Facilities Engineer Intern - PENA Panasonic Energy of North America

Internship Details: 

• Local candidates preferred

• The program will be a fulltime paid summer internship working for Panasonic Energy onsite at the Kansas City Metro Facility   

• The program will be 12 weeks in length, and is planned to occur between Monday, May 19th and Friday, August 8th. This date range is subject to change

• Must be able to attend the entirety of the internship 

Program Requirements: 

• The program will be a fulltime paid summer internship working for Panasonic Energy onsite at the Kansas City Metro Facility   

• Must attend entirety of internship from the indicated start and end date noted above

• Minimum 3.2 GPA

• Must have completed a minimum of 2 years at an accredited university

• Must be actively enrolled in an accredited university at the time of the internship 

Essential Duties: 

• Perform site survey to assess equipment conditions, identify physical location for facility related equipment
• Meet both internal and external customer requirements utilizing the SQCDP principle
• Review and analyze Facilities Daily Operations Log and round sheets
• Generate Facilities Notices (Aconex) for facilities projects
• Assist in supporting facilities maintenance personnel with troubleshooting equipment and/or design failure issues
• Present project status updates in department meetings
• Assist in the design and selection of plant facilities 
• Assist in calculating existing system capacities and utilization for assigned functional area
• Prepare cost estimates and schedules for assigned projects
• Work with onsite customers to align and request funding for assigned projects.
• Monitor and control cost and schedule performance for assigned projects.
• Conduct field walks and meetings to align on project scope and sequence with stakeholders.
• Assist with failure analysis, generate corrective action proposals and recommendations
• Interpret regulatory codes for compliance (local, state, and federal) 

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. 

What You'll Bring:

Education: 

• Completion of at least two years of full-time enrollment in a bachelor’s degree program in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering or equivalent  

Essential Qualifications: 

• Must be currently enrolled as a fulltime student at an accredited four-year college or university

• GPA of 3.2 or higher 

• Basic knowledge of project management processes and tools

• Strong problem-solving skills

• Strong organizational skills

• Excellent interpersonal, teamwork, and collaboration skills

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to write and communicate technical information clearly and concisely

• Fluency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook).

• Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems

• Must have working-level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing, and speaking English 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• GPA of 3.2 or higher

• Hands-on experience through project teams or previous jobs

• A desire to create a sustainable future through energy storage, renewable energy, and electric vehicles 

Physical Demands: 

Physical Activities: (Percentage of time (equaling 100%) during the normal workday the employee is required to) 

• Sit: 40% 

• Walk: 30% 

• Stand: 20% 

• Lift: 10%  

Tools and/or Equipment: (Required frequency is:  Not required (0%), Occasional (1-33%), Frequent (34-66%, Continuous (67-100%) 

• Keyboard/Computer: Continuous 

• Office Equipment: Continuous 

• Phone Continuous 

Required Lifting and Carrying: (Required frequency is:  Not required (0%), Occasional (1-33%), Frequent (34-66%, Continuous (67-100%) 

• Up to 10 lbs.: Occasional 

• Up to 20 lbs.: Occasional 

• Up to 35 lbs.: Occasional 

• Team-lift only (over 35 lbs.): Not Required 

About Us: 

At the heart of this visionary project, Panasonic is committed to manufacturing cutting-edge cylindrical lithium-ion cells that will power the future of electric mobility. These cells will be meticulously crafted to meet the growing demands of the automotive industry, supporting various electric vehicle manufacturers in their quest for eco-friendly transportation solutions. 

This role presents a unique chance to be at the forefront of innovation, working within a forward-thinking organization that is committed to environmental responsibility and the advancement of green technology. Be a part of our mission to power the future and make a difference in the world of electric mobility with Panasonic! 

Supplemental Information: 

Pre-employment drug testing is required. 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.  

Panasonic is an Equal Opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by law.  All qualified individuals are required to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. 

Thank you for your interest in Panasonic Energy of North America.