Chief Engineer - Critical Power Solutions

Mitsubishi Electric Power Products; Warrendale (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Mitsubishi Electric Power Products, Inc. (MEPPI) seeks a highly technical engineering leader to drive next-generation data center power and cooling solutions within the CPSD.

Lead end-to-end architecture, development, and integration for hyperscale, colocation, and enterprise data centers, spanning utility interconnection to thermal management. The role focuses on chip-to-grid infrastructure strategy and product innovation to meet AI and high-density compute demands, while mentoring teams and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 15 years of experience in data center power and cooling infrastructure development, integration, or servicing.
• Deep expertise in hyperscale or large-scale enterprise data centers.
• End-to-end understanding of data center infrastructure: electrical distribution, UPS, thermal management, liquid cooling, integrated architectures.
• Experience supporting high-density compute, AI infrastructure, or advanced cooling strategies.
• Proven technical leadership across cross-functional engineering initiatives and complex product development.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end data center infrastructure strategy, including design and evolution of power and cooling product architectures.
• Drive hyperscale data center innovation with customers and stakeholders for AI and high-density compute.
• Develop integrated power and cooling architectures ensuring interoperability and performance across UPS, distribution, liquid cooling, and CDU systems.
• Serve as a technical domain expert on data center trends, technologies, and customer requirements.
• Lead feasibility studies, evaluations, and new product development in power and cooling tech.
• Mentor engineering teams and establish best practices for design, testing, validation, and product performance.
• Engage with customers, partners, and executives to support growth and strengthen relationships.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with CPSD, suppliers, manufacturing, and service teams.
• Provide guidance to resolve field performance, manufacturing, and quality issues and drive continuous improvement.
• Monitor industry standards and represent MEPPI in professional organizations.

Skills

Data center infra

Technical leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Customer interfacing

Problem solving

ERP/MRP familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position Summary

Mitsubishi Electric Power Products, Inc. (MEPPI) is seeking a highly technical and strategic engineering leader to drive the development and innovation of next-generation data center power and cooling solutions within our Critical Power Solutions Division (CPSD).

This role will serve as a domain expert responsible for leading the end-to-end architecture, development, and integration of critical infrastructure solutions supporting hyperscale, colocation, and enterprise data center environments. The ideal candidate will bring experience across the full data center ecosystem, from utility/grid interconnection, through electrical distribution, and thermal management.

This position is focused on "chip-to-grid" infrastructure strategy and product innovation, supporting the rapidly evolving demands of AI, hyperscale computing, and high-density data center applications.

What You'll Do

• Lead End-to-End Data Center Infrastructure Strategy: Provide technical leadership for the design, development, and evolution of MEPPI's portfolio of data center power and cooling products and integrated system architectures.
• Drive Hyperscale Data Center Innovation: Partner with hyperscale customers and strategic stakeholders to develop next-generation infrastructure solutions supporting AI, high-density compute, and advanced cooling technologies.
• Develop Integrated Power & Cooling Architectures: Lead the design and optimization of electrical and thermal infrastructure solutions, ensuring interoperability and performance across UPS systems, power distribution, liquid cooling systems, CDUs, and supporting technologies.
• Act as a Technical Domain Expert: Serve as a trusted subject matter expert internally and externally on data center infrastructure trends, technologies, and customer requirements across the "chip-to-grid" ecosystem.
• Lead Product Development Initiatives: Drive feasibility studies, technical evaluations, and new product development activities related to power and cooling technologies.
• Provide Technical Leadership: Mentor and guide engineering teams while establishing best practices for design, testing, validation, and product performance.
• Support Strategic Customer Engagements: Participate in customer meetings, technical reviews, and solution discussions to support business growth and strengthen customer relationships.
• Collaborate Cross-Functionally: Serve as the engineering liaison between CPSD and key partner organizations, suppliers, manufacturing teams, and service organizations.
• Support Field & Manufacturing Issues: Provide expert technical guidance to resolve field performance, manufacturing, and quality issues while supporting continuous improvement efforts.
• Influence Industry Direction: Monitor emerging technologies and industry standards while representing MEPPI within professional and standards organizations.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical field required.
• Minimum of 15 years of experience supporting the development, manufacturing, integration, or servicing of data center power and cooling infrastructure solutions.
• Deep expertise supporting hyperscale or large-scale enterprise data center environments.
• Strong end-to-end understanding of data center infrastructure, including:
  • Electrical distribution systems
  • UPS technologies
  • Thermal management systems
  • Liquid cooling technologies
  • Integrated data center architectures
• Experience supporting high-density compute, AI infrastructure, or next-generation cooling strategies strongly preferred.
• Proven technical leadership experience leading cross-functional engineering initiatives and complex product development programs.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience interfacing directly with customers, strategic partners, and executive leadership teams.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products and ERP/MRP systems.

Why MEPPI?

At MEPPI, you'll be part of a team committed to quality, innovation, and operational excellence. As a member of Mitsubishi Electric's global organization, you'll help deliver mission-critical power solutions that support data centers, infrastructure, and essential services across North America - all within a collaborative, growth-focused environment.

About Us

Mitsubishi Electric Power Products, Inc. is a leading provider of power systems, rail transportation, and large visual display solutions in North America. Join us and become part of a global organization shaping the future of energy and transportation.

Equal Opportunity Employer

MEPPI is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and ensure fair and equitable consideration for all candidates.

Notice to Agencies and Search Firms

MEPPI does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies or search firms for this position. Any resume submitted without a signed agreement will become the property of MEPPI, and no fee will be paid if a candidate is hired as a result of an unsolicited referral.