Facilities Process Engineering Manager

Hussmann International, Inc • De Soto, KS

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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.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Chemical or Process Engineering or related.
• 8+ years of experience in engineering and/or production in manufacturing.
• 5+ years of leadership experience.
• 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.
• Strong work ethic with a 'get the job done' approach and consistently delivers excellent customer service.
• Collaborative nature with strong team building skills.
• Flexibility, which is critical for a high-performance environment.
• Must have working-level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing, and speaking English.

Nice To Haves

• Experience managing multi-discipline projects.
• Experience with distillation, water & wastewater treatment systems.
• Demonstrated experience with energy conservation programs.
• Demonstrated comfort in multi-national environments.
• Licensed Professional Engineer.

Responsibilities

• Lead all phases of process system projects including design, construction, renovation, and commissioning while ensuring compliance with EPA, OSHA, NFPA, and other codes.
• Prepare project plans, budgets, and schedules; review technical submittals and manage contractors/consultants to deliver on engineering objectives.
• Coordinate facility projects, system upgrades, and equipment relocations with cross-functional teams, ensuring minimal disruption to production schedules.
• Conduct feasibility studies, preliminary assessments, and regulatory compliance checks while securing permits and liaising with authorities.
• Serve as system owner, monitoring performance, improving reliability, and supporting process engineering during operation.
• Identify improvements and support projects to implement these.
• Develop SOPs, troubleshoot facility systems using SCADA/HMIs, and implement corrective actions to improve system performance.
• Review designs, forecasts, and materials planning while maintaining facility documentation and cost controls.
• Supervise and develop the facilities process engineering team, ensuring compliance with ASME and other applicable standards.
• Build relationships with suppliers and engineers across sites to drive performance, audits, and best practice sharing.

Benefits

• Highly inclusive and class-leading healthcare options to include family planning, mental health, and pet insurance.
• Employee assistance programs that support total well-being with complimentary session offered each and every month.
• Company-matched and fully vested 401K retirement program that starts immediately from date of enrollment.
• Annual bonus program, High5 employee recognition and awards platform, quarterly and annual employee recognition.
• Educational Assistance & Reimbursement Program.
• Leadership, career, and mentorship development programs opportunities at all levels across the organization.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Machinery Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree