BIM Designer I

Panasonic • De Soto, KS

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Do you want to join a team that's changing the world? Do you have a strong background as a BIM Designer I? Then we're looking for you! Check out the job description and apply now! 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!

Join us at Panasonic Energy as we expand to De Soto, Kansas, where we’re building the world’s largest lithium-ion battery factory. This is an exciting opportunity to grow your career while contributing to the future of electric vehicles. As part of our team, you’ll help push the limits of battery technology, enhancing performance and efficiency in sustainable transportation.
Our state-of-the-art facility, just outside the Kansas City Metro, will be a hub for innovation in green energy solutions. If you're passionate about sustainability and eager to contribute to the electric vehicle revolution, we invite you to be part of our dynamic team. Join us and make a meaningful impact on the future of energy and transportation.
Job Summary:
The BIM Designer I supports the creation, coordination, and maintenance of building information models and design documentation for manufacturing production lines and facility infrastructure projects. This role assists engineers and senior designers by developing and updating 2D drawings and 3D BIM models to support equipment layout, facility modifications, and construction coordination. The position maintains accurate as-built documentation, performs field verification, and contributes to design review activities to ensure alignment between design intent and existing conditions. Success in this role requires strong attention to detail, collaboration with cross-functional teams, and the ability to manage multiple design assignments in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Foundational knowledge of BIM and CAD platforms such as Revit or AutoCAD
• Ability to interpret 2D drawings and translate them into 3D BIM models
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple assignments and projects
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary engineering and design team
• Must have working-level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing, and speaking English
• 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)

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree in Drafting, BIM Technology, Engineering Technology, Architecture Technology, or a related technical field
• Autodesk Certified User (ACU) in Revit or AutoCAD, or similar BIM certification
• Experience using BIM tools such as Revit, AutoCAD, or Navisworks for design or model coordination
• Exposure to manufacturing, facilities, or industrial infrastructure environments
• Internship, co-op, or entry-level experience supporting engineering, construction, or facility projects

Responsibilities

• Create and update 2D drawings and 3D BIM models to support manufacturing production line layouts, facility upgrades, and infrastructure projects
• Develop and modify design documentation using BIM and CAD platforms including Revit and AutoCAD
• Maintain accurate as-built drawings and documentation for facility structures, systems, and equipment
• Develop and maintain Revit families and BIM content to support design coordination and construction documentation
• Input and manage project data within BIM models to support engineering, construction, and facility records
• Perform site observations and field verification to confirm equipment conditions, physical layouts, and facility infrastructure
• Utilize reference models and linked files in BIM/CAD platforms and prepare drawing sheets for documentation and printing in accordance with drafting standards
• Support the improvement of BIM workflows, drafting practices, and digital design standards within the department
• Assist with maintaining and organizing drawing databases, BIM models, and project documentation
• Identify discrepancies between field conditions and design documentation and communicate updates for correction
• Contribute to the development and implementation of BIM and CAD standards that improve design efficiency and model accuracy
• Support engineers and senior designers with design revisions, drawing updates, and model development
• Participate in knowledge-sharing activities and training to develop proficiency in BIM modeling and design coordination practices
• Build foundational expertise in manufacturing facility design, equipment layout, and BIM-based documentation
• Collaborate with engineering, facilities, construction, and project management teams to support design coordination and project execution
• Participate in design review sessions and departmental meetings to gather feedback and provide project updates
• Communicate project progress, design issues, or coordination conflicts to the BIM & CAD Manager
• Assist with documenting field observations and design coordination information to support project teams
• Ensure BIM models and drawings comply with company drafting standards, engineering requirements, and project documentation procedures
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation to support facility operations and construction coordination
• Follow facility safety procedures and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) when working in operational manufacturing areas
• Support safe work practices during field verification activities and site observations

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED