Principal Project Engineer - Substation Engineering

Mitsubishi Electric Power Products, Inc.; Warrendale (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site fitness center

Wellness program

Profit sharing

Employee discounts

Job summary

Mitsubishi Electric Power Products, Inc. (MEPPI) is seeking a Principal Project Engineer to provide technical consultation and leadership, and to perform the duties of a lead project engineer for multiple substation project orders.

This hybrid role is based in Warrendale, PA. You will design, develop and implement engineering aspects of substation projects, lead major design efforts, and provide technical guidance across groups.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent) with 5–7 years in a project environment.
• Expertise in substation theory, applications, subsystems, field installation and testing.
• Proficient with CAD and engineering analysis software; able to read technical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and implement all engineering facets of substation projects, including equipment design and testing.
• Provide engineering leadership and serve as primary contact for design issues across groups.
• Lead significant design projects with coordination across divisions.
• Analyze data to establish performance standards for new or modified equipment.
• Provide technical consultation to engineering and other groups; review development programs.
• Prepare proposals with estimated engineering time and manpower; staff planning with the Engineering Manager.
• Represent the company to customers and Mitsubishi (Japan) personnel.

Skills

Substation theory & design

Reading technical drawings

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Engineering analysis software

MS Office

Job description

Mitsubishi Electric Power Products, Inc. (MEPPI) is seeking a Principal Project 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 position 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 Mitsubishi (Japan) 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, Mitsubishi (Japan) personnel and technical societies

What You'll Bring:

• A Bachelors Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent, plus a minimum of 5-7 years 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.
• Ability to read and understand technical drawings and material.
• Advanced computer skills, emphasizing knowledge of MS Office products and CAD 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.