Overview
Do you want to join a team that's changing the world? Do you have a strong background as an Electrical Engineer? Then we're looking for you! Check out the job description and apply now! Put your skills to meaningful use, gain unique experience, and work with world-class team members with diverse backgrounds and expertise who share the same vision. Join the PECNA team today!
Responsibilities
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Summary:
Join us at Panasonic Energy as we expand to De Soto, Kansas, where we're building the world's largest lithium-ion battery factory. This is an exciting opportunity to grow your career while contributing to the future of electric vehicles. As part of our team, you'll help push the limits of battery technology, enhancing performance and efficiency in sustainable transportation.
Our state-of-the-art facility, just outside the Kansas City Metro, will be a hub for innovation in green energy solutions. If you're passionate about sustainability and eager to contribute to the electric vehicle revolution, we invite you to be part of our dynamic team. Join us and make a meaningful impact on the future of energy and transportation.
Job Summary:
The Electrical Engineer I supports the engineering, design, and construction of electrical systems within a large-scale EPC manufacturing environment. The role contributes to electrical drawing development, equipment specification, construction support, and operational troubleshooting while learning industry codes, standards, and engineering procedures. Working under the guidance of senior engineers, the position provides technical assistance throughout the full project life cycle- design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and operations, while gaining experience in industrial power distribution, automation, and manufacturing electrical systems. In addition, it provides technical expertise in electrical systems, documentation, and cross-team collaboration to enhance safety, efficiency, and long-term performance.
Essential Duties:
Functional Operations:
Develop and revise electrical drawings, including one-line diagrams, panel schedules, floor plans, grounding layouts, cable routing, and schematics - using AutoCAD, Revit, or equivalent electrical design software
Perform basic electrical calculations such as load estimations, voltage drop, conductor sizing, and short-circuit checks under engineering supervision
Support engineering deliverables related to low-voltage and medium voltage distribution systems, lighting layouts, grounding systems, and auxiliary power systems
Review design specifications, maintain electrical documentation, and monitor system usage
Review vendor drawings, installation manuals and technical documentation to verify conformance with design intent and plant requirements
Support project schedules by coordinating design updates, reviewing vendor submittals, and assisting in RFIs and field clarifications
Participate in routine maintenance testing, including checking breakers, transformers, grounding systems, and motor starters
Help maintain accurate electrical drawings and as-built documentation for facility assets and production equipment
Performance Optimization & Continuous Improvement:
Assist in analyzing equipment failure data, recommending preventive maintenance actions, and supporting root-cause investigations
Assist with breaker coordination, arc flash studies, load analysis, and resolution of power quality issues by providing data and preliminary analysis support
Assist with electrical load monitoring, data gathering, power-quality checks, and basic analysis using engineering software and testing instruments
Contribute to documentation of engineering changes, lessons learned, and quality-control records throughout the EPC project lifecycle
Participate in feasibility studies and preliminary engineering efforts by supporting senior engineers
Support design reviews, redline updates, and constructability assessments to help ensure drawings and specifications accurately reflect field conditions and project requirements
Training & Team Support:
Develop relationships and communicate with engineers across disciplines and at other Panasonic sites to foster best practice sharing and communication
Cross-Functional Collaboration & Communication:
Participate in cross-functional coordination with mechanical, controls, safety, and construction teams to ensure electrical system compatibility across disciplines
Develop relationships and communicate with engineers across disciplines and at other Panasonic sites to foster best practice sharing and communication
Support project schedules by coordinating design updates, reviewing vendor submittals, and assisting in RFIs and field clarifications
Quality, Safety, & Compliance:
Assist in preparing engineering design packages, equipment specifications, and construction-ready documents in alignment with NEC, NFPA 70E, IEEE and facility engineering standards
Support the development of maintenance procedures, LOTO documentation, and equipment tracking systems
Assist with commissioning tests such as continuity testing, insulation resistance measurements, equipment nameplate verification, and system energization preparation
Assist in preparing project plans including budgets, schedules, drawings, and bills of material
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Requirements:
To ensure the health and safety in the workplace and for the protection of our employees, wearing PPE is a possibility and may include equipment such as a full Tyvek suit, safety shoes, gloves, safety glasses, face mask, bump cap, and a full hazmat suit that includes a respirator.
The foregoing description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and efforts or work conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job.
