SCADA Engineer II

Panasonic • De Soto, KS

6h • 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 SCADA Engineer II designs, develops, and supports enterprise SCADA solutions used to monitor and control industrial manufacturing processes. This role works independently on routine assignments and contributes to moderately complex system design, integration, and troubleshooting efforts.
The Engineer applies growing technical expertise in SCADA platforms, HMI development, PLC integration, and industrial networking to improve system reliability and performance. This position impacts projects within their functional area, manages discrete workstreams or small projects, and collaborates with cross-functional teams to support operational and project objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
• Relevant work experience may be substituted for required education
• 2+ years’ experience in SCADA, industrial automation, or manufacturing, with knowledge of SCADA architecture, HMI development, PLC integration, and control systems
• Familiarity with SCADA platforms (Ignition, FactoryTalk, WinCC), industrial protocols (OPC UA, Modbus, Ethernet/IP), and SQL databases
• Proficient in scripting/programming (Python, Java) with ability to troubleshoot moderately complex issues independently
• Able to manage tasks or small projects, prioritize effectively, and support system improvements
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills; detail-oriented with Microsoft Office proficiency
• Must have working-level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing, and speaking English
• 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)
• Pre-employment drug testing is required.
• Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
• All qualified individuals are required to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
• All candidates must have valid authorization to work in the U.S. without restriction.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
• Industry certifications related to SCADA or automation (e.g., Inductive Automation Ignition Certification, ISA CAP)
• 4+ years of experience in SCADA, industrial automation, or related engineering roles
• Experience in high-volume manufacturing or industrial environments such as battery, automotive, electronics, or energy sectors
• Experience leading small projects or SCADA workstreams
• Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git) and DevOps or deployment practices
• Experience with system architecture design or enterprise SCADA implementations
• Knowledge of cybersecurity principles related to industrial control systems

Responsibilities

• Apply engineering principles to design, configure, and support SCADA and HMI systems for process monitoring and control
• Develop and modify SCADA/HMI applications to support production operations and improve usability
• Integrate PLCs, IIoT devices, and other control systems with SCADA platforms with minimal supervision
• Execute installation, configuration, and commissioning of SCADA system components
• Perform database development and management tasks, including tag structure design, data validation, and system organization
• Troubleshoot moderately complex SCADA, communication, and integration issues and implement effective solutions
• Manage discrete workstreams or small SCADA-related projects, including task planning, execution, and status tracking
• Analyze system performance and identify opportunities to improve reliability, efficiency, and scalability
• Solve moderately complex technical problems with limited guidance
• Recommend enhancements to SCADA design standards, architectures, and development practices
• Support system testing, validation, and debugging to ensure high system performance and availability
• Contribute to the development and refinement of engineering documentation, standards, and best practices
• Share technical knowledge, lessons learned, and best practices with peers
• Provide guidance and informal mentorship to SCADA Engineer I team members
• Participate in training initiatives to expand technical capabilities and domain knowledge
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including controls engineers, IT, operations, and maintenance
• Communicate technical information clearly to stakeholders and team members
• Gather and interpret system requirements to support SCADA solution design and enhancements
• Use sound judgment to make decisions on moderately complex technical issues
• Apply established processes and standards to ensure compliance with company, safety, and industry requirements
• Support system validation, testing, and change management processes to ensure reliability and traceability
• Promote system reliability, operational safety, and data integrity through adherence to best practices
• Participate in audits, reviews, and continuous improvement efforts related to SCADA systems

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level