Electrical Engineer II

Panasonic • De Soto, KS

14h • Onsite

About The Position

Do you want to join a team that's changing the world? Do you have a strong background as an Electrical Engineer II? 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! Meet the Recruiter: Will Downey Summary: 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 Electrical Engineer II supports and executes electrical engineering, design, and construction activities across EPC (Engineering, Procurement & Construction) manufacturing projects. The role produces and validates electrical drawings, performs and validates electrical drawings, performs engineering calculations, develops design packages, and provides technical support throughout construction, commissioning, and plant operations. This position requires strong proficiency in electrical design software, practical field experience, and the ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver safe, reliable, and code-compliant electrical systems within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Technology, or a closely related field
• 2-4 years of experience in operation/engineering of mission critical facilities and infrastructure (electrical design, installation, commissioning, inspection, fire/life safety systems)
• Ideal candidates will have supported and constructed large facilities, preferably in advanced manufacturing environments
• Strong technical leadership with excellent organizational and verbal skills
• Knowledge of and comfort with Microsoft Office Suite software including Access, Excel, Word, PowerPoint
• Ability and proficiency in collecting, analyzing, and presenting technical information to non-technical audiences
• Able to manage multiple concurrent tasks in a fast-paced environment, effectively prioritize work, and deliver quality results
• Self-starter who works well independently and an outstanding ability to follow up with minimal direction by seeking answers and a focus on team success
• Able to make appropriate decisions when confronted with obstacles, think about them before acting, and consistently resolve issues in creative and effective ways
• A strong work ethic with a “get the job done” approach and consistently delivers excellent customer service, both internally and externally
• Intuitive, adaptable, creative, and collaborative with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Collaborative nature with strong team building skills and willing to learn from and accept guidance from others
• 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

• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification (or ability to obtain within a reasonable timeframe)
• SolidWorks or AutoCAD Certification
• OSHA 30-Hour General Industry Certification
• 4+ years of relevant electrical engineering experience, preferably supporting or constructing large-scale facilities, ideally in advanced manufacturing environments
• Experience managing multi-discipline projects
• Able to respond quickly to potentially critical situations, perform rapid, accurate assessments, identify causes of failures, determine appropriate corrective actions, and implement these corrections promptly to mitigate the effects of system upsets
• Proficient with PC hardware and windows-based applications

Responsibilities

• Produce and independently update electrical drawings including one-line diagrams, cable schedules, panelboard layouts, MCC configurations, grounding plans, and control schematics using AutoCAD, Revit, or similar design tools with minimal oversight
• Perform and document engineering calculations (load flow, voltage drop, short-circuit checks, cable sizing, fault current estimation, lighting layouts) ensuring alignment with NEC, NFPA 70/70E, IEEE, IEC, and client design standards
• Develop portions of electrical design packages including specifications, equipment data sheets, construction details, and scope documents for EPC deliverables
• Participate in design reviews, resolve drawing conflicts, incorporate redlines, and verify field construction by comparing design intent to real-world installation constraints
• Lead planning, design, installation, modification, and commissioning of power distribution systems for new construction, upgrades, and renovations
• Maintain and update accurate as-built electrical documentation following commissioning and project turnover
• Provide technical troubleshooting for power distribution equipment, control systems, VFDs, instrumentation wiring, and production electrical loads to maintain uptime and reliability
• Support commissioning activities by performing equipment function checks, breaker testing, torque verifications, and assisting with energization planning and safety protocols
• Prepare engineering documentation for RFIs, change notices, design modifications, and technical justifications supporting EPC project execution
• Provide engineering consulting, feasibility studies, and installation packages for hook-up, relocation, or demolition of power systems
• Support engineering efforts related to medium-voltage distribution (5kV–35kV), low-voltage systems, lighting design, grounding/bonding, and emergency/backup power systems
• Maintain as-built drawings, review electrical specifications, and analyze system usage through monitoring software
• Analyze system performance data, identify reliability risks, and recommend preventive maintenance strategies for electrical equipment (switchgear, transformers, UPS, MCCs)
• Assist with root-cause analysis of equipment failures, power-quality disturbances, or operational disruptions, providing engineering recommendations for corrective actions
• Develop or refine electrical O&M procedures, LOTO workflows, inspection templates, and safety documentation aligned with NFPA 70E and site policies
• Perform technical evaluations using SKM, ETAP, or EasyPower for arc-flash analysis, breaker coordination reviews, and short-circuit studies
• Interpret codes, standards, and engineering specifications to ensure electrical system designs and installations remain compliant and optimized for performance
• Serve as system owner of electrical operations, including load balancing, arc-flash studies, and power-quality analysis
• Foster best practices by collaborating across engineering disciplines and Panasonic sites
• Support mentoring of Level I engineers and promote knowledge sharing
• Develop project plans, budgets, and schedules while coordinating contractors, consultants, and regulatory compliance
• Review vendor submittals, evaluate technical compliance, and provide engineering recommendations to procurement and construction teams
• Collaborate proactively with mechanical, controls/automation, safety, commissioning, and construction teams to resolve interdisciplinary issues and maintain EPC project alignment
• Develop relationships and communicate with engineers across disciplines and at other Panasonic sites to foster best-practice sharing and alignment
• Ensure engineering calculations and designs comply with NEC, NFPA 70/70E, IEEE, IEC, and client standards
• Support commissioning activities involving safety protocols and verification steps (breaker testing, torque checks, energization planning)
• Ensure O&M procedures, LOTO workflows, and safety documentation comply with NFPA 70E and site EHS policies
• Validate electrical installations through field reviews to ensure alignment with design intent, safety codes, and quality requirements

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: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees