Principal Project Engineer (SSD158)

Mitsubishi Electric Power Products, Inc.; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

401(k) match

Paid time off

Professional development

On-site fitness center

Wellness program

Profit sharing

Employee discounts

Job summary

Mitsubishi Electric Power Products, Inc. is seeking a Principal Quality Engineer to provide technical leadership and oversee major substation project orders.

The role balances hands-on engineering with team coordination across multiple groups, located in Warrendale, PA with a hybrid work arrangement. Ideal candidates bring a Bachelor's in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering and 10+ years in project environments, with deep substations knowledge, CAD skills, and experience in engineering analysis

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering with at least 10 years in a project environment.
• Expertise in substation theory, application, subsystems, field installation and testing.
• Proficient computer skills: MS Office, CAD and engineering analysis tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead design projects for substation orders with collaboration across groups.
• Develop and implement engineering facets of projects including equipment design and testing.
• Analyze data to set performance standards for new or modified equipment.
• Provide technical leadership and primary contact on design issues.
• Prepare proposals, time estimates, and staffing plans with management.

Skills

Substation design

Engineering leadership

CAD

MS Office

Education

Bachelors in Electrical or Mechanical Eng

Tools

CAD software

Engineering analysis software

Job description

Join the MEPPI Team!
Mitsubishi Electric Power Products, Inc. (MEPPI) is seeking a Principal Quality Engineer to provide technical consultation and leadership as well as performing all essential functions of a lead project engineer or supporting project engineer for multiple substation project orders.
This is a hybrid position based in Warrendale, PA.

What You’ll Do

• Individually and through other project engineers, design, develop and implement all engineering facets of substation projects including but not limited to, equipment design, outside contractor involvement, assembly and testing.
• Compile and analyze operational, test, and research data to establish performance standards for newly designed or modified equipment or product and to determine if design meets functional and performance specifications.
• Provide engineering leadership by serving as the primary contact person for design issues identified by other groups and divisions.
• Lead significant design projects, primarily involving participation and coordination with other groups and divisions.
• Conduct product, technology or other training as required.
• Provide technical consultation to engineering as well as other groups and divisions.
• Consult on and/or review major development programs through review meetings, personal consultations, etc. Provide input on the company and TMT and D's development program planning.
• Review and define the scope for new development tasks by serving as the contact person on special tasks, problems, new designs, etc.
• Establish priority, schedule, and staffing assignments with the Engineering Manager.
• Prepare engineering time and manpower estimates for proposals and orders.
• Provide back-up support for Engineering Manager and functional supervision to all levels of engineers as necessary.
• Represent the company to customers, TMT and D personnel and technical societies

What You’ll Bring

• A Bachelor's Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent, plus a minimum of 10 years of experience in a project related environment.
• Expertise in substation theory, application, subsystems, field installation and testing.
• Computer experience, with emphasis on MSOffice products, CAD and engineering analysis software.

What's In It For You

• Comprehensive Health Coverage:
  • 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.
• Career Growth:
  • Access to professional development programs and educational assistance.
• Employee Perks:
  • 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.

Notice To Agencies And Search Firms

We do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Submissions without signed agreements become the property of MEPPI, and no fees will be paid.