Facilities Electrical Engineer II

Panasonic•De Soto, KS

About The Position

Overview Do you want to join a team that's changing the world? Do you have a strong background as a Facilities 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! Responsibilities Meet the Recruiter: Anh Martin 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 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

Required: Basic/Required: 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
Expands technical depth; handles moderately complex problems
Manages workstreams or small projects
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
Solves moderately complex problems with limited guidance
Suggests improvements to designs or processes
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
Shares knowledge with peers
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
Communicates with cross-functional partners
Uses sound judgment on moderately complex issues
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