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Panasonic Energy Corporation of North America · 7 hours ago

Controls Engineer I

Sparks, NV

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

Panasonic Energy Corporation of North America (PECNA) is seeking ambitious engineers to lead the world’s largest lithium ion battery initiative. The role involves programming, installing, and troubleshooting vision and PLC systems within battery manufacturing processes to enhance production efficiency and quality.

Information Technology & Services

No H1B

Responsibilities

Programming, installing, and troubleshooting Keyence vision systems within Panasonic’s battery manufacturing processes

Programming, installing, and troubleshooting PLC systems such as Mitsubishi and Omron within Panasonic’s battery manufacturing processes

Analyzing product or equipment specifications and performance requirements to determine designs which can be produced by existing manufacturing or processing facilities and methods

Determining feasibility of designing new plant equipment or modifying existing facilities considering costs, available space, time limitations, company planning, and other technical and economic factors

Providing technical information concerning manufacturing or processing techniques, materials, properties, and process advantages and limitations which affect long range plant and product engineering planning

Conferring with research personnel to clarify or resolve problems and develops design

Preparing or directing preparation of product or system layout and detailed drawings and schematics

Directing and coordinating manufacturing or building of prototype products or systems

Planning and developing experimental test programs

Analyzing test data and reports to determine if design meets functional and performance specifications

Evaluating engineering test results for possible application to developments of systems or other uses

Qualification

Programming PLC systemsTroubleshooting vision systemsElectrical engineering knowledgeHigh-volume manufacturing experienceControl wiring designFirst principles thinkingCooperation with departmentsComputer skills

Required

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or similar discipline

Panasonic Energy of North America does not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position

Evidence of exceptional ability. Panasonic follows a culture of full-cycle engineering where members will have full responsibility and accountability for their projects from start to finish. We are looking for the best of the best

Experience programming, installing, and troubleshooting manufacturing image vision systems such as Keyence and Cognex

Experience programming, installing, and troubleshooting PLC systems such as Mitsubishi and Omron

Background working in a high-volume manufacturing environment

Understanding of electrical hardware, drawings, sequence control and software design

Ability to cooperate and work with related departments including overseas

Flexibility to solve issues with first principles thinking

Strong computer skills with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint

Preferred

Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or similar discipline

Familiarity with wiring/cabling size/terminations and load/temperature requirements

Familiarity with industrial machinery design & related NFPA codes: 70, 79 (and related UL standards for industrial machinery)

Knowledge regarding electrical requirements in hazardous locations (Class I, Div 2)

Experience with 480 V panel installations

Control wiring design

Experience with energy usage/optimization

Knowledge and handling about American environmental laws and UL (Underwriters Laboratories)

Benefits

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

Free Shuttle: Rides to and from work!

Company

Panasonic Energy Corporation of North America

Panasonic Energy Corporation of North America (PECNA) is a large-scale, advanced battery manufacturer, operating in Sparks, Nevada and De Soto, Kansas, known for its quality of life and expansive outdoor adventures.

Founded in 2016