Position: Design Engineer II
Mitsubishi Electric Power Products, Inc. (MEPPI) is seeking a talented Design Engineer II – PCB to support the development of innovative electronic systems for mission-critical transportation and industrial applications. This role will be responsible for printed circuit board (PCB) design, power electronics integration, testing, product development, and customer-focused engineering activities throughout the product lifecycle.
We are seeking an engineer with 3-5 years of experience designing and developing PCBs for industrial applications, power conversion systems, or control technologies. The ideal candidate will combine strong electrical engineering fundamentals with hands-on testing experience and a working knowledge of communication networks, embedded firmware, and product development processes.
What You'll Do
PCB Design & Product Development
- Design and support PCB schematics, component selection, board layout, and integration into larger system architectures.
- Perform PCB bring-up, bench testing, debugging, and validation of newly developed electronic designs.
- Support the development of power electronics and inverter-based systems, including power and control circuit design activities.
- Assist in product development activities from concept through manufacturing, qualification, and field support.
Technical Design & Systems Integration
- Interpret customer specifications and industry standards, translating them into technical design and test requirements.
- Manage requirements traceability, verification, and validation processes throughout project execution.
- Apply communication protocol and network architecture requirements to system designs.
- Collaborate with design partners, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to ensure successful project execution.
Testing, Validation & Quality
- Generate test procedures, inspection plans, and validation documentation.
- Participate in qualification testing and certification activities, including testing at external laboratories in the United States and Japan.
- Support customer-facing activities such as design reviews and First Article Inspection (FAI) presentations.
- Troubleshoot design issues, perform failure analysis, and prepare non-conformance reports.
Engineering Support & Continuous Improvement
- Support Engineering Change Management (ECM) activities and product lifecycle management processes.
- Develop field modification documentation and provide technical support for field service activities.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives related to product quality, manufacturability, and reliability.
Customer & Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Interface with customers to ensure equipment and system designs meet performance and reliability requirements.
- Prepare and submit technical documentation, design review packages, and customer deliverables.
- Collaborate closely with manufacturing, quality, sourcing, suppliers, and engineering teams.
What You Bring
Education
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Electronics Engineering, or a related discipline.
Experience
- Minimum 3-5 years of experience in PCB design and development for industrial applications, power electronics, controls, or related technologies.
- Experience supporting projects through multiple stages of the product development lifecycle.
Skills & Expertise
- Proficiency in PCB design, schematic capture, and board layout.
- Experience with Altium Designer or similar PCB design software.
- Strong understanding of analog and digital circuit design fundamentals.
- Hands-on experience testing, debugging, and validating custom PCB designs.
- Working knowledge of power conversion systems, industrial inverter technologies, and control circuits.
- Familiarity with communication protocols, networking technologies, and network architectures.
- Understanding of design considerations related to EMI/EMC, noise, flammability, RAMS, and other non-functional requirements.
- Experience with design for manufacturing (DFM), product lifecycle management, and structured engineering development processes.
- Advanced computer skills with engineering analysis tools, CAD systems, and Microsoft Office applications.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting railway systems or rolling stock electrical systems.
- Exposure to firmware development, embedded systems, or software enhancement activities.
- Experience working with customer qualification testing and compliance programs.
Why MEPPI?
- Comprehensive Health Coverage: Company-sponsored medical, dental, and vision plans with low employee premiums.
- Retirement Plans: 401(k) with company match up to 4%.
- Generous Paid Time Off: Vacation accrual after 90 days plus 12 paid holidays.
- Career Development: Training programs and educational assistance.
- Employee Perks: Profit sharing, wellness programs, and 24/7 fitness center access.
Join Us
At MEPPI, you'll help develop next-generation technologies that support transportation, industrial automation, and critical infrastructure applications around the world. As a U.S. affiliate of Mitsubishi Electric, we combine global innovation with local expertise to engineer products that are reliable, efficient, and built to perform in demanding environments.
If you're passionate about electronic design, power electronics, and transforming ideas into real-world solutions, we'd love to hear from you.
Equal Opportunity Employer
MEPPI welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace.
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