Project Engineer

Insight Global; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global is seeking a Project Engineer with experience in BESS projects for data centers. The role involves supporting engineering execution, managing technical scopes, and collaborating with various stakeholders. Candidates should have at least a Bachelor's in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering and 3+ years of related experience. The position offers a hybrid work model in Houston or DC, with potential travel across the U.S. and internationally. This role requires strong knowledge of electrical systems and project engineering processes.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in project engineering, preferably in BESS or data center sectors.
• Strong understanding of electrical system design, relay coordination, and protection & control.

Responsibilities

• Support end-to-end engineering execution of BESS projects.
• Collaborate with customers and contractors on integration of BESS.
• Conduct site walks and support field activities during installation.

Skills

Project Engineering

Electrical Schematics

Microsoft Office

AutoCAD

Energy Storage Systems

High-Voltage Infrastructure

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

ETAP

SKM

Job description

Job Description

• Support the end-to-end engineering execution of BESS projects for data centers, from development to commissioning.
• Manage the technical scope of projects and serve as the technical point of contract to the project manager.
• Coordinate with internal engineering, procurement, and construction teams to ensure project milestones are met.
• Collaborate with customers, EPC contractors, OEMs, and design consultants on integration of BESS with data center electrical infrastructure.
• Review and validate system designs (electrical, civil, mechanical) and vendor submittals to ensure technical compliance and quality.
• Design and develop Single line diagrams, Schematics, Wiring diagrams for Battery storage systems

Prepare Electrical Equipment Specifications, Data Sheets, Purchase Requisitions and Bid evaluations for inverters, Switchgear, Transformers and other electrical equipment as required.

• Develop Short circuit, load flow, and arc flash studies using software such as ETAP.
• Assist in developing project schedules, procurement plans, and technical documentation.
• Conduct site walks and support field activities during installation and commissioning.
• Participate in Factory and Site Acceptance Testing (FAT/SAT) of BESS components and systems.
• Identify technical risks and propose mitigation strategies in coordination with Project Management.
• Ensure all work is compliant with relevant codes (e.g., NEC, IEEE, NFPA) and On Energy Storage’s internal standards.

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Skills and Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or other engineering discipline.

3+ years of experience in project engineering, preferably within the BESS, electrical infrastructure, or data center sectors.

• Familiarity with energy storage systems (CATL, Sungrow, Tesla, etc.) and high-voltage infrastructure.
• Strong understanding of electrical schematics, single-line diagrams, and equipment layouts.
• Strong understanding of the electrical system design, system studies, relay coordination, and protection & control.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, power system study programs (Ex. ETAP, SKM).
• Basic understanding of Civil, Mechanical, and Structural work.
• Ability to read and understand project owner specifications and engineering drawings
• Hybrid in Office up to 3 days a week either in Houston or DC area and ability to travel to project sites across the U.S and internationally as needed (up to 30%). - Experience working on EPC or design-build projects in the energy or critical infrastructure sector in North America.
• Familiarity with commissioning protocols and QA/QC procedures for electrical systems.
• PE or EIT certification is a plus.