Job Description
Location: Tysons Corner, VA (HQ) – Onsite with Regular Travel
Team: Early Planning Group
Employment Type: Full-Time
Clearance Requirement: Must be a U.S. Citizen
About the Role
This role is ideal for an engineer early in their career (2–5 years) who is passionate about supporting complex, mission-critical infrastructure projects—especially large-scale data centers and secure facilities. As a Project Planning & Commissioning Engineer, you will support early planning, coordination, and commissioning activities that bring high-performance electrical, mechanical, and control systems online safely, efficiently, and on schedule.
This is an onsite, hands-on position based at the Tysons Corner headquarters, working closely with design, construction, and commissioning teams across multiple disciplines.
Key Responsibilities
Early Project Planning Support
Assist with developing cost models, manpower forecasts, and material tracking systems.
Support alignment of schedules and expectations across engineering, construction, and commissioning stakeholders.
Commissioning Execution Support
Help plan, coordinate, and execute commissioning activities.
Support system readiness checks, testing procedures, SOPs/MOPs, and turnover documentation.
Data-Driven Project Execution
Use tools such as Excel or Power BI to analyze project schedules, commissioning data, and test outcomes.
Provide insights to improve efficiency, sequencing, and operational readiness.
Cross-Functional Field Collaboration
Work with design engineers, construction teams, field technicians, and operations personnel.
Support troubleshooting and ensure seamless system integration during commissioning.
Documentation & Reporting
Maintain accurate documentation for commissioning test results and safety compliance.
Prepare reports, checklists, and closeout packages.
What We’re Looking For
Technical Experience
Experience or coursework in:
Power distribution systems (UPS, ATS, generators, switchgear)
Building automation and mechanical systems
Commissioning tools, test scripts, SOPs/MOPs, and checklists
System testing, field troubleshooting, and system readiness verification
Project planning tools such as MS Project or Primavera P6
Analytical & Planning Skills
Data analysis, forecasting, or project controls experience
Ability to support resource planning, scheduling, and material tracking
Strong skills with Excel, Power BI, or other reporting tools
Soft Skills
Curious, hands-on problem solver comfortable in dynamic field environments
Strong communicator able to collaborate across diverse teams
Highly detail-oriented with disciplined documentation habits
Flexible and willing to travel to active project sites
Career Path May Include:
Project Planning Engineer
Commissioning Engineer
Project Manager or Technical Lead (Mission-Critical Systems)
