Project Engineer II

Mitsubishi Electric Power Products, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) match

Paid time off (vacation & holidays)

Professional development

On-site fitness center

Profit sharing

Employee discounts

Job summary

Mitsubishi Electric Power Products, Inc. (MEPPI) seeks a Project Engineer II to support multiple SSD project orders. You will lead design, review customer specs, and coordinate with external contractors for high voltage substation projects.

Expect hands-on task execution from design through commissioning, plus training of customers and ongoing field support. The role emphasizes advanced knowledge of substations, strong communication, and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical or mechanical engineering with a minimum of 5 years of experience in a project environment, or equivalent education and experience.
• Basic knowledge of real power (MW) and reactive power (Mvar).
• Advanced knowledge of substation equipment, instrumentation, structures, conductors, and relay protection and control.
• Advanced interpersonal communication and presentation skills required to communicate with customers and employees.
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read, understand, and create technical drawings and material.
• Advanced computer skills with emphasis on Microsoft Office products, CAD, and engineering analysis software.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and coordinate multiple components and systems of high voltage substation projects.
• Coordinate design and development work of external design contractors and engineering consultants.
• Review order documents to ensure they meet customer specifications, including exceptions and confirmations.
• Develop and execute engineering tasks related to design, construction, and testing of power electronics-based and gas-insulated substations.
• Prepare or supervise preparation of drawings and documents in support of orders.
• Provide project oversight at the installation site during construction and testing.
• Prepare and present customer training.
• Provide expertise and support in multiple disciplines to other engineers.
• Resolve customer and supplier technical questions and perform field troubleshooting.
• Support sales by reviewing customer specs and preparing technical exceptions.

Skills

Power systems knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD

MS Office

Engineering analysis software

Job description

Mitsubishi Electric Power Products, Inc. (MEPPI) is seeking a Project Engineer II toperform all essential functions of a supporting project engineer for multiple, concurrent small to large Substation Division (SSD) project orders. Function as lead project engineer for multiple, concurrent small to medium SSD project orders or one large project order.

Essential Functions

• Design, develop, and coordinate multiple components and systems of high voltage substation projects. Coordinate design and development work of external design contractors and engineering consultants.
• Review order documents to ensure they meet the customer’s technical specifications, including exceptions, clarification, and confirmations.
• Develop and execute engineering tasks related to design, construction, and testing of power electronics-based substation projects and gas-insulated substation projects.
• Prepare or supervise preparation of drawings and documents in support of orders.
• Provide project oversight at the installation site during construction and testing.
• Prepare and present customer training.
• Provide expertise and support in multiple disciplines to other engineers.
• Assure resolution of all customer and supplier technical questions. Provide field problem troubleshooting and resolution of existing equipment.
• Support sales efforts by reviewing and commenting on customer technical specifications. Prepare technical exceptions including customer deviations from existing Mitsubishi (Japan) product designs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical or mechanical engineering with a minimum of 5 years of experience in a project environment, or equivalent education and experience.
• Basic knowledge of real power (MW) and reactive power (Mvar).
• Advanced knowledge of substation equipment, instrumentation, structures, conductors, and relay protection and control.
• Advanced interpersonal communication and presentation skills required to communicate with customers and employees.
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read, understand, and create technical drawings and material.
• Advanced computer skills with emphasis on Microsoft Office 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.