Project Engineer- New Power Generation Construction

Core 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 and decomposition 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
• Maintains monitoring of 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
• Aids in RFIs, technical resolutions, and engineering issue close-out

Required Qualifications

• Project Engineer I: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology from an ABET-accredited university or international equivalent, minimum 4–7 years of engineering experience in utility, construction, or industrial environments
• Project Engineer II: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology from ABET-accredited university or international equivalent, minimum 4–7 years of engineering experience in utility-based or power generation environments
• Project Engineer III: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology from ABET-accredited university or international equivalent, minimum 10+ years of engineering experience in utility-based or power generation environments

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with electric transmission, distribution, or power generation facilities
• Experience working at generating stations or major capital project organizations
• Advanced knowledge of fossil, hydro, and/or renewable power generation systems
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or active pursuit
• Expressed interest or demonstrated potential for future project or people leadership roles

Physical Demands

• Periodic field presence at construction sites, including exposure to noise, weather, elevated platforms, confined spaces, and industrial environments
• Travel and flexible work schedules may be required

Workplace Connection Value

Value inclusion within your day to day responsibilities by respecting others perspectives/convictions, engaging others opinions, creating a safe environment where people, ideas, and opinions are valued within your Team/Customers and external partners.

Respect the unique lived experiences within your Team/Customers and external work partners by valuing different world views, challenges, and cultures that represents all walks of life and all backgrounds.

Treat others with respect and consideration.

Actively participate in creating and contributing to a positive work environment.

Equal Employment Opportunity

NiSource is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in each of its companies to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, disability, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex (including pregnancy, lactation, childbirth or related medical conditions), genetic information, citizenship status, or any protected group status as defined by law.

Each employee is expected to abide by this principle.

ADA Accommodations

If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process or to perform the essential functions of the position, please contact OneHR at OneHR@nisource.com or 1-888-640-3320.

Safety Statement

Promote a safe work environment by actively participating in all aspects of our employee safety program. Report any unsafe conditions and take actions to prevent personal injuries. Support our interdependent safety culture by ensuring the safety of your co-workers. Stay focused on the task at hand and promote productivity through good work habits.

Salary Range

$69,900.00 - $144,900.00