Electrical Engineer

Pasona Inc.; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

short-term disability and related覆盖

PTO

retirement plan

business travel allowance/per diem

Job summary

Pasona Inc. seeks an Electrical Engineering Manager to lead electrical and controls projects for automotive parts production equipment. This role blends hands-on engineering with project leadership, vendor coordination, and customer support.

Japanese language proficiency is required, with travel across Kentucky and neighboring states as needed. Visa sponsorship is available for qualified candidates. The role involves designing PLC programs, supervising modifications, and mentoring staff, while

Qualifications

• Idiomatic-level Japanese proficiency and strong English communication skills are required.
• At least 5 years of hands-on experience in electrical system design and implementation.
• Experience with PLC programming, particularly OMRON and Mitsubishi, electrical wiring, and circuit design.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD or similar design software.
• Experience managing engineering projects, vendors, contractors, or technical teams.
• Strong communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement PLC programs, electrical circuits, and control systems.
• Manage engineering projects, including cost estimates, schedules, risks, and external vendors.
• Coordinate with customers, equipment manufacturers, and contractors.
• Perform and supervise equipment modifications, commissioning, startup, and troubleshooting at customer sites.
• Review electrical drawings and control specifications.
• Provide technical guidance and mentor engineering staff as the team grows.

Skills

Japanese proficiency

English communication

Leadership & management

Electrical system design

Project coordination

Tools

AutoCAD

OMRON PLC

Mitsubishi PLC

Job description

We are seeking an Electrical Engineering Manager to lead electrical and controls projects for automotive parts production equipment. This role combines hands-on engineering with project leadership, vendor coordination, and customer support.

Japanese language proficiency is required.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement PLC programs, electrical circuits, and control systems.
• Manage engineering projects, including cost estimates, schedules, risks, and external vendors.
• Coordinate with customers, equipment manufacturers, and contractors.
• Perform and supervise equipment modifications, commissioning, startup, and troubleshooting at customer sites.
• Review electrical drawings and control specifications.
• Provide technical guidance and mentor engineering staff as the team grows.

Qualifications

• Idiomatic-level Japanese proficiency and strong English communication skills are required.
• At least 5 years of hands-on experience in electrical system design and implementation.
• Experience with PLC programming, particularly OMRON and Mitsubishi, electrical wiring, and circuit design.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD or similar design software.
• Experience managing engineering projects, vendors, contractors, or technical teams.
• Strong communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred

• Experience with automotive manufacturing equipment, industrial automation, or welding equipment.
• Experience leading or mentoring engineers or technicians.

Working Conditions

• Full-time, exempt.
• 8:30 AM–5:30 PM; flex-time system available.
• Travel is primarily within Kentucky and to Indiana, Ohio, and Texas, depending on project needs. Occasional travel to Canada and Mexico may also be required.
• Additional working hours may be required depending on project needs.

Benefits

• Health and dental insurance
• short-term disability and related coverage
• PTO
• retirement plan
• business travel allowance/per diem

Visa Support

E visa sponsorship support is available for qualified candidates whose experience aligns with the position, subject to visa eligibility.