Qualifications
Requirements - Required and/or Preferred
Education, Certifications, and Licenses:
Required :
Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Technology, or a closely related field
Preferred:
Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification (or ability to obtain within a reasonable timeframe)
SolidWorks or AutoCAD Certification
OSHA 30-Hour General Industry Certification
Essential Qualifications:
Strong foundational understanding of core electrical engineering principles
Demonstrated eagerness to learn and develop practical electrical engineering skills
Strong organizational, verbal, and written communication skills, including ability to present technical information clearly to non-technical audiences
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Access, Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Ability to manage multiple concurrent tasks, prioritize effectively, and deliver quality results in a fast-paced environment
Self-starter with strong follow-up skills, able to work independently with minimal supervision
Effective problem solver with sound decision-making skills and ability to resolve issues creatively and efficiently
Demonstrates a strong work ethic and commitment to providing excellent customer service, both internally and externally
Intuitive, adaptable, collaborative, and open to learning from others, with strong interpersonal skills
Must have working-level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing, and speaking English
Alignment to Panasonic's seven (7) core principles (contribution to society, fairness and honesty, cooperation and team spirit, untiring effort for improvement, courtesy and humility, adaptability, gratitude)
Preferred Qualifications:
2+ years of relevant electrical engineering experience, preferably supporting or constructing large-scale facilities, ideally in advanced manufacturing environments
Experience supporting or managing multi-discipline projects
Working knowledge of AutoCAD, Revit, SKM Power tools, ETAP, or equivalent software
Familiarity with NFPA 70/70E electrical safety principles; completion of basic arc-flash or electrical-safety training
Demonstrated ability to rapidly assess and resolve critical system issues to minimize downtime and operational impact
Familiarity with PC hardware and Windows-based applications beyond standard office software (e.g., engineering software, data acquisition tools)
Physical Demands:
Physical Activities: Percentage of time (equaling 100%) during the normal workday the employee is required to:
Sit: 30%
Walk: 35%
Stand: 35%
Required Lifting and Carrying: Rare (
For this position, the required frequency is:
Up to 10 lbs.: Occasional
Up to 20 lbs.: Occasional
Up to 35 lbs.: Occasional
Team-lift only (over 35 lbs.): Rare
Benefits & Perks - What's In It For You:
Panasonic Energy prioritizes total well-being and offers comprehensive benefits options to support physical, emotional, financial, social, and environmental health:
Health Benefits - Offering medical, dental, vision, prescription plans, plus Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options.
Voluntary Benefits - Life, accident, critical illness, disability, legal, identity theft, and pet insurance.
Panasonic Retirement Savings & Investment Plan (PRSIP) - 401(k) plan with company matching contributions and immediate vesting.
Paid Time-Off Benefits - Vacation, holidays, personal days, sick leave, volunteer, and parental & caregiver leave.
Educational Assistance - Tuition reimbursement for job-related courses after six months of service.
Health Management and Wellbeing Programs -Lifestyle Spending Account, EAP, virtual health management, chronic condition, neurodiversity, tobacco cessation, substance abuse support, and life stage and fertility resources. Available to eligible employees starting the first day of the month following your start date. Eligibility for each benefit may vary based on employment status, location, and length of service.
Employee Recognition Program - High5 employee recognition and awards platform, quarterly and annual employee recognition
Annual Bonus Program - Opportunity for an annual performance-based bonus.
On-site Food Options : Several on-site cafes, plentiful snack and beverage kitchens, revolving on-site vendor visits and employee events.
Where You'll Be:
For our onsite roles, Panasonic Energy is committed to fostering an ideal working environment that goes beyond the conventional. We understand the significance of moments that matter in your onsite experience, and we prioritize creating a workspace that not only promotes productivity but also ensures a fulfilling and positive work atmosphere. Join us at Panasonic Energy, where your onsite presence is valued, and we strive to make each moment count in your professional journey.
Who We Are:
Meet Panasonic Energy! At Panasonic Energy, you'll do work that matters as we are dedicated to transforming the world through the acceleration of sustainable energy. By producing safe, high-quality lithium-ion batteries, you become part of a team that plays a crucial role in creating technologies that move us.
Our journey began in 2017, and now, as the world's largest lithium-ion battery factory, we are expanding operations to De Soto, Kansas, providing you with the opportunity to experience career growth in more ways than one.
As an innovative thinker, you'll thrive here, as we continually push the boundaries of lithium-ion battery technology and production capabilities to enhance efficiency and performance in EVs.
Being part of Panasonic Energy means positively contributing to society, aligning with our commitment to building a better world through sustainable energy solutions.
We care about what you care about, fostering an environment where your contributions make a meaningful impact on the future of energy and transportation. Join us and be part of a team that values your work, encourages innovation, and actively contributes to a positive societal impact.
In addition to an environment that is as innovative as our products, we offer competitive salaries and benefits.
We Take Opportunity Seriously:
At Panasonic Energy, we are committed to a workplace that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. Fairness and Honesty have been part of our core values for more than 100 years and we are proud of our diverse culture as an equal opportunity employer.
We understand that your career search may look different than others and embrace the professional, personal, educational, and volunteer opportunities through which people gain experience. If you are actively looking or starting to explore new opportunities, submit your application!
Supplemental Information:
Pre-employment drug testing is required.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. All qualified individuals are required to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
Due to the high volume of responses, we will only be able to respond to candidates of interest. All candidates must have valid authorization to work in the U.S. without restriction.
Thank you for your interest in Panasonic Energy Corporation of North America.
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