Scada Engineer Iii

Panasonic Energy

  • Reno, NV
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 day ago
Job DescriptionDo you want to join a team that's changing the world? Do you have a strong background as a SCADA Engineer III? 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 Panasonic Energy team today!Job Summary:The SCADA Engineer III is responsible for the development, implementation, and management of the SCADA system at Panasonic's Gigafactory. Additionally, the Engineer documents system infrastructure and methods to ensure workflows are established and managed. Furthermore, the Engineer helps with improving the SCADA system to ensure business performance is reached at its highest level.Essential Duties:
  • Works with levels I & II to develop, implement, and manage Panasonic's SCADA system within the Gigafactory
  • Works with Sr. Engineers to develop project architecture and planning.
  • Able to manage other engineers and delegate tasks as technical project lead.
  • Design new and improve existing Ignition HMI screens in Vision and Perspective
  • Create and maintain Ignition tags
  • Database programming and design
  • Design control panel layouts and wiring diagrams
  • Generate SCADA documentation including specifications, architecture, and SOPs
  • Support SCADA system customers and stakeholders
  • Thorough and complete testing and validation of SCADA network deployments and installations
  • 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.QualificationsEducation:
  • Basic/Required: Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
Essential Qualifications:
  • Minimum of 3+ years of experience with SCADA design, programming, and commissioning in Ignition
  • Good understanding of tags, alarm pipelines, gateway servers, edge line servers, transaction groups, recipe management, UDTs, Ignition templates and historizing data
  • Python scripting
  • Networking principals as they apply to SCADA
  • Good understanding of ladder logic
  • Good knowledge of Modbus, Ethercat, Ethernet IP, Profinet, MQTT, OPC UA and SQL
  • Background working in a high-volume manufacturing environment
  • Good understanding of electrical hardware, drawings, sequence control and software design
  • 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:
  • Experience with Agile Project Management
  • Successful completion of Inductive University
  • Solid 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)
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:
  • 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
  • To help make the move to Reno, NV easier, we offer relocation assistance within the U.S. for qualified candidates. We understand that relocating is a big step, and we're here to support you through the transition.
Additionally, for candidates already based in the U.S., we can provide employment sponsorship to help ensure a smooth onboarding and long-term success in the role.
  • This role offers a hybrid work flexibility, allowing employees to work from home a few days each week. We know how important work-life balance is, and this flexibility is designed to make life easier while still staying connected to our teams and operations.
Please note: candidates must reside in the Reno area to be eligible for hybrid work arrangements.
  • 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
  • Several on-site cafes, plentiful snack and beverage kitchens, revolving on-site vendor visits and employee events
  • Collaborative and motivating culture routed in continuous personal and professional growth and much more.
  • 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 .

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