Panasonic Energy Corporation of North America · 1 month ago
Facilities Process Engineering Manager
De Soto, KS
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expPanasonic Energy is expanding to De Soto, Kansas, where they are building the world’s largest lithium-ion battery factory. The Facilities Process Engineering Manager will lead the lifecycle of process system projects, ensuring reliable operations and supporting production through effective project management and team leadership.
Information Technology & Services
No H1B
Responsibilities
Lead all phases of process system projects including design, construction, renovation, and commissioning while ensuring compliance with EPA, OSHA, NFPA, and other codes
Prepare project plans, budgets, and schedules; review technical submittals and manage contractors/consultants to deliver on engineering objectives
Coordinate facility projects, system upgrades, and equipment relocations with cross-functional teams, ensuring minimal disruption to production schedules
Conduct feasibility studies, preliminary assessments, and regulatory compliance checks while securing permits and liaising with authorities
Serve as system owner, monitoring performance, improving reliability, and supporting process engineering during operation Identify improvements and support projects to implement these
Develop SOPs, troubleshoot facility systems using SCADA/HMIs, and implement corrective actions to improve system performance
Review designs, forecasts, and materials planning while maintaining facility documentation and cost controls
Supervise and develop the facilities process engineering team, ensuring compliance with ASME and other applicable standards
Build relationships with suppliers and engineers across sites to drive performance, audits, and best practice sharing
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Chemical or Process Engineering or related
Skills and experience necessary to satisfy the required 'Essential Duties'
8+ years of experience in engineering and/or production in manufacturing
Excited in leading the people, managing process, equipment, material and utilities
5+ years of leadership experience
Ability and proficiency in collecting, analyzing, and presenting technical information to non-technical audiences
Able to manage multiple concurrent tasks in a fast-paced environment, effectively prioritize work, and deliver quality results
Able to make appropriate decisions when confronted with obstacles, think about them before acting, and consistently resolve issues in creative and effective ways
A strong work ethic with a 'get the job done' approach and consistently delivers excellent customer service, both internally and externally
Collaborative nature with strong team building skills and willing to learn from and accept guidance from others
Flexibility, which is critical for a high-performance environment
Must have working-level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing, and speaking English
Preferred
Ideal candidates will have supported large facilities, preferably in advanced manufacturing environments
Able to respond quickly to potentially critical situations, perform rapid, accurate assessments, identify causes of failures, determine appropriate corrective actions, and implement these corrections promptly to mitigate the effects of system upsets
Resilient, self-motivated and able to work well under pressure
Experience managing multi-discipline projects
Experience with distillation, water & wastewater treatment systems
Superb written and spoken communication, including executive-level presentations - but genuine above all. This role is a critical leadership role, with communications affecting a large organization
Demonstrated experience with energy conservation programs
Demonstrated comfort in multi-national environments
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)
Licensed Professional Engineer
Benefits
Health Benefits - Offering medical, dental, vision, prescription plans, plus Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options.
Voluntary Benefits - Life, accident, critical illness, disability, legal, identity theft, and pet insurance.
Panasonic Retirement Savings & Investment Plan (PRSIP) - 401(k) plan with company matching contributions and immediate vesting.
Paid Time-Off Benefits - Vacation, holidays, personal days, sick leave, volunteer, and parental & caregiver leave.
Educational Assistance - Tuition reimbursement for job-related courses after six months of service.
Health Management and Wellbeing Programs -Lifestyle Spending Account, EAP, virtual health management, chronic condition, neurodiversity, tobacco cessation, substance abuse support, and life stage and fertility resources. Available to eligible employees starting the first day of the month following your start date. Eligibility for each benefit may vary based on employment status, location, and length of service.
Employee Recognition Program - High5 employee recognition and awards platform, quarterly and annual employee recognition
Annual Bonus Program - Opportunity for an annual performance-based bonus.
On-site Food Options: Several on-site cafes, plentiful snack and beverage kitchens, revolving on-site vendor visits and employee events
Company
Panasonic Energy Corporation of North America
Panasonic Energy Corporation of North America (PECNA) is a large-scale, advanced battery manufacturer, operating in Sparks, Nevada and De Soto, Kansas, known for its quality of life and expansive outdoor adventures.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Justin Herman
VP & Chief Information Officer
Brooke Langhans
HPC Partner
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