Facilities Electrical Engineer II

Panasonic • De Soto, KS

15h • Onsite

About The Position

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 Facilities Electrical Engineer II oversees the full lifecycle of power distribution systems, including the design, installation, modification, and commissioning of new construction and upgrades. It provides operational leadership by developing maintenance programs, troubleshooting electrical issues, and ensuring compliance with codes and regulations. The position manages contractors, coordinates cross-departmental projects, and delivers engineering consulting services to support production needs. Acting as system owner for electrical operations, it ensures safe, efficient, and reliable facility performance. Works independently on routine assignments and impacts projects within the functional area.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or related engineering field.
• 2+ years of experience in operation/engineering of mission critical facilities and infrastructure (electrical design, installation, commissioning, inspection, fire/life safety systems).
• Skills and experience necessary to satisfy the required “Essential Duties”.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• 4+ years of experience in operation/engineering of mission critical facilities and infrastructure (electrical design, installation, commissioning, inspection, fire/life safety systems).
• 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.
• 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).

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, design, installation, modification, and commissioning of power distribution systems for new construction, upgrades, and renovations
• Serve as system owner for facility electrical operations, including load balancing, arc flash studies, and power quality analysis
• Maintain and manage electrical system documentation, including as-built drawings and design specifications
• Analyze electrical system usage through monitoring and power management software
• Audit power distribution systems and implement corrective actions to improve reliability, safety, and efficiency
• Manage and support energy efficiency and load optimization programs
• Evaluate equipment performance and recommend system upgrades, replacements, or expansions
• Guide and support maintenance and engineering staff through technical leadership and subject-matter expertise
• Develop and oversee operating procedures, troubleshooting guides, and corrective action plans
• Provide 24/7 technical support for facility electrical systems
• Develop project plans, budgets, and schedules while coordinating contractors, consultants, and internal stakeholders
• Provide engineering consulting, feasibility studies, and installation packages for electrical system hook-ups, relocations, and demolitions
• Manage electrical projects from design through safe shutdown and execution, ensuring coordination across departments
• Collaborate across engineering disciplines and Panasonic sites to share best practices and standardize approaches
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards, including NEC, NFPA, and other regulatory requirements
• Manage permits, inspections, and regulatory coordination for electrical projects
• Influence supplier and contractor performance through audits, oversight, and field evaluations
• Ensure all work is executed safely and in compliance with company policies and regulatory 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees