Project Engineer, Mechanical Engineer

Overview

Do you want to join a team that's changing the world? Do you have a strong background as a Project Engineer? 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!

Panasonic Energy Corporation of North America (PECNA) is collaborating with Tesla Motors, Inc. in a large-scale advanced battery manufacturing facility known as the Gigafactory near Reno, Nevada which is known for its quality of life and expansive outdoor adventures. Panasonic manufactures and supplies cylindrical lithium-ion cells for the world’s leading electric vehicle manufacturer, Tesla Motors, Inc. Based on the battery demand from Tesla, the Gigafactory plans to produce cells which will double the world’s current production.

Our mission at PECNA is to make the vision of affordable Electric Vehicles a reality by production of the world’s safest, highest-quality, and lowest-cost batteries. Through this effort we will create a clean energy society and our products will change society’s use of and perceptions of electric power.

This position offers you an opportunity to expand your skills and experience in the critical infrastructure and fast-paced facilities operations. Our ideal candidate is an experienced hands-on project engineer who understands the importance of safely finishing a project on time and under budget while utilizing and contributing his/her expertise the successful completion of the project.

Responsibilities Include:

• Support the setup and operation of heat transfer system in the battery manufacturing facility – specially related to:
  • Oil heaters
  • Hot oil skids
  • Heat exchangers
  • Heat fluid transfer system
• Communicate project scope, design, and deliverable requirements to contractors, project managers, engineers, inspectors, and other involved parties.
• Coordinate closely with all parties mentioned above regarding any changes in scope, design, or construction method.
• Track and report on project progress, deliverables, delays, impacts, or improvements.
• Perform daily walks in field.
• Attend meetings, take detailed notes, and report to all interested parties.
• Distinguish and identify concerns/issues, then attain solutions.
• Liaise with contractors, project managers, engineers, inspectors, and other involved parties.
• Budget employees, direct and indirect, and manage other resources.
• Work under the direct command and management of a facility construction supervisor.
• Support other engineers and agents in the team and contractors involved in the project.

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.

Requirements - Required and/or Preferred

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, industrial facility management, or related field (or equivalent work experience).
• Hands-on experience (design, setup, and operation) with oil heaters, hot oil skids, heat exchangers, or heat fluid transfer system in the industrial setting.
• Strong analytical and project management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office and CAD.

Desired

Qualifications:

• Being open to accept challenges and try to overcome them – either individually or collectively.
• Focus to achieve the organization’s goals while developing individual skills and gaining knowledge.
• Ability to collaborate with others for building successful projects.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to walk or maneuver approximately 3 miles per day in the factory (no…