Design Engineer I

Mitsubishi Electric Power Products, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match up to 4%

Medical, dental, vision coverage up to

Paid time off + 12 holidays

On-site fitness center

Wellness program

Education assistance

Profit sharing

Employee discounts

Job summary

Mitsubishi Electric Power Products, Inc. (MEPPI) seeks a Design Engineer I with a mechanical engineering degree to perform design, manufacture, assembly, test, installation and servicing of HVSD products. This onsite role reports to the HVSD Design Engineering Manager in Warrendale, PA.

The role emphasizes BOMs, drawings, purchasing specs, vendor qualification, and customer design options. Collaboration across HVSD and other departments is encouraged to drive improvements and cost reductions.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of design engineering experience or equivalent education and experience.
• Advanced knowledge of circuit breaker technology, design and power transmission.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and presentation skills for customers, employees and suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Support design, manufacture and assembly of HVSD products.
• Develop, prepare and maintain BOMs and design drawings.
• Create purchasing specifications and participate in vendor qualification.
• Review customer specs and deliver technical presentations.

Skills

CAD software

ERP

MS Office

Analytical thinking

Team player

Education

Mechanical Engineering degree

Tools

CAD

ERP/MRP

MS Office

Job description

Mitsubishi Electric Power Products, Inc. (MEPPI) is seeking a Design Engineer I with a mechanical engineering degree to perform engineering activities for the design, manufacture, assembly, test, installation, and servicing of High Voltage Switchgear Division (HVSD) products.

This position will report to the HVSD Design Engineering Manager and is an onsite position in Warrendale, PA.

What You’ll Do:

• Perform engineering activities that support the design, manufacture and assembly of new HVSD products and the advancement of existing circuit breaker products.
• Develop, prepare and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs) and design drawings.
• Create and maintain purchasing specifications for all circuit breaker components. Participate in vendor qualification.
• Review customer specifications, provide and approve special customer design options, and create and deliver technical customer presentations.
• Prepare, issue and maintain breaker Instruction Books (IBs) for assigned circuit breakers.
• Supervise the preparation of all drawings required to support order placements, manufacturing/assembly operations, and customer software needs.
• Lead root cause evaluations of Category I failures or other defects as assigned and participate with HVSD Manufacturing and Quality to resolve production-related issues.
• Recommend and implement design improvements and cost reductions.
• Further the goals and positive, professional image of the HVSD through interaction with other MEPPI departments and vendors.

What You’ll Bring:

• Mechanical Engineering with 0-2 years of experience in a design engineering capacity, or equivalent education and experience.
• Advanced knowledge of circuit breaker technology, design and power transmission.
• Advanced interpersonal, communication and presentation skills required to communicate with customers, employees and suppliers.
• Ability to work in a team environment and on several projects simultaneously.
• Ability to read, understand and create technical drawings and material.
• Advanced analytical and problems solving skills.
• Advanced computer skills, with emphasis on Microsoft Office products,CADsoftware, and ERP/MRP systems.

What’s in It for You:

• MEPPI pays up to 90% of the cost for medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Retirement Plans:
  • 401(k) match of up to 4%.
• Generous Paid Time Off:
  • Earn vacation after just 90 days, plus enjoy 12 paid holidays annually.
• Access to professional development programs and educational assistance.
• On-site fitness center (Warrendale, PA), wellness program, profit sharing, and employee discounts.

Why MEPPI:

As a proud U.S. affiliate of Mitsubishi Electric, MEPPI powers critical infrastructure and rail transportation solutions across North America. We value collaboration, innovation, and people—because we know that our greatest asset is our team. Join us and help shape a future where talent and technology thrive.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

MEPPI is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and ensure fair consideration for every candidate.

Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability or (as defined by applicable law) medical condition or genetic information, military or veteran status or any other legally protected status.