Data Center Project Engineer - Entry Level

IES Mission Critical; Chester (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Health insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

IES Commercial, Inc. – DBA IES Electrical, is seeking an Entry Level Project Engineer in Chester, Virginia, for full-time work on data center construction and infrastructure projects. You will assist with day-to-day coordination, schedule tracking, and review of drawings and submittals under senior guidance.

You will gain hands-on exposure to electrical, mechanical, and IT infrastructures, supporting safety programs and quality control while collaborating with contractors and engineering teams.

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of construction or engineering principles.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings with guidance.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Proficient knowledge of Outlook and MS Office (Excel, Word).
• Willingness to learn and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Electrical Field experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assists project managers with day-to-day project coordination.
• Supports tracking of schedules, budgets, and material deliveries.
• Reviews drawings, submittals, and technical documentation.
• Assists in coordination of contractors, vendors, and engineering teams.
• Participates in site walks, inspections, and progress meetings.
• Assists with quality control and safety compliance efforts.
• Supports testing, commissioning, and system handover activities.
• Maintains organized project files and reports.
• Identifies issues and advises senior team members.
• Ensures compliance with company and customer safety policies and procedures.
• Performs work on and off Project Sites.

Skills

Reading drawings

MS Office

Communication

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Electrical field experience a plus

Tools

Outlook

MS Excel

MS Word

Job description

IES Commercial, Inc. – DBA IES Electrical, is seeking an Entry Level Project Engineer in Chester, Virginia, for full-time work on data center construction and infrastructure projects. You will assist with day-to-day coordination, schedule tracking, and review of drawings and submittals under senior guidance.

You will gain hands-on exposure to electrical, mechanical, and IT infrastructures, supporting safety programs and quality control while collaborating with contractors and engineering teams.