Qualified Electrical Technician

Full-time

Panasonic Energy Corporation of North America

Overview
Do you want to join a team that's changing the world? Do you have a strong background as a Qualified Electrical Technician? 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!
Responsibilities
The Qualified Electrical Technician (QET) supports Electrical Engineering activities such as testing, check-out, modification, fabrication, and assembly of miscellaneous electrical systems. The technician performs zero-volt verifications and panel inspections to ensure critical safety functions. This role requires experience in maintaining and troubleshooting electrical systems within a high-volume manufacturing environment. The individual works from schematics, diagrams, written and verbal descriptions, layouts, or defined plans to conduct testing, checkout, and troubleshooting activities.
Essential Duties
Functional Operations:
Perform QET (Qualified Electrical Technician) and electrical preventive maintenance to support 24/7 plant operations
Provide QET support to the plant, including breaker resets, Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO) confirmation, Zero Vault Verification (ZVV) checks—which include LOTO—and planned system or line shutdown support
Perform regularly scheduled electrical system maintenance
Operate and maintain tools and equipment in assigned areas
Capable of working all scheduled shifts
Performance Optimization & Continuous Improvement
Identify and correct grounding and bonding issues, improve cable management and routing, and ensure all electrical connections and terminations are secure and properly tightened
Clean and maintain control panels and junction boxes, and verify that positive-pressure clean, dry air systems are installed in enclosures
Training & Team Support
Provide support to the plant with expertise in high-power troubleshooting and modifications, grounding and bonding work, and conduit installation and routing
Assist with cable and wire pulls to ensure proper electrical system installation and maintenance
Ability to train others at same or lower level
Cross-Functional Collaboration & Communication
Support implementation of industry-standard compliant processes and procedures
Collaborate with Operations, Maintenance, and Engineering teams during planned system/line shutdowns and troubleshooting activities to ensure minimal disruption to production
Quality, Safety, & Compliance
Ensure all electrical work complies with plant safety standards, QET requirements, and company policies, including proper LOTO, ZVV, and grounding/bonding practices
Follow all safety regulations, standard operating procedures, and 6S workplace organization standards to maintain a clean, safe, and well-organized work area
Support audits and inspections by ensuring documentation accuracy, tool readiness, and procedural compliance
Supervisory Responsibilities
None
Travel Requirement
None
Required
Education, Certifications, and Licenses:
High school diploma, GED, or 2 years of prior experience in functional area
Preferred
Associate or Bachelor’s degree in a technical field (e.g., Industrial Maintenance, Mechatronics, Electrical Technology)
Journeyman Electrician License or equivalent certification
Lean Six Sigma Black Belt
PECNA approved Technical Training
Safety Trained Supervisor (STS) Certification
Essential Qualifications
5+ years of electrical technician experience performing maintenance and electrical troubleshooting in a manufacturing or industrial environment
Experience maintaining and troubleshooting electrical and electromechanical control systems up to 480 VAC
Strong understanding of electrical hardware, schematics, wiring diagrams, and SOPs
Proven ability to troubleshoot and maintain industrial control systems and related mechanical, electrical, and electromechanical components
Knowledge of industrial machinery design and safety regulations, including NEC and NFPA 70E (must pass NFPA 70E exam and obtain CEST certification)
Ability to work 12-hour day or night shifts in support of 24/7 battery manufacturing operations (QET and Electrical PM support)
Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across departments, including overseas teams
Strong documentation skills
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)
Preferred Qualifications
10+ years of electrical technician experience performing maintenance and electrical troubleshooting
Familiarity with wiring, cabling, grounding, shielding, terminations, and load/temperature requirements
Knowledge of ISA (International Society of Automation) standards and symbology
Experience working in hazardous locations (e.g., Class I, Division 2)
Experience with 480 VAC panel installation
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Requirements
To ensure health and safety in the workplace and for employee protection, wearing PPE is required and includes equipment such as a full Tyvek suit, safety shoes, gloves, safety glasses, face mask, and a full hazmat suit that includes a respirator. A respirator fit test will be required based on functional area.
Physical Demands
Physical Activities: Percentage of time (equaling 100%) during the normal workday the employee is required to:
Sit: 10%
Walk: 45%
Stand: 45%
Required Lifting and Carrying: Rare (<1%), Occasional (1-33%), Frequent (34-66%), Continuous (67-100%)
For This Position, The Required Frequency Is
Up to 10 lbs.: Occasional
Up to 20 lbs.: Occasional
Up to 35 lbs.: Occasional
Team-lift only (over 35 lbs.): Occasional
The foregoing description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or work conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job. In addition, employees are expected to participate in cross-training and may be assigned responsibilities in other areas as business needs evolve.
Who We Are
Meet Panasonic Energy! At Panasonic Energy, you'll do work that matters as we are dedicated to transforming the world through the acceleration of sustainable energy. By producing safe, high-quality lithium-ion batteries, you become part of a team that plays a crucial role in creating technologies that move us.
This is an exciting time to join us as we expand our operations to De Soto, Kansas and build the world's largest lithium-ion battery factory. We will provide you with the opportunity to experience career growth in more ways than one.
As an innovative thinker, you'll thrive here, as we continually push the boundaries of lithium-ion battery technology and production capabilities to enhance efficiency and performance in EVs.
Being part of Panasonic Energy means positively contributing to society, aligning with our commitment to building a better world through sustainable energy solutions.
We care about what you care about, fostering an environment where your contributions make a meaningful impact on the future of energy and transportation. Join us and be part of a team that values your work, encourages innovation, and actively contributes to a positive societal impact.
In addition to an environment that is as innovative as our products, we offer competitive salaries and benefits.
We Take Opportunity Seriously
At Panasonic Energy, we are committed to a workplace that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. Fairness and Honesty have been part of our core values for more than 100 years and we are proud of our diverse culture as an equal opportunity employer.
We understand that your career search may look different than others and embrace the professional, personal, educational, and volunteer opportunities through which people gain experience. If you are actively looking or starting to explore new opportunities, submit your application!
Where You'll Be
For our onsite roles, Panasonic Energy is committed to fostering an ideal working environment that goes beyond the conventional. We understand the significance of moments that matter in your onsite experience, and we prioritize creating a workspace that not only promotes productivity but also ensures a fulfilling and positive work atmosphere. Join us at Panasonic Energy, where your onsite presence is valued, and we strive to make each moment count on your professional journey.
Benefits & Perks - What's In It For You
Panasonic Energy prioritizes total well-being and offers comprehensive benefits options to support physical, emotional, financial, social, and environmental health:
Highly inclusive and class-leading healthcare options to include family planning, mental health, and pet insurance
Employee assistance programs that support total well-being with complimentary session offered each and every month
Company-matched and fully vested 401K retirement program that starts immediately from date of enrollment
Annual bonus program, High5 employee recognition and awards platform, quarterly and annual employee recognition
Simplified access to self-guided and representative-supported short and long-term financial wellness and retirement planning
Educational Assistance & Reimbursement Program
Inclusion programs and associated employee resource groups that promote representation and belonging
Leadership, career, and mentorship development programs opportunities at all levels across the organization
Collaborative and motivating culture that is rooted in continuous personal and professional growth and much more.
Supplemental Information
Pre-employment drug testing is required.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, 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.
Due to the high volume of responses, we will only be able to respond to candidates of interest. All candidates must have valid authorization to work in the U.S. without restriction.
Thank you for your interest in Panasonic Energy Corporation of North America.
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