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About The Position

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or a closely related engineering or technical field.
• Strong foundational understanding of engineering principles and ability to apply them to manufacturing automation challenges under guidance.
• Hands-on exposure to supporting programming, installation, and troubleshooting of manufacturing image vision systems such as Keyence or Cognex.
• Hands-on exposure to supporting programming, installation, and troubleshooting of ladder-logic-based PLC systems, including Mitsubishi, Omron, Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or similar platforms.
• Background working in, or academic exposure to, a high-volume manufacturing environment with automated equipment.
• Foundational understanding of electrical hardware, electrical drawings, sequence control, and software design concepts.
• Ability to work effectively with related departments and cross-functional teams, including coordination with overseas stakeholders, using established communication processes.
• Ability to apply first-principles thinking with supervision and guidance to support troubleshooting and issue resolution.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint for documentation, data review, and reporting.
• Working-level knowledge of English, including reading, writing, and speaking.
• Alignment with Panasonic’s seven core principles: contribution to society, fairness and honesty, cooperation and team spirit, untiring effort for improvement, courtesy and humility, adaptability, and gratitude.
• Must perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Must have valid authorization to work in the U.S. without restriction.
• Pre-employment drug testing is required.

Nice To Haves

• Coursework, academic projects, or capstone design work related to PLCs, industrial automation, robotics, or manufacturing controls.
• Internship or co-op experience in a manufacturing, industrial, or automation-focused environment.
• Introductory training or certifications related to industrial controls, PLC platforms, automation systems, or electrical safety, such as vendor-based training or OSHA fundamentals.
• At least two years of engineering experience gained through internships, co-ops, or entry-level roles in manufacturing or industrial environments.
• Exposure to high-volume battery manufacturing or related industries such as electronics, automotive, or energy storage.
• Familiarity with industrial electrical wiring and cabling practices, including conductor sizing, terminations, and load or temperature considerations.
• Basic knowledge of industrial machinery design standards and codes, including NFPA 70 (National Electrical Code), NFPA 79 (Electrical Standard for Industrial Machinery), and related UL standards.
• Awareness of electrical requirements for hazardous locations, such as Class I, Division 2 environments.
• Exposure to 480 V control panels and industrial power distribution systems.
• Familiarity with control wiring design concepts and documentation practices.
• Exposure to energy usage monitoring, efficiency, or optimization concepts in a manufacturing setting.
• General awareness of applicable U.S. environmental regulations and UL requirements relevant to industrial equipment.

Responsibilities

• Apply basic controls engineering principles and standard procedures to support automation activities in battery manufacturing.
• Assist with programming, installation, and troubleshooting of Keyence vision systems.
• Support programming, installation, and troubleshooting of PLC systems, including Mitsubishi and Omron platforms, under guidance.
• Analyze product and equipment specifications to support design solutions compatible with existing facilities and manufacturing methods.
• Complete clearly defined controls engineering tasks as part of larger projects under close supervision.
• Use established engineering processes, tools, and templates to support equipment modifications, system improvements, and troubleshooting.
• Gather cost, space, schedule, and technical-constraint data to help evaluate equipment changes or facility modifications.
• Support experimental test programs through planning, data collection, and documentation.
• Learn controls engineering practices through hands-on work, mentorship, and on-the-job training; incorporate guidance and lessons learned into future work.
• Communicate technical information within the engineering team according to established procedures and documentation standards.
• Support coordination with research, manufacturing, and engineering personnel to clarify requirements or resolve routine technical issues.
• Assist in preparing product or system layouts, drawings, and schematics with senior team members.
• Follow applicable safety, quality, and engineering standards during automation design, testing, and troubleshooting.
• Assist with analyzing test data and reports to verify designs meet functional and performance specifications.
• Support evaluation of engineering test results for potential system improvements while following company policies and compliance requirements.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans.
• Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options.
• Voluntary life, accident, critical illness, disability, legal, identity theft, and pet insurance.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company matching contributions and immediate vesting.
• Vacation, holidays, personal days, sick leave, volunteer leave, and parental and caregiver leave.
• Tuition reimbursement for job-related courses after six months of service.
• Lifestyle Spending Account, employee assistance program, virtual health management, chronic condition support, neurodiversity resources, tobacco cessation, substance abuse support, and life-stage and fertility resources.
• Employee recognition and awards platform, with quarterly and annual recognition.
• Opportunity for an annual performance-based bonus.
• On-site cafes, snack and beverage kitchens, vendor visits, and employee events.