Process Engineer Intern

Gotion, Inc. • Manteno, IL

1d • $1 - $20 • Onsite

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.
Job Summary
The Process Engineer Intern will support the manufacturing engineering team in developing, improving, and sustaining production processes. This role provides hands-on exposure to manufacturing operations, process optimization, equipment introduction, and quality control systems. The intern will work closely with engineers and production teams to support new equipment ramp-up, resolve process issues, and analyze manufacturing data.
This is a 10-week internship program offered from June 2026 to August 2026. The expected pay for this position is $20/hr.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a bachelor’s degree in: o Chemical Engineering o Materials Engineering o Electrochemistry o Physical Materials o Or a related engineering discipline
• Basic understanding of manufacturing and process engineering principles.
• Strong interest in process improvement, data analysis, and manufacturing operations.
• Ability to collect, organize, and analyze data with attention to detail.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented manufacturing environment

Nice To Haves

• Exposure to quality systems or manufacturing standards (e.g., IATF 16949, Control Plans, PFMEA, SPC).
• Familiarity with basic quality tools (e.g., 7 QC tools, 8D, or Six Sigma concepts).
• Coursework or basic knowledge related to lithium-ion batteries or cell manufacturing processes.
• Internship or academic project experience in manufacturing, process engineering, or quality engineering.

Responsibilities

• Assist the manufacturing team in evaluating and defining process flows, equipment selection, and technical documentation for new or existing production lines.
• Support engineering and technical activities during production trial runs, equipment installation, debugging, validation, and early-stage ramp-up.
• Help compile, update, and review process documentation, including process flowcharts, work instructions, and process standards.
• Participate in identifying and resolving on-site process issues on the production line, under the guidance of senior engineers.
• Assist in tracking quality issues and maintaining documentation to help prevent recurrence.
• Support evaluation and verification of new equipment, tools, and technologies for manufacturing processes.
• Assist in planning and conducting process experiments, including data collection, basic analysis, and report preparation.
• Participate in training activities and knowledge-sharing sessions for production line employees.
• Follow all safety, quality, and operational guidelines.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern