Project Planning Engineer
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Job Location:
Tysons Corner, VA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
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 (25 years) who is passionate about supporting complex mission-critical infrastructure projectsespecially 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 Were 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)
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process such as reviewing applications analyzing resumes or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed please contact us.
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