Process Development Engineer II - Sparks, United States - Panasonic Avionics Corporation

Description

The Process Development Engineer II will apply standard scientific and statistical methods to analyze, document, and diagram production processes. Develops and optimizes continuous production and manufacturing processes to achieve the output, quality, and cost goals of the organization.
Designing, validating, and installing automation systems to improve reliability and defect rate of electrode manufacturing processes
Identifying, validating, and integrating applicable sensors into electrode manufacturing processes to support process improvement projects
Developing robust feedback programs based off machine/sensor data
Preparing or directing preparation of product or system layout and detailed drawings and schematics
Preparing of thorough system design summaries and plans (including cost, facilities, timeline, data, and resource considerations) to present to relevant engineering/production teams for design review
Directing and coordinating manufacturing or building of prototype products or systems
Designing and running validation tests and mass production trials for new programs/equipment
Analyzing, interpreting, and summarizing data from validation tests and mass production trials
Collaborating across engineering, quality, and production departments in development, testing, and introduction of new equipment, programs, and automation systems
Coordinating support/maintenance of new equipment, programs, and automation systems once introduced into mass production
Engaging and collaborating with development teams during systems design and testing
Programming, installing, and troubleshooting PLC systems such as Mitsubishi and Omron within Panasonic's battery manufacturing processes
Programming, installing, and troubleshooting Keyence vision systems within Panasonic's battery manufacturing processes
Providing technical information concerning manufacturing or processing techniques, materials, properties, and process advantages and limitations which affect long range plant and product engineering planning
Assists in design, development, implementation, and analysis of technical products and systems.
Assists senior engineer and management in the preparation of plans, designs, computation, and reports.
Applies broad knowledge and skills in the research or application of new technology
Evaluates, selects, and applies standard techniques, procedures, and criteria to perform a task or sequence of tasks for conventional projects with few complex features
Collaboratively uses judgement to determine adaptations in methods for nonroutine aspects of assignments
Works on small projects or portions of larger projects and initiatives
Receives instruction on specific objectives
Receives direction on unconventional and/or complex problems, and possible solutions
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 requirement for some roles at PENA 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 Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or similar discipline

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

Essential
Qualifications:
Minimum of 4 years of controls/automation engineering experience
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
Prior experience with automation systems development and integration
Prior experience with validation and introduction of new/improved sensors to mass production lines
Ability to design and integrate changes on HMIs
Working knowledge of installing and tuning PID controllers
Must possess excellent written and oral communication skills
Ability to manage time and projects independently
Ability to cooperate and work with related departments including overseas
Ability to work within current machine controls systems and infrastructure to introduce improvements
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, ladder logic, and software design
Flexibility to independently solve issues with first principles thinking
Strong computer skills with Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Must have working-level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing, and speaking English

Preferred
Qualifications:
Ability to lead automation/controls aspects of improvement project from development phase through validation and introduction to mass production line
Ability to effectively summarize complex engineering systems/concepts into presentations for management approval
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
Knowledge of control wiring design
Experience with energy usage/optimization
Knowledge and handling about American environmental laws and UL (Underwriters Laboratories)
Knowledge of statistical techniques and data sampling for process/equipment validation
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 License(s):
None

Preferred Certification(s):
None

Physical Demands:

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

Sit: 20%

Walk: 50%

Stand: 20%

Lift: 10%

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

Up to 10 lbs:
Frequent


Up to 20 lbs:
Frequent


Up to 35 lbs:
Frequent

Team-lift only (over 35 lbs.): Frequent

About Us:

Panasonic Energy of North America (PENA) is collaborating with Tesla at a massive battery factory near Reno, Nevada which is known for its quality of life and expansive outdoor adventures.

Panasonic's role at the Gigafactory is to manufacture and supply cylindrical lithium-ion cells to Tesla for their electric vehicles and energy storage systems.

Over the past few years, the Gigafactory has grown to the largest lithium-ion battery factory in the world.

Together with our partner Tesla, we continue to revolutionize the lithium-ion battery space and accelerate the world's transition to sustainable energy and transportation.

Our mission at PENA is to make the vision of affordable Electric Vehicles a reality by producing the world's safest, high quality, and lowest cost batteries.

Through this effort we will create a clean energy society and our products will change society's use of and perceptions of electric power.

In addition to an environment that is as innovative as our products, we offer competitive salaries and benefits.

Supplemental Information:
Pre-employment drug testing is required. 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.

Panasonic is an Equal Opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by law.

All qualified individuals are required to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
Thank you for your interest in Panasonic Energy of North America.

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We are proud to announce the establishment of a state-of-the-art Li-ion battery factory, set amidst the beautiful Kansas City Metro.

This groundbreaking green-field factory will serve as a pioneering hub for innovation in sustainable energy solutions.

We are proud to announce the establishment of a state-of-the-art Li-ion battery factory, set amidst the beautiful Kansas City Metro.

This groundbreaking green-field factory will serve as a pioneering hub for innovation in sustainable energy solutions.

We are proud to announce the establishment of a state-of-the-art Li-ion battery factory, set amidst the beautiful Kansas City Metro.

This groundbreaking green-field factory will serve as a pioneering hub for innovation in sustainable energy solutions.

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