Facilities Mechanical Engineer I (Lithium-Ion Batteries)

Location: Onsite in De Soto, Kansas, United States

Company

Panasonic Energy produces lithium-ion batteries for electric vehicles and is expanding a large-scale battery manufacturing facility in Kansas.

What you will do

• Support the operation, maintenance, and performance of HVAC, plumbing, exhaust, process water, compressed air, and related mechanical facility systems.
• Monitor and troubleshoot equipment including chillers, cooling towers, pumps, boilers, air handlers, dehumidification units, dust collectors, VAV units, PLC controls, and SCADA interfaces.
• Conduct system assessments, operational rounds, testing, and technical data analysis.
• Identify improvements to maintenance practices, reliability, and operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with Operations & Maintenance, Production, and Engineering teams to resolve utility performance issues and update procedures and documentation.
• Support safety compliance, audits, inspections, maintenance records, and emergency response activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or a related engineering field.
• Foundational knowledge of engineering principles and experience collecting and analyzing technical information.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Strong organizational, verbal communication, prioritization, and collaboration skills.
• Working-level English proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking is required.
• Valid authorization to work in the United States without restriction is required.

Nice to have

• Two or more years of engineering experience through internships, co-ops, or entry-level manufacturing roles.
• Experience as an engineering intern at a design firm or manufacturing facility.
• Familiarity with commercial facility mechanical equipment and systems.

Culture & Benefits

• Onsite work environment supporting lithium-ion battery technology and sustainable energy production.
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription, HSA, and FSA options.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching and immediate vesting.
• Paid vacation, holidays, personal days, sick leave, volunteer leave, and parental and caregiver leave.
• Tuition reimbursement for job-related courses after six months of service.
• Pre-employment drug testing is required; PPE and respirator fit testing may be required based on the functional area.