Process Engineer III, Assembly - Winding

Panasonic Energy Corporation of North America; Carson City (NV); On-site; USD 110,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time-off

401(k) plan

Educational assistance

On-site shuttle

Job summary

Panasonic Energy Corporation of North America in Carson City, Nevada, seeks a Process Engineer III to lead process improvement initiatives in cell manufacturing, drive defect reduction, and implement new materials and models. The role emphasizes strong data analysis, root cause investigation, and collaboration with engineering, maintenance, and quality teams to deliver reliable, scalable processes.

Familiarity with automation and SOPs is advantageous.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of process engineering or manufacturing engineering experience
• Experience performing engineering functions in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to train manufacturing operators on new or revised process instructions/tools
• Strong data analysis and root cause analysis skills
• Effective communication and collaboration with cross-functional teams

Responsibilities

• Lead process improvement projects focused on defect rate improvement and model/material introduction
• Develop and implement process strategies and optimize current processes
• Mentor team members and share key skills
• Coordinate with engineering, maintenance and quality teams on improvements
• Develop standard work instructions and troubleshooting guides
• Support manufacturing automation and countermeasure implementation

Skills

Process engineering

Troubleshooting

Data analysis

Root cause analysis

Team collaboration

Process optimization

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or similar discipline

Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or similar discipline

Tools

PLC

Control systems

MES

Job description

Overview

Do you want to join a team that's changing the world? Do you have a strong background as a Process Engineer III? 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

Process Engineer III

Job Summary The Process Engineer III is responsible for leading process improvement projects focused on defect rate improvement, new material and model introduction, specification validation, overall equipment efficiency, and tasks to improve the cell manufacturing process. Additionally, the Engineer will develop and implement process strategies, manage process resources, and optimize current processes. Furthermore, the Engineer supports other members of the team through mentorship of key skills.

Essential Duties

• Being a part of Panasonic’s Cell and Process Engineering team. The Cell and Process Engineering team is responsible for continuously improving processes, supporting new model conversion and new line setup, solving chronic production issues and supporting Panasonic’s battery production to ensure our world-class production is running smoothly and without issue. In addition, we continually seek to improve our process by means of productivity, quality, cost, and other key metrics
• Demonstrating sound troubleshooting skills and ability to quickly solve unknown problems through root cause identification and effective countermeasure development and implementation
• Troubleshooting chronic production problems to maintain output levels and reduce defects
• Working with other engineering teams to coordinate process and machine improvement activities ranging from long term process development projects to reactive countermeasures to address immediate issues
• Make data-driven decisions with proficient data analysis skill
• Working with engineering/maintenance/quality teams to develop permanent structures & countermeasures to common problems in daily manufacturing. Can relate to productivity, quality, loss, safety, etc.
• Assist implementing and expanding new countermeasures into production lines
• Monitoring and auditing manufacturing processes to ensure product specifications and standards are achieved
• Applying technical knowledge to develop standard work instructions, SOP’s and troubleshooting guides
• Implementing and supporting manufacturing industrial automation
• Other duties may be assigned

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, hairnet, face mask, bump cap, and a full hazmat suit that includes a respirator.

QualificationsRequirements

Education

Basic/Required: Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or similar discipline Preferred: Master’s Degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or similar discipline

Essential Qualifications

3-5 years of process engineering or manufacturing engineering experience Panasonic follows a culture of full-cycle engineering where members will have full responsibility and accountability for their projects from start to finish Experience performing engineering functions and responsibilities in a manufacturing environment Ability to train manufacturing operators on new or revised manufacturing process instructions or tooling Should be flexible with the working environment and be able to perform job duties between manufacturing floor and office/desk Ability to perform machine and process troubleshooting and apply root cause analysis Experience working on projects such as scrap reduction, cost improvements, and FTE reduction Must have engineering skills (process development/improvement, troubleshooting, data analysis, tolerancing, MPI’s) Must be capable of effective communication and in reaching agreement on path forwards with relevant teams Capable of identifying critical process parameters. Knowledge of FTA, FMEA, etc. Strong team working skills at all levels of an organization, especially skilled at working with direct labor to understand challenges and work on developing optimal solutions using structured methods Self-starter who works well independently and a strong ability to follow up with minimal direction and will focus on team success Able to manage multiple concurrent tasks in a fast-paced environment, prioritizing work, and delivering quality results A strong work ethic with a “get the job done” approach who consistently delivers excellent customer service, both internally and externally. Must have working-level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing, and speaking English

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with lithium-ion battery theory or R&D Familiarity with roll-to-roll processing techniques Experience with material management and control Knowledge of electrochemistry and ability to apply principles Knowledge and ability to apply principles of solutions chemistry to real world working environment Experience with control strategy, PLC, and sensor/actuator relationships is a plus Previous experience with Industrial data analysis or Manufacturing Execution System (MES) Experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment (1M+ units per day) such as batteries or electronic devices Familiarity with six sigma methodologies and tools 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)

Physical Demands

Physical Activities: (Percentage of time (equaling 100%) during the normal workday the employee is required to)Sit: 30%Walk: 40%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.: FrequentUp to 20 lbs.: FrequentUp to 35 lbs.: FrequentTeam-lift only (over 35 lbs.): Frequent

Benefits & Perks - What's In It For You

• 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.

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.

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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