Electrical Project Engineer - Power, Substations & BESS

Insight Global

Arlington (VA)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

Insight Global is seeking a Project Engineer with hands-on Electrical Engineering, Substation, and BESS experience to support engineering, design, and delivery of power infrastructure projects from scoping through commissioning.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, external stakeholders, and utility partners to ensure on-time execution while interpreting drawings, specs, and technical documents. Travel up to 25% and strong communication are essential.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (required).
  • 3–5 years of experience in Electrical Engineering, Project Engineering, Substation design/operations, or BESS.
  • Experience with power system tools (ETAP, SKM, PSCAD) is a plus.
  • Experience in renewable energy, utilities developers or EPC firms.
  • Travel up to 25%.

Responsibilities

  • Support engineering, design, and delivery of power infrastructure projects from scoping to commissioning.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, external stakeholders, and utility partners to ensure on-time project execution.
  • Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documents; communicate complex information clearly.
  • Travel up to 25% as required.

Skills

Electrical Eng
Project Engineering
Substation Design
BESS
Power System Tools
Drawing Interpretation
Communication Skills
Travel 25%
Team Player

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

ETAP
SKM
PSCAD

Job description

Insight Global is seeking a Project Engineer with hands-on Electrical Engineering, Substation, and BESS experience to support engineering, design, and delivery of power infrastructure projects from scoping through commissioning.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, external stakeholders, and utility partners to ensure on-time execution while interpreting drawings, specs, and technical documents. Travel up to 25% and strong communication are essential.

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