Systems Engineer I
About The Position
Do you want to join a team that's changing the world? Do you have a strong background as a Systems Engineer I? 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! 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. The Systems Engineer I is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining complex systems and infrastructure. Additionally, this role involves the design, configuring, testing, deployment, and documentation of various systems supporting an industry-leading battery manufacturing facility. This position requires a strong technical background, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. The Systems Engineer I will work closely with cross-functional teams to design and implement systems that drive our production and operational goals.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Software Engineering, and/or 4 years of equivalent related work experience
- 0-2 years of experience in systems engineering or a related field, preferably within a manufacturing environment
- Technical proficiency with operating systems (Windows, Linux, UNIX); computer hardware and software; storage Arrays and/or SANs; datacenter hardware; and monitoring platforms
- Experience with core infrastructure technologies, including virtualization (VMware, Hyper-V) and networking protocols/infrastructure (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP)
- Familiarity with cloud and automation tools, including AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, and scripting languages (Python, Bash, PowerShell)
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities, with the ability to influence others toward a common goal
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment, including teamwork across functional groups, managing multiple tasks, and delivering high-quality results
- Excellent oral and written communication skills required, ability to describe technical theory to technical and non-technical audience
- 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)
Nice To Haves
- Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Systems Engineering, or a related technical field
- Relevant industry certifications, such as CompTIA Network+, Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect, or equivalent
- Experience with DevOps practices and tools (CI/CD, Jenkins, Docker)
- Familiarity with database management systems (SQL, NoSQL)
- Experience working in an Agile environment
- Able to work independently and collaboratively with cross-functional teams
- Resilient and able to work well under pressure
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and implement complex systems and infrastructure solutions, ensuring they are efficient, reliable, and scalable
- Conduct feasibility studies and cost-benefit analyses for proposed systems
- Integrate various hardware and software components, ensuring seamless communication and functionality across the manufacturing floor
- Monitor and maintain system performance, ensuring high availability and reliability
- Troubleshoot and resolve hardware, software, and network issues
- Perform regular system updates, patches, and backups
- Create and maintain detailed documentation for systems, processes, and configurations, ensuring clarity and accessibility for team members
- Documents configuration changes with associated test cases and performs functional validation
- Works with vendors to define optimal system configurations and hardware/networking requirements
- Applies technical knowledge to develop clear and standard work instructions
- Stay updated with the latest advancements in systems engineering and manufacturing technologies, continuously seeking opportunities to improve systems and processes
- Work closely with production, engineering, IT, and quality assurance teams to understand their needs and deliver effective systems solutions
- Collaborate with stakeholders, including business analysts and end-users, to gather and analyze business requirements. Translate these requirements into systems requirement
- Implement security measures and best practices to protect sensitive data and ensure system security compliance
- Ensure all systems comply with industry standards, regulations, and safety requirements, contributing to a safe and compliant manufacturing environment
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
