Project Engineer II

Mitsubishi Electric Power Products, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site fitness center

Wellness program

Profit sharing

Employee discounts

Job summary

Mitsubishi Electric Power Products, Inc. seeks a Project Engineer II to support multiple SSD orders, leading small to medium projects and coordinating design with external contractors.

You will review customer specs, develop design tasks for power electronics-based substations and gas-insulated substations, prepare drawings, and provide installation oversight. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical or mechanical engineering with 5+ years in a project environment.
• Knowledge of real power (MW) and reactive power (Mvar).
• Advanced knowledge of substation equipment, instrumentation, and relay protection.
• Strong interpersonal communication and presentation skills.
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to read and create technical drawings and materials.
• Advanced computer skills including Office, CAD, and engineering analysis software.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and coordinate multiple components and systems of high voltage substation projects.
• Review order documents to ensure they meet customer technical specifications.
• Develop and execute engineering tasks for design, construction, and testing of 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.

Skills

Project engineering

Interpersonal communication

Analytical problem-solving

Reading technical drawings

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD

Microsoft Office

Engineering analysis software

Job description

Join the MEPPI Team!

Mitsubishi Electric Power Products, Inc. (MEPPI) is seeking a Project Engineer II to perform 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:

• 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.

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.