Project Engineer - Power Gen & Data Center Construction

NiSource; Valparaiso (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

NiSource is seeking a Project Engineer I/II/III to support the engineering and construction of large-scale power generation projects, with a focus on data center infrastructure. You will manage engineering across the project lifecycle, coordinating with project managers, AE firms, and contractors to ensure safe, cost-effective execution.

Roles range from I to III, offering development paths in technical leadership, design, and project execution.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited engineering degree or international equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of PMI/PMBOK and company project management processes.
• Ability to travel as required to support project goals.
• Valid in-state driver's license upon hire.
• Proficiency in standard computer applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Responsibilities

• Promotes and ensures a safe working environment in both office and field settings.
• Manages engineering scope and supports detailed design through all phases of the project life cycle.
• Applies engineering project management practices during conceptual engineering, detailed design, constructability reviews, change control, testing, acceptance, and transition to operations.
• Supports development of product scope into a constructible project scope, including WBS definition, validation, and control.
• Ensures engineering deliverables meet company standards, industry best practices, and regulatory requirements.
• Monitors engineering contractor and AE firm performance for scope, schedule, cost, and quality.
• Coordinates engineering reviews, document control, and drawing reviews with internal stakeholders.
• Applies product and project risk management techniques to reduce technical, schedule, and cost risk.
• Supports project cost development, forecasting, and engineering input to capital estimates.
• Works closely with the Project Manager and project controls team to support schedule, cost, and change management.
• Effectively communicates engineering status, issues, and performance metrics to project leadership.
• Utilizes engineering and project management tools, PMIS, and performance dashboards to monitor progress.
• Assists with RFIs, technical resolutions, and engineering issue close-out

Skills

PM principles

Strong communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Field work adaptability

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

NiSource is seeking a Project Engineer I/II/III to support the engineering and construction of large-scale power generation projects, with a focus on data center infrastructure. You will manage engineering across the project lifecycle, coordinating with project managers, AE firms, and contractors to ensure safe, cost-effective execution.

Roles range from I to III, offering development paths in technical leadership, design, and project execution.