MES Engineer

Gotion, Inc.•Manteno, IL

About The Position

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.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
Hands-on experience implementing, configuring, or supporting MES systems in a manufacturing environment.
Strong understanding of MES design specifications, architectures, and related industry standards.
Experience working with manufacturing processes, production workflows, and shop-floor systems.
Ability to analyze business requirements and translate them into technical MES solutions.
Strong documentation, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience with leading MES platforms (e.g., Siemens Opcenter, Rockwell FactoryTalk, SAP ME/MII, Apriso, or similar).
Knowledge of system integration with ERP (SAP, Oracle), PLCs, SCADA, and industrial automation systems.
Familiarity with validation practices, change management, and regulated manufacturing environments.
Experience supporting multi-site or global MES deployments.

Responsibilities

Lead MES (Manufacturing Execution System) requirements analysis, solution architecture design, configuration, and implementation to support manufacturing operations.
Deploy, launch, and sustain MES systems across production environments, ensuring system stability, performance, and scalability.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (manufacturing, quality, IT, automation, and supply chain) to align MES solutions with business and operational needs.
Manage MES project delivery, including planning, execution, testing, validation, and go-live support.
Provide ongoing system support, troubleshooting, upgrades, and continuous improvement for MES applications.
Develop, maintain, and review MES-related technical documentation, including system specifications, workflows, validation documents, and user guides.
Support integration of MES with ERP, PLCs, SCADA, historians, and other manufacturing systems.
Ensure MES solutions comply with applicable industry standards, internal policies, and regulatory requirements.
Train end users and provide technical guidance to internal stakeholders as needed.