Mechanical Engineer II

Panasonic•Sparks, NV

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Do you want to join a team that's changing the world? Do you have a strong background as a Mechanical Engineer II? Then we're looking for you! 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. This role involves being a part of Panasonic’s assembly production process, specifically focusing on the winding and cell assembly process for manufacturing cylindrical batteries. The position requires analyzing and optimizing production processes for performance, safety, and quality, as well as improving the design of process machinery and applying engineering theory to real-world applications. The Mechanical Engineer II will monitor and audit manufacturing processes, participate in product transitions from concept to implementation, and apply technical knowledge to innovate, design, and develop processes and SOPs. Implementation and support of manufacturing industrial automation are also key responsibilities, working collaboratively within a team to develop, validate, and improve processes.

Requirements

B.S. in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Electrical Engineering or equivalent, or the equivalent in experience and evidence of exceptional ability.
2+ years of experience in engineering, manufacturing, machine design, and/or industrial automation.
Strong design and drafting skills in 3D CAD, preferably Solidworks and simulation software.
Must possess engineering skills (process development/improvement, troubleshooting, data analysis, etc.)
Strong teamwork skills at all levels of an organization, especially skilled at working with direct labor to understand challenges and work on developing optimal solutions using structured methods.
Good understanding of BOMs, manufacturability, process design, process validation, assembly methods, quality control, design reviews and cost reduction methodologies.
Experience breaking down high-level (e.g. device level) performance issues into addressable action items.
Capable of identifying critical process parameters and applying statistics to process measurement and control.
Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings.
Must have working-level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing and speaking English.

Nice To Haves

Japanese language preferred.
Experience with design and simulation of; precision machining, precision sheetmetal, thermoplastics, and large assemblies.
Product Lifecycle Management (PLM)/Product Data Management (PDM)/Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) experience.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Access, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel and Word and have the ability to use the computer to complete online learning requirements for specific competencies, access online forms and policies, complete online benefits enrollment, etc.
Preferred experience with industrial data analysis or MES system

Responsibilities

Being a part of Panasonic’s assembly production process. The assembly group is responsible for the winding and cell assembly process that manufactures our cylindrical batteries from the electrode and other constituent parts.
Analyzing and optimizing production processes to maximize performance, safety, and quality.
Improving design of process machinery.
Applying theory to real world applications.
Monitoring and auditing manufacturing processes to ensure product specifications and standards are achieved.
Participating in the transition of a product from concept to complete implementation.
Applying technical knowledge to innovate, design and develop processes and SOPs.
Implementing and supporting manufacturing industrial automation.
Working as one member of a specific team to develop, validate, and improve processes.

Benefits

Offering medical, dental, vision, prescription plans, plus Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options.
Life, accident, critical illness, disability, legal, identity theft, and pet insurance.
401(k) plan with company matching contributions and immediate vesting.
Vacation, holidays, personal days, sick leave, volunteer, and parental & caregiver leave.
Tuition reimbursement for job-related courses after six months of service.
Lifestyle Spending Account, EAP, virtual health management, chronic condition, neurodiversity, tobacco cessation, substance abuse support, and life stage and fertility resources.
High5 employee recognition and awards platform, quarterly and annual employee recognition
Opportunity for an annual performance-based bonus.
Several on-site cafes, plentiful snack and beverage kitchens, revolving on-site vendor visits and employee events
Free Shuttle: Rides to and from work!