Senior Program Manager - Transportation Systems

Senior Program Manager – Lead High-Impact Transportation Projects

Are you a strategic problem-solver with a passion for delivering complex transportation projects? Join MEPPI as a Senior Program Manager, where you’ll serve as the key liaison between MEPPI and our customers, ensuring seamless project execution and customer satisfaction.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead Customer Engagement – Act as the primary liaison, meeting regularly with customers to discuss project status, open issues, and contract negotiations.
• Drive Cross-Functional Coordination – Work with engineering, quality, production, procurement, and field service teams to ensure seamless project execution.
• Manage Project Deliverables – Oversee program schedules, contract compliance, manufacturing timelines, and sub-system deliveries.
• Support Global Collaboration – Partner with MELCO teams in Tokyo, Itami, and Nagasaki to align objectives and ensure project success.
• Optimize Supply Chain & Procurement – Oversee procurement strategies and manage subcontractor relationships to ensure quality and compliance.
• Oversee Warranty & Spare Parts – Manage warranty claims, equipment repairs, and spare parts inventories in coordination with MELCO and internal teams.
• Develop & Implement Solutions – Identify risks, develop strategies, and implement corrective actions to keep projects on track.
• Lead Complex Projects – Guide and mentor project/program managers in a matrix organization for larger, more intricate projects.
• Support Continuous Improvement – Actively participate in process enhancements and operational efficiencies across transportation projects.

What You Bring:

• Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or a related technical/commercial field, plus 8 years of project management experience.
• Technical Knowledge: General understanding of AC/DC motors, circuit protection devices, propulsion systems, power conversion equipment, and networks.
• Industry Standards Expertise: Familiarity with IEEE, IEC, NEMA, UL, NFPA, and other industrial standards.
• Strong Leadership & Interpersonal Skills: Ability to influence and lead in a matrix management structure.
• Problem-Solving & Negotiation Skills: Advanced communication and analytical abilities to resolve complex technical and contractual issues.
• Technical Proficiency: Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Project) for reporting, analysis, and scheduling.

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.