Energy Storage Systems (ESS) Project Manager

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. Position Overview The ESS Project Manager will lead the end-to-end execution of utility-scale and commercial energy storage system projects. This role requires strong coordination across cross-functional teams to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and meet contractual and technical requirements. The ideal candidate has a deep understanding of ESS technologies and project lifecycles, with experience managing international production and logistics workflows. Key Responsibilities Project Lifecycle Management Lead and manage full project lifecycle from pre-sales support through contract negotiation, procurement, manufacturing, logistics, commissioning, and post-sales service. Serve as the primary point of contact for internal stakeholders and external clients throughout the project execution phase. Planning and Execution Develop and maintain detailed project schedules, resource plans, risk registers, and budgets. Drive on-time delivery of milestones by coordinating with sales, engineering, supply chain, and operations teams. Cross-functional Coordination Facilitate collaboration between U.S. based teams and overseas production facilities to ensure alignment on build schedules and delivery timelines. Support U.S. legal, sales, engineering, and finance teams in contract development, review, and executi on. ESS Pipeline and Production Alignment Collect and regularly update the S. ESS project pipeline in collaboration with the U.S. sales team. Align ESS product demand forecasts with overseas manufacturing capacity and shipping schedules. Logistics and Supply Chain Management Coordinate logistics activities to meet customer delivery expectations and contractual commitments. Build and manage relationships with third-party logistics (3PL) providers and freight partners.