Principal Engineer, Electrical

Principal Electrical Engineer

Company Overview At Mitsubishi Power, we're not just building better clean energy technologies; we're architecting a better future. Our team is boldly redefining power generation to accelerate the world's energy transition. We operate as one team, pushing toward our vision of the future. We value problem solvers, prioritize collaboration, and support each other in an inclusive culture built on accountability and authenticity by demonstrating our values: Safety, Family, Innovative, Inclusive, Accountable & Courageous. Together, we’re building the future we all aspire to - making net zero a reality.

 

Role Overview

The Principal Electrical Engineer serves as a senior technical leader responsible for defining, designing, integrating, and delivering electrical systems for utility-scale power generation projects. The role sets technical direction, ensures design quality and code compliance, mentors engineering staff, and collaborates across multidisciplinary teams to achieve safe, timely, and cost‑effective project outcomes. The position also conducts complex engineering research, develops solutions to unique technical challenges, and supports the advancement of new technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide expert technical leadership, conduct design reviews, and resolve complex electrical issues.
• Lead electrical system architecture for power plants, including MV/LV distribution, grounding, and UPS/DC systems.
• Ensure designs meet NEC/NESC, NFPA 70/70E, IEEE, ANSI/NEMA, IEC, AHJ, and utility standards.
• Collaborate across engineering teams to share lessons learned and support multiple projects.
• Prepare technical proposals and presentations while protecting company IP.
• Research and implement new technologies to improve performance, cost, and reliability.
• Deliver engineering work on time, within scope, budget, and quality targets.
• Track process‑improvement and equipment‑performance metrics.
• Support root‑cause investigations and resolution of system issues.
• Contribute to technology transfer, new product introduction, and process improvements.
• Develop innovative solutions to complex engineering challenges.
• Serve as lead project engineer and mentor junior engineers when needed.
• Coordinate with hardware design teams on major components.
• Work with suppliers on specifications, FATs/SATs, and nonconformance resolution.
• Prepare clear technical reports, presentations, and communications.
• Provide onsite customer/vendor support, including occasional international travel.
• Assist field engineers with troubleshooting and material or process deviations.
• Recommend cost and process improvements to leadership.
• Perform additional engineering duties as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering; 10–15+ years of progressive experience in gas turbine design, materials, manufacturing, and service engineering.
• Proven experience leading cross‑functional design teams and managing supplier technical interfaces.
• Ability to interpret drawings, schematics, diagrams, safety rules, and technical documentation.
• Strong communication skills for preparing reports and presenting to customers and internal teams; Japanese language ability preferred.
• Proficiency with mathematical concepts including geometry, trigonometry, statistics, and applied engineering calculations.
• Ability to solve complex technical problems in situations with limited standardization.
• Proficiency with databases, project management tools, spreadsheets, word processing, diagrams, and technical software.
• Ability to lift up to 10 pounds and work in typically quiet environments with occasional PPE requirements.

Why Should You Apply?

• Excellent Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision & 401K Matching).
• Excellent development programs and advancement opportunities.
• Tuition reimbursement and on-the-job training.
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays.
• Committed to quality products and services.
• Great working environment and culture.
• Employee Appreciation Programs and Event.

 

Mitsubishi Power is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer actively seeking to diversify the workforce and is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity. Therefore, all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under applicable law, are strongly encouraged to apply.