Principal Project Engineer

Overview

At Mitsubishi Electric Power Products, Inc. (MEPPI), we are seeking a dynamic Principal Project Engineer to provide technical expertise and leadership for complex substation projects. Join our team and help power the world with cutting-edge technology and engineering excellence.

What You’ll Do

• Lead Engineering Excellence: Design, develop, and implement all engineering facets of substation projects, including equipment design, contractor coordination, and testing.
• Set Performance Standards: Analyze operational and test data to establish benchmarks for newly designed or modified equipment, ensuring compliance with performance specifications.
• Be a Design Authority: Serve as the go-to expert for resolving design issues, providing leadership and consultation across divisions.
• Drive Collaboration: Lead significant design projects by coordinating efforts with internal teams, external contractors, and other divisions.
• Provide Technical Training: Conduct training sessions to share knowledge and enhance team expertise in products, technologies, and best practices.
• Consult and Innovate: Review and define the scope of development tasks, provide input for company development planning, and serve as the technical consultant for complex challenges.
• Plan and Prioritize: Establish schedules, prioritize tasks, and assign staffing resources with the Engineering Manager to ensure successful project execution.
• Support Proposals: Prepare time and manpower estimates for engineering efforts on proposals and project orders.
• Represent MEPPI: Serve as the company representative to customers, industry personnel, and technical societies, showcasing MEPPI’s leadership in the field.

What You Bring

• Educational Excellence: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent, with 10+ years of experience in project-based environments.
• Substation Expertise: Advanced knowledge of substation theory, applications, subsystems, field installation, and testing.
• Tech-Savviness: Proficiency in CAD, engineering analysis software, and MS Office tools for design and project management.
• Leadership Skills: Demonstrated ability to lead engineering teams, prioritize tasks, and collaborate across diverse groups.
• Customer Focus: Strong interpersonal and presentation skills to effectively communicate with customers and represent the company professionally.

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 special discounts on our products and services, designed to make your life better.
• 24-Hour Fitness Center: Stay fit with access to our on-site fitness center, available to you 24/7.

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.