Lean Engineer

Responsibilities

• Analyze OEE data (Availability, Performance, Quality) from EV battery production lines
• Identify top contributors to OEE loss, including downtime, cycle time losses, and quality defects
• Lead root cause analysis using Lean problem-solving tools such as A3, PDCA, 5 Why, Fishbone, and Pareto
• Develop, implement, and sustain countermeasures to improve equipment reliability, process stability, and product yield
• Lead Lean improvement projects and Kaizen events focused on throughput, downtime reduction, yield improvement, and labor efficiency
• Establish and facilitate cross-functional Lean teams involving operators, technicians, engineers, and supervisors
• Train and coach team members on Lean concepts including Waste identification (Muda), Standard Work, 5S, Visual Management, and Flow/pull systems
• Use Excel and manufacturing data systems to analyze trends and communicate insights

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
• 3–5 years of Lean / Continuous Improvement experience in a manufacturing environment
• Solid knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles, tools, and methodologies
• Strong data analysis skills with the ability to translate production data into actionable improvements
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills across all organizational levels
• Must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. without sponsorship

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in EV battery, electronics, semiconductor, or other high-volume automated manufacturing
• Lean or Continuous Improvement certification (Lean Six Sigma Green Belt preferred)
• Experience working with OEE systems, MES, or equipment data platforms
• Familiarity with SPC, control charts, and basic Six Sigma tools
• Experience supporting new line launches, ramp-ups, or equipment commissioning

About the Company

Gotion Inc. innovates 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.