Substation Project Manager I

Mitsubishi Electric Power Products, Inc.; United States; Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

401(k) match

Paid time off

Career growth

On-site fitness center

Job summary

Mitsubishi Electric Power Products, Inc. (MEPPI) seeks a Substation Project Manager I for a hybrid role based in Warrendale, PA, working 2 days per week onsite.

You will lead cross-functional teams across engineering, manufacturing, and purchasing to deliver strong electrical substations projects from kickoff to close. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering and at least 3 years of turnkey project management, with excellent communication and organizational

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering with at least 3 years of turnkey project management experience.
• Strong organizational skills to oversee multiple responsibilities.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication.
• Proficient in MS Office and project management software such as Primavera or MS Project.

Responsibilities

• Develop and monitor project plans with goals, strategy, staffing, scheduling, risk identification, contingency plans, cost reporting and resource allocation.
• Coordinate site work, including subcontractors for civil and erection.
• Coordinate MEPPI work (engineering, manufacturing, purchasing, etc.).
• Negotiate price, delivery and terms of major project components.
• Serve as primary customer contact and define project scope, milestones and deliverables.
• Ensure all customer commitments are met and projects stay within budget.
• Prepare status reports and organize kick-off meetings with stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Primavera scheduling software

MS Project

Job description

Join the MEPPI Team!Mitsubishi Electric Power Products, Inc. (MEPPI) is seeking a

Substation Project Manager I. This position is a hybrid role that will work 2 days per week onsite in Warrendale, PA.

• Monitor, maintain, and develop project plans specifying goals, strategy, staffing, scheduling, identification of risks, contingency plans, cost reporting and control and allocation of available resources.
• Coordinate site work, including subcontract work, such as civil and erection.
• Coordinate MEPPI work (including engineering, manufacturing, purchasing, etc.).
• Negotiate price/delivery and other terms and conditions of major project components.
• Serve as primary customer contact on assigned projects. Meet with customers to identify and schedule project deliverables, milestones, and required tasks. Determine project scope and objectives.
• Ensure that all customer commitments are met.
• Responsible for all project cost including accurate forecasts to insure projects are within budget.
• Identify, track, and expedite resolutions of problems while keeping management informed when appropriate.
• Manage safety and insurance issues and claims on assigned projects.
• Prepare project status reports and keep management, customers, and others informed of project status and related issues. Organize kick-off meetings, both internally and externally.
• Travel to customer project sites and vendor sites as required.
• Coordinate invoicing.
• Coordinate the successful close of the project.
• Handle warranty claims.
• Develop and maintain accurate up to date project schedules working in conjunction with the Department Project Scheduler.
• Enter and track customer commitments in project management software.
• Hold customer project review meetings and publish minutes of meetings.
• Manage multiple projects at one time.

Join the MEPPI Team!Mitsubishi Electric Power Products, Inc. (MEPPI) is seeking a Substation Project Manager I. This position is a hybrid role that will work 2 days per week onsite in Warrendale, PA.

What You’ll Do

• Monitor, maintain, and develop project plans specifying goals, strategy, staffing, scheduling, identification of risks, contingency plans, cost reporting and control and allocation of available resources.
• Coordinate site work, including subcontract work, such as civil and erection.
• Coordinate MEPPI work (including engineering, manufacturing, purchasing, etc.).
• Negotiate price/delivery and other terms and conditions of major project components.
• Serve as primary customer contact on assigned projects. Meet with customers to identify and schedule project deliverables, milestones, and required tasks. Determine project scope and objectives.
• Ensure that all customer commitments are met.
• Responsible for all project cost including accurate forecasts to insure projects are within budget.
• Identify, track, and expedite resolutions of problems while keeping management informed when appropriate.
• Manage safety and insurance issues and claims on assigned projects.
• Prepare project status reports and keep management, customers, and others informed of project status and related issues. Organize kick-off meetings, both internally and externally.
• Travel to customer project sites and vendor sites as required.
• Coordinate invoicing.
• Coordinate the successful close of the project.
• Handle warranty claims.Maintain customer correspondence.
• Develop and maintain accurate up to date project schedules working in conjunction with the Department Project Scheduler.
• Enter and track customer commitments in project management software.
• Hold customer project review meetings and publish minutes of meetings.
• Manage multiple projects at one time.

What You’ll Bring

• A Bachelors Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, plus a minimum of three years of turnkey project management experience, or equivalent education and experience.
• Developed organizational skills to effectively oversee and execute multiple responsibilities.
• Developed analytical and problem solving skills.
• Developed interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills to maintain effective relationships.
• Developed computer skills with emphasis on MS Office products and project management software (e.g. Primavera scheduling software, MS Project)

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.