Principal Protection and Controls Engineer FACTS and HVDC

Mitsubishi - Warrendale, PA

Full-time - Senior

Warrendale, PA

Transportation Equipment Manufacturing

About the position

Join Mitsubishi Electric Power Products (MEPPI) as a technical leader in the Substation Division, focusing on advanced control systems design, programming, and implementation for FACTS and HVDC projects. This role is pivotal in driving energy innovation and requires expertise in control, communication, and cybersecurity technologies to enhance sustainable power solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the programming of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) software and hardware.
• Provide leadership in the development and implementation of advanced design improvements for product quality and processing time.
• Lead the creation of hardware and software specifications for substation projects and prepare mechanical and electrical drawings.
• Recommend improvements to cybersecurity requirements for FACTS & HVDC system hardware and software.
• Oversee the implementation of cybersecurity software maintenance programs, including software patches and version control.
• Program, test, and troubleshoot cybersecurity devices and SCADA communications equipment.
• Conceptualize novel HMI hardware and software solutions for FACTS & HVDC systems and provide guidance on design and programming.
• Provide technical expertise and oversight of site commissioning tests for FACTS and HVDC systems.
• Prepare and review mechanical and electrical system drawings.
• Provide technical expertise for factory acceptance tests (FAT) and field/site acceptance tests (SAT).
• Monitor and track progress toward completion milestones and deadlines, communicating progress effectively.
• Conduct technical presentations for customers and lead meetings to execute the FACTS and HVDC Sales plan.
• Assist and support the Sales Team with bids and technical proposal development.
• Maintain a robust network of industry contacts and influence trade organization standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related discipline with a minimum of 10 years of experience, or equivalent education and experience.
• Advanced experience with protective relaying principles, design, and programming.
• Advanced knowledge of FACTS & HVDC technologies.
• Advanced computer programming experience with modern programming languages.
• Advanced knowledge of network and communication protocols, logic and control platforms, and system programming.
• Advanced interpersonal communication skills to communicate with employees, customers, and suppliers.
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read and understand technical drawings and material.
• Intermediate computer skills, emphasizing knowledge of MS Office products and MATLAB, Simulink, and power systems simulation software.

Benefits

• 401(k) Program
• Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Flexible Work Arrangement
• Wellness programs
• Professional Women's ERG
• HOPE (community outreach)
• Onsite Fitness Center and Café
• Employee Discounts
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Volunteer opportunities
• Paid Parental Leave