Project Engineer

Insight Global; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

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

Job Description

Job Summary

We are seeking a motivated Project Engineer with hands‑on experience in Electrical Engineering, Substation systems, and/or Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). In this role, you will support the engineering, design, and delivery of power infrastructure projects from early scoping through commissioning. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, external stakeholders, and utility partners to ensure high‑quality, on‑time project execution.

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to [e-mail]. To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.

Skills and Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (required).
• 3–5 years of experience in one or more of the following:
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Project Engineering
  • Substation design/operations
  • Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)
  • Working knowledge of electrical design standards and industry codes.
  • Experience with power system tools (e.g., ETAP, SKM, PSCAD) is a plus.
• Has worked in the renewable energy sector, utilities developers or EPC firms
• Seeking a strong team player with hands‑on experience working with switchboards, transformers, and inverters
• Strong communication skills are essential; this individual should be articulate and confident
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documents.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to communicate technical information clearly.
• Willingness to travel up to 25%.
• Familiarity with protection & control design, relay settings, or SCADA integration.
• Exposure to project management principles (scheduling, cost tracking, risk mitigation).
• OSHA, PMP, FE, or PE-in-progress is a plus.