Project Planning Engineer

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)