SCADA Engineer I

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 SCADA 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!
Responsibilities
SCADA Engineer I
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Job Summary
The SCADA Engineer I supports the maintenance, configuration, and operation of the SCADA system at Panasonic's Gigafactory. The Engineer assists with system monitoring, troubleshooting, testing, documentation, and routine support activities to help ensure reliable and efficient manufacturing operations. Working under close supervision and guidance from senior team members, the Engineer develops technical knowledge of SCADA technologies, manufacturing processes, and industry best practices while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives and project execution efforts.
Essential Duties
Works with SCADA Engineers II, III, and Senior Engineers to support the development, implementation, and maintenance of Panasonic's SCADA systems within the Gigafactory.
Assists with the development and maintenance of standardized, intuitive SCADA screens for battery manufacturing processes including Mixing, Coating, Press, Slitting, Assembly, Formation, and End-of-Line operations.
Supports project activities by completing assigned tasks and learning established engineering standards, methodologies, and best practices.
Assists in the configuration, testing, and maintenance of SCADA/HMI applications using Ignition SCADA (Vision and Perspective modules).
Supports the integration and testing of Ignition SCADA systems with PLCs, SCADA drivers, and field devices (e.g., Omron, Keyence, Mitsubishi, OPC UA).
Assists in developing and maintaining reusable templates, UDTs, and standardized components under the guidance of senior team members.
Collaborate with Controls, MES, IT, and Process Engineering teams to align system functionality with manufacturing requirements
Supports database-related activities involving SQL Server, PostgreSQL, and Ignition databases for data collection, reporting, and historian functions.
Generate SCADA documentation including specifications, architecture, and SOPs
Support SCADA system customers and stakeholders.
Ensure compliance with IT/OT cybersecurity standards, internal controls, and regulatory requirements
Assists in integrating SCADA applications with third-party systems and equipment, including quality systems, vision systems, lab/QC systems, Palantir Foundry, Event Streaming platforms, REST/MQTT interfaces, and Unified Namespace (UNS) architectures.
Participate in troubleshooting production issues and root cause analysis (RCA) related to SCADA systems.
Participate in cross-functional teams to support SCADA hardware commissioning activities across the factory, ensuring successful installation, integration, testing, and startup of manufacturing systems.
Assists with SCADA hardware and software commissioning activities, including installation, integration, testing, and startup support for manufacturing systems.
Executes testing and validation activities for SCADA applications, network deployments, and system installations under the guidance of experienced engineers
Continuously develops technical knowledge of SCADA technologies, manufacturing processes, and Panasonic engineering standards.
Other duties may be assigned
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Requirements
To ensure the health and safety in the workplace and for the protection of our employees, wearing PPE is a possibility and may include equipment such as a full Tyvek suit, safety shoes, gloves, safety glasses, face mask, bump cap, and a full hazmat suit that includes a respirator.
The foregoing description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and 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.
Qualifications
Requirements - Required and/or Preferred
Education
Basic/Required: Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
Essential Qualifications
Minimum of 1+ years of experience with SCADA design, programming, and commissioning in Ignition or related SCADA systems
Good understanding of tags, alarm pipelines, gateway servers, edge line servers, transaction groups, recipe management, UDTs, Ignition templates and historizing data
Basic Experience with Python scripting for SCADA application logic, data processing, automation, and system integration within Ignition SCADA.
Basic Networking principals as they apply to SCADA
Basic understanding of PLC and SCADA integration
Basic knowledge of Modbus, Ethercat, Ethernet IP, Profinet, MQTT, OPC UA, PostgreSQL and SQL
Basic understanding of electrical hardware, drawings, sequence control and software design
Basic knowledge of best manufacturing and programming practices such as ISA standards and compliance
Ability to cooperate and work with related departments including overseas
Flexibility to solve issues with first principles thinking
Strong computer skills with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Must have working-level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing, and speaking English
Preferred Qualifications
Basic understanding of Agile Project Management
Successful completion of Inductive University
Basic experience programming, installing, and troubleshooting PLC systems, preferably Mitsubishi or Omron
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 Certification(s)
Ignition Core
Physical Demands
Physical Activities: (Percentage of time (equaling 100%) during the normal workday the employee is required to)
Sit: 25%
Walk: 30%
Stand: 25%
Lift: 20%
Required Lifting and Carrying: (Required frequency is: Not required (0%), Occasional (1-33%), Frequent (34-66%, Continuous (67-100%)
Up to 10 lbs.: Frequent
Up to 20 lbs.: Frequent
Up to 35 lbs.: Frequent
Team-lift only (over 35 lbs.): Frequent
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:
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
Free Shuttle: Rides to and from work!
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 in your professional journey.
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.
Our journey began in 2017, and now, as the world's largest lithium-ion battery factory, we are expanding operations to De Soto, Kansas, providing 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!
Supplemental Information
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.
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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