Principal Engineer, Electrical

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd.•Lake Mary, FL

21h

About The Position

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. 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.

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.

Nice To Haves

Japanese language ability preferred.

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.