hiring a Construction Project Engineer to manage civil and infrastructure construction for a battery factory. The work includes plant buildings, utility facilities such as air compressor, RO water, and power distribution stations, cleanrooms, and hazardous-material facilities. The engineer ensures the project meets design standards, schedule requirements, and safety regulations, and participates throughout factory setup from site selection and geotechnical investigation through design, construction, and final acceptance. The role coordinates with design institutes, EPC and general contractors, suppliers, technical teams, and government authorities. It also supports construction of factory utilities and enforces environmental, health, and safety requirements on construction sites. The position requires a relevant bachelor's degree or above, at least three years of relevant industrial or infrastructure construction experience, and proficiency in Mandarin and English. The posted US base salary range is $95,000–$115,000, with a 15% bonus and benefits.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or above in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
At least 3 years of experience in industrial plant construction or infrastructure for new energy or battery factories.
Familiarity with requirements for cleanrooms, temperature- and humidity-controlled workshops, and hazardous-material areas.
Strong project management, cross-team communication, and problem-solving skills.
Proficiency in Mandarin and English to communicate directly with technical teams, local design institutes, contractors, and government authorities.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of U.S. building, electrical, fire protection, and environmental regulations and permit processes.
Experience with full-scope battery factory construction, including cell, module, or energy storage system facilities.
Bilingual personnel are given priority.

Responsibilities

Participate in the full factory setup process, including site selection, geotechnical investigation, design, construction, and final acceptance.
Manage construction of civil works, equipment foundations, pipelines, cleanrooms, and hazardous-material areas.
Coordinate with design institutes, EPC contractors, general contractors, and suppliers to resolve conflicts and schedule issues.
Ensure compliance with NFPA, NEC, IBC, UL9540/9540A, and AHJ approval requirements.
Drive construction of utilities, including water supply and drainage, fire protection, power, HVAC, compressed air, and exhaust treatment.
Establish and enforce EHS management systems on construction sites to ensure safety and environmental compliance.