Principal Project Engineer, Substation Division

Mitsubishi Electric Power Products, Inc.; Warrendale (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits up to 90% coverage

401(k) match up to 4%

Paid time off: vacation after 90 days,

12 paid holidays annually

On-site fitness center

Job summary

Mitsubishi Electric Power Products, Inc. (MEPPI) in Warrendale, PA seeks a Principal Quality Engineer to provide technical leadership and lead project engineering for multiple substation orders.

You will design, analyze data, coordinate with cross‑functional teams, train staff, and represent the company to customers. This hybrid position offers on-site facilities and opportunities in a growing infrastructure segment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering and 10+ years in a project-related environment.
• Expertise in substation theory, application, subsystems, field installation and testing.
• Proficiency with MS Office, CAD and engineering analysis software.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and implement engineering facets of substation projects including equipment design, outside contractor involvement, assembly and testing.
• Compile and analyze data to establish performance standards and verify design meets specifications.
• Provide engineering leadership as the primary contact for design issues and lead significant design projects.
• Coordinate with other groups and divisions to ensure project success.
• Conduct product, technology or other training as required.
• Provide technical consultation to engineering and other groups.

Skills

Substation theory

Engineering leadership

CAD proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

MS Office

CAD

Engineering analysis software

Job description

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 year’s 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:

• 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.