Senior Project Applications Engineer

Mitsubishi Electric Power Products, Inc.; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 100,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in power solutions seeks a Senior Project Applications Engineer to lead technical support from proposal to delivery. This role includes managing customer relationships, executing project plans, and ensuring compliance and quality in engineering services. Candidates should have a Master's in Electrical Engineering and significant experience in application engineering, with skills in communication and project management.

Benefits

Comprehensive Health Coverage

401(k) plan with matching

Generous Paid Time Off

Career Development

Exclusive Employee Discounts

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years in application engineering and/or technical sales.
• Deep knowledge of UPS systems, batteries, power distribution, and switchgear.
• Strong proficiency in interpreting and creating technical drawings and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and manage quotations and orders for engineered solutions.
• Develop and monitor detailed project plans and manage customer records.
• Provide application engineering support for UPS systems and power distribution.

Skills

Exceptional communication

Interpersonal skills

Presentation skills

Advanced problem-solving skills

Organizational skills

Computer skills

Education

Masters degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

CAD software

ERP platforms

Job description

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Powering Innovation, Delivering Excellence: Leading the Future of Critical Power Solutions!

MEPPI’s Critical Power Solutions Division (CPSD) is seeking a skilled and solution-focused Senior Project Application Engineer to lead technical support and customer engagement from proposal to project delivery. In this role, you will be the central link between our customers and internal teams, managing quotations, technical documentation, and project execution to ensure the successful delivery of CPSD’s engineered power quality systems. If you have a passion for electrical engineering, project planning, and customer success, we want you on our team!

What You’ll Do

Lead Technical Projects:

Plan, coordinate, and manage quotations, submittals, orders, and customer communications for national accounts and custom-engineered solutions.

Drive Proposals With Precision

Review RFQs and collaborate with customers, vendors, and internal departments to prepare comprehensive proposals—including specifications, BOMs, pricing, cost analysis, and compliance documentation.

Be The Customer’s Champion

Develop and maintain strong relationships with national account customers, supporting domestic and international project needs while identifying new business opportunities.

Execute Projects Flawlessly

Develop and monitor detailed project plans that define goals, resources, scheduling, risk assessments, and contingency strategies—ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery.

Deliver Engineering Excellence

Provide application engineering support to both internal stakeholders and external customers, offering guidance on UPS systems, power distribution switchgear, and battery integration.

Represent With Confidence

Act as the technical face of MEPPI at site walkthroughs, meetings, and presentations. Lead customer factory witness tests and deliver engaging technical training to the CPSD sales channel.

Ensure Quality & Compliance

Track and communicate project milestones, maintain documentation per MEPPI’s quality system, and manage customer technical records with precision.

Boost Product Strategy

Support cost management, pricing strategy, and technical training. Work with teams to identify product enhancements, cost savings, and future development opportunities.

Mentor & Collaborate

Provide guidance and training to less-experienced engineers and support internal departments in technical assessments and on-site service planning.

Education

What You Bring:

Masters degree in Electrical Engineering.

Experience

Minimum of 7 years in application engineering and/or technical sales within the power quality or distribution industry—or a comparable combination of education and experience.

Expertise

Deep knowledge of UPS systems, batteries, power distribution, and switchgear. Strong proficiency in interpreting and creating technical drawings and documentation.

Skills

Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills. Advanced problem-solving, organizational, and computer skills—including Microsoft Office, CAD software, and ERP platforms.

What’s in It for You?

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: We’ve got you covered! MEPPI pays 90% of the cost for medical, dental, and vision plans, ensuring you and your family can focus on staying healthy without the stress of high costs.
• Retirement Plans: Secure your future with our 401(k) plan, where MEPPI matches up to 4% of your contributions. Your financial wellness is just as important to us as it is to you.
• Generous Paid Time Off: Work-life balance is key. Begin earning vacation after just 90 days, plus 12 paid holidays per year.
• Career Development: We’re invested in your growth. Take advantage of our training programs and educational assistance to elevate your skills and advance your career.
• Exclusive Employee Discounts: Being part of the MEPPI family comes with perks! Enjoy profit sharing and free access to our 24/7 fitness center in Warrendale, PA. You also have access to MEPPI’s Wellness Program, which supports employees and their families on their path toward health and harmony—and much more!
  
  

Why MEPPI?

At MEPPI, you’re not just another team member—you’re part of a mission to innovate and make an impact. As a U.S. affiliate of Mitsubishi Electric, we’re a leader in providing cutting-edge solutions for power systems and rail transportation. Join our collaborative environment where your ideas matter, and your skills help shape the future.

About Us: Mitsubishi Electric Power Products, Inc. is a leader in the North American power systems, rail transportation, and large visual display markets. Join us, and be part of a global team that’s driving the future of transportation and energy solutions.

Equal Opportunity Employer: MEPPI is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and ensure that every candidate is considered fairly.

Notice to Agencies and Search Firms: MEPPI is not accepting unsolicited resumes from agencies or search firms for this job posting. Resumes submitted without a signed search agreement will become the property of MEPPI, and no fee will be paid if a candidate is hired as a result of an unsolicited referral.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing

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