Project Engineer

Panasonic•Sparks, NV

46d•Onsite

About The Position

Panasonic Energy Corporation of North America (PECNA) is collaborating with Tesla Motors, Inc. in a large-scale advanced battery manufacturing facility known as the Gigafactory near Reno, Nevada. Panasonic manufactures and supplies cylindrical lithium-ion cells for Tesla Motors, Inc. The Gigafactory plans to produce cells which will double the world’s current production based on battery demand from Tesla. Our mission at PECNA is to make the vision of affordable Electric Vehicles a reality by production of the world’s safest, highest-quality, and lowest-cost batteries. This position offers an opportunity to expand skills and experience in critical infrastructure and fast-paced facilities operations. The ideal candidate is an experienced hands-on project engineer who understands the importance of safely finishing a project on time and under budget while utilizing and contributing expertise to the successful completion of the project.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, industrial facility management, or related field (or equivalent work experience).
Hands-on experience (design, setup, and operation) with oil heaters, hot oil skids, heat exchangers, or heat fluid transfer system in the industrial setting.
Strong analytical and project management skills.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office and CAD.
Ability to follow safety requirements and procedure provided by the company and its agents.

Nice To Haves

Being open to accept challenges and try to overcome them – either individually or collectively.
Focus to achieve the organization’s goals while developing individual skills and gaining knowledge.
Ability to collaborate with others for building successful projects.

Responsibilities

Support the setup and operation of heat transfer system in the battery manufacturing facility – specially related to: Oil heaters, Hot oil skids, Heat exchangers, Heat fluid transfer system.
Communicate project scope, design, and deliverable requirements to contractors, project managers, engineers, inspectors, and other involved parties.
Coordinate closely with all parties mentioned above regarding any changes in scope, design, or construction method.
Track and report on project progress, deliverables, delays, impacts, or improvements.
Perform daily walks in field.
Attend meetings, take detailed notes, and report to all interested parties.
Distinguish and identify concerns/issues, then attain solutions.
Liaise with contractors, project managers, engineers, inspectors, and other involved parties.
Budget employees, direct and indirect, and manage other resources.
Work under the direct command and management of a facility construction supervisor.
Support other engineers and agents in the team and contractors involved in the project.