This is a Permanent, Full Time vacancy that will close in {x} days at {xx:xx} BST.
The vacancy
We are seeking a highly skilled Lead Generator Engineer to join our Engineering team. This role will serve as the primary technical point of contact for our customers, providing expertise and resolution of issues related to generator electrical, mechanical, and auxiliary systems.
The successful candidate will demonstrate strong technical capability, customer focus, and the ability to work within a multidisciplinary engineering environment that includes gas and steam turbine operational aspects. This position also supports the Engineering Manager and wider engineering team across a range of customer support activities.
Key Responsibilities
Provide technical expertise and problem resolution for generator systems and associated auxiliaries.
Support generator operation, maintenance, commissioning, and outage activities at customer sites.
Prepare and deliver technical reports, specifications, and presentations in line with engineering standards and customer requirements.
Conduct troubleshooting, verification, and root cause analysis, ensuring effective corrective and preventive measures.
Liaise between field and design teams to address technical challenges and drive resolution.
Collaborate with procurement teams on technical specifications, RFQs, and vendor qualifications.
Build and maintain strong customer relationships, ensuring issues are communicated and resolved in a timely and professional manner.
Represent the company during inspections, customer meetings, and technical reviews, upholding the highest standards of professionalism and integrity.
Candidate Profile
Bachelor’s degree or higher in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
Proven experience in generator design, operation, repair, or commissioning.
Strong knowledge of generator mechanical components (bearings, seals, rotor components, end-windings, etc.).
Experience with large rotating machinery; familiarity with gas and steam turbines is advantageous.
Demonstrated ability to write technical reports, specifications, and procedures.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with effective communication across multiple levels of the organization.
Customer-focused mindset with proven ability to manage urgent and complex technical requests.
Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Fluency in business English; Japanese language skills are beneficial but not essential.
Willingness to travel internationally up to 50% and to support urgent customer requirements outside of standard working hours.
Why Join Us
This is an excellent opportunity to work within a global engineering environment, supporting critical power generation projects and contributing to the reliability of essential infrastructure. The role offers:
Exposure to multidisciplinary engineering across generators, gas turbines, and steam turbines.
Opportunities for professional development and international experience.
Competitive compensation and benefits package.
A collaborative culture built on technical excellence, integrity, and customer focus.
About us
Mitsubishi Power headquartered in Yokohama, Japan, is a global leading company in the field of thermal power and environmental technologies. We can handle the entire production process from the development, design, manufacturing, construction and commissioning to after-sales service for thermal power plants.
The company has a total of 66 subsidiaries across 17 countries and was established as a joint venture in February 2014, bringing together the thermal power divisions of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Ltd. and Hitachi Ltd.. Mitsubishi Power employs 18,300 staff worldwide and provides solutions for the improvement of operating thermal power generators using the latest digital technology.
Mitsubishi Power Europe is a 100% subsidiary of Mitsubishi Power. As a leading global company in the field of thermal power generation systems and environmental technology, we will continue to meet the expectations of our clients based worldwide in order to contribute to the future of a sustainable society.
Our values
Creativity & Innovation
Accountability & Responsibility
Discipline & Patience
Humility & Empathy
Forward Thinking & Working As One
Passion & Effort
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