Controls Engineer II

Panasonic North America; Sparks (NV); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) matching

Paid time off

On-site amenities

Job summary

Panasonic Energy Corporation of North America in Sparks, Nevada is seeking a Controls Engineer II to design, analyze, and implement control systems for high‑volume battery production. You’ll coordinate with manufacturing, ensure safety compliance, and optimize processes using Keyence Cognex vision and PLCs from Mitsubishi and Omron.

You will work on prototype to production transitions, develop drawings and test programs, and support energy efficiency initiatives while aligning with Panasonic’s

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Preferred: Degree in Chemical/Electrochemical/Materials Engineering or related field.
• 2+ years of controls engineering experience.
• Familiarity with NFPA 70/79 and UL standards for industrial machinery.
• Experience with 480 V panel installations and control wiring design.
• Experience programming, installing, and troubleshooting vision systems (Keyence/Cognex).

Responsibilities

• Programming, installing, and troubleshooting Keyence vision systems within Panasonic’s battery manufacturing processes.
• Programming, installing, and troubleshooting PLC systems (Mitsubishi/Omron) within Panasonic’s battery manufacturing processes.
• Analyze specifications to determine manufacturable designs.
• Evaluate feasibility of new plant equipment and layout.
• Prepare detailed product/system drawings and schematics.
• Direct prototype production and testing programs.
• Develop experimental test plans and analyze data.

Skills

Electrical engineering

NFPA code knowledge

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical/Electrochemical/Materials Engineering

Tools

Keyence vision systems

Cognex vision systems

Mitsubishi PLC

Omron PLC

Job description

Overview

Do you want to join a team that's changing the world? Do you have a strong background as a Controls Engineer II? Then we're looking for you! 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

Controls Engineer II

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Job Summary

The Controls Engineer is responsible for analyzing product and equipment specifications and performance requirements to determine designs which can be produced by existing manufacturing or processing facilities and methods. The Engineer directs and coordinates manufacturing or building of prototype products or systems.

Essential Duties

• 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 develop 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.

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

• Basic/Required: Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.


• Preferred: Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Electrochemical Engineering, Materials Engineering, or related field.

Essential Qualifications

• 2+ years of controls engineering experience .


• Ability to cooperate and work with related departments including overseas.


• Flexibility to solve issues with first principles thinking.


• 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, Division 2)


• Experience with 480 V panel installations.


• Control wiring design.


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


• Experience with energy usage/optimization.


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


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

Preferred Qualifications

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


• Background working in a high-volume manufacturing environment.


• Superior communication and interpersonal skills


• 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)


• Resilient, self-motivated and able to work well under pressure.


• Advanced skills in MS Office (Word, Power Point, Excel, Outlook) preferred.

Physical Demands

Physical Activities: (Percentage of time (equaling 100%) during the normal workday the employee is required to)

• Sit: 40%


• Walk: 30%


• Stand: 20%


• Lift: 10%

Required Lifting and Carrying: (Required frequency is: Not required (0%), Occasional (1-33%), Frequent (34-66%, Continuous (67-100%)

• Up to 10 lbs.: Occasional


• Up to 20 lbs.: Occasional


• Up to 35 lbs.: Occasional


• Team-lift only (over 35 lbs.): Not Required

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


• Free Shuttle : Rides to and from work!

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.

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.