{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"efbfb9853aed318eb57cfa83","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/efbfb9853aed318eb57cfa83","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/efbfb9853aed318eb57cfa83","title":"Project Engineer","description":"Summary\nManage the project engineering and detailed design phase and manage engineering services during the project life cycle for designated projects within the Generation Major Projects organization. Projects managed by this organization typically range from ~$10M to over $500M in total spend. This team performs large and or complex projects or engineering studies for NIPSCO which includes projects supporting electric generation, electric transmission, environmental remediation, and other scopes of work of larger size or with higher complexity. Projects are typically first of their kind for NIPSCO and almost always multi-year.\nApply engineering project management during the project life cycle including project initiation / conceptual engineering, engineering planning, detailed design and drawing submittal, constructability reviews, change control, product testing and acceptance, transition of the product or service to the internal customer and ensure optimum product performance.\nManage the development of the engineered product (product scope) and decomposition into a constructible project scope solution while achieving the integrated project objectives. Ensures the elaboration of product scope via best engineering practices and industry standards into specifications that translates into effective project scope definition, integration and organization (WBS), and associated validation and control. Manages and ensures product quality through engineering contractor / Architectural Engineer (AE) performance is maintained. Applies effective product risk management competence into the design packages and drawings.\nApply engineering and project management capability and competence utilizing engineering standards and best practice application to ensure optimum NIPSCO rate of return on its product investments\nIntegrate and manage both internal and external stakeholders, operations, AE’s, Subject Matter Experts (SME’s), etc. to ensure the highest project success rate. Effectively communicate and disseminate relevant engineering status, work performance information, and other pertinent project information to the project management team, project team, and impacted product stakeholders. Provide proactive environment for design optimization.\nSelection and utilize optimum engineering tools and techniques; engineering planning, engineering performance, engineering monitoring and control, quality testing, inspection and measurement. Integrate the use of project management tools, techniques, and information management systems to the project and its contractors in order to advance the product, effectively communicate, report, and control engineering performance.\nPrincipal Duties and Responsibilities\nPROJECT ENGINEER I\nPromotes and assures safe working environment\nUnderstanding of basic engineering/technical theories and principles\nUnderstanding of basic practices of researching technical design issues\nAbility to evaluate options and risks and then preparing and presenting those recommendations to the project manager\nAbility to read/interpret drawings/standards and assist in analyzing/solving problems\nAbility to perform duties under close supervision\nDevelops, reviews or prepares reports on complex technical subjects clearly, concisely and effectively, in a manner suitable for presentation to management, professional societies, regulatory bodies, etc.\nAbility to work closely with contractors to review project scope and obtain a proposal\nUtilize PMI and PMBOK standards to ensure project execution is aligned with the group’s project management guidelines and processes\nWorks closely with the Project Manager and project controls team to manage various aspects of the project’s schedule and cost\nManages the outside engineering firm to ensure scope, schedule, cost, and quality is maintained at all times\nCoordinates and reviews all relevant project documents and drawings with internal stakeholders\nWorks with engineering firms to provide engineering solutions that effectively meet the project’s goals and objectives, while still adhering to the financial goals of the Company and maintain projects within budgetary constraints\nWorks a flexible schedule, including overtime, as needed to meet project goals and objectives\nProvide cost effective solutions and follow through to provide resolution as issues arise\nDevelop and maintain applicable project Request for Information (RFI) logs\nPROJECT ENGINEER II\nPromotes and assures safe working environment\nAll of the qualifications for a Project Engineer I including:\nIncreased understanding of basic engineering/technical theories and principles.\nIncreased understanding of basic practices of researching technical design issues\nIncreased ability to evaluate options and risks and make sound recommendations to both the project manager and senior management\nDemonstrates competency in analytical techniques necessary to handle assignments of moderate complexity. (e.g., by dividing the problem into component steps, and performing the analysis necessary to complete each step.)\nExhibits ability to understand interrelationship between systems and component equipment\nAbility to initiate corrective action when project objectives are not being met\nEnhanced understanding of project management principles\nEnhanced ability to effectively manage project risk\nAbility to perform duties with minimal direction from higher-level employees\nRequired Qualifications for Position\nGraduate from a four year ABET accredited college or university with a Bachelor of Science in Engineering OR Engineering Technology\nMinimum of 5 years of engineering experience in an electric utility environment\nKnowledge of applicable computer applications, such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint\nAbility to deal with a variety of individuals from various backgrounds\nGood written and oral communication skills\nFunction as a an active team member and contributor\nAbility to plan safety into a comprehensive work scope and/or plan\nAbility to work in adverse conditions, such climbing to elevated platforms and in all weather conditions\nAbility to lead and facilitate meetings effectively\nValid Driver’s License\nAbility to travel to support project goals and objectives\nPreferred Additional Qualifications for Position\nElectrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology four year degree with experience with Electric Transmission and Distribution Systems\nAbility to apply basic principles of project management\nProject Management Professional (PMP) Certification\nWorking knowledge on how the dependency of interrelated activities within a project schedule function\nKnowledge of the processes associated with Fossil Power, Hydro Power, and/or Renewables\nCompensation:\n$65,900 - $116,200\nDisclaimer\nThis description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of the position.\nWork Authorization\nAuthorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship.\nInclusion & Diversity\nValue 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.\nRespect and take into consideration diversity within your Team/Customers and external work partners by valuing different world views, challenges, and cultures that represent all walks of life and all backgrounds.\nTreat others with respect and consideration. Actively participate in creating and contributing to a positive work environment.\nEqual Employment Opportunity\nNiSource 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.\nBy applying, you may be considered for other job opportunities.\nSafety Statement\nPromote 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.\nSalary Range:\n$65,900.00 - $136,600.00\nPosting Start Date:\n2024-08-20\nPosting End Date (if applicable):\nPlease note that the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.","company":"NiSource","rawCompany":"nisource","city":"Valparaiso","state":"FL","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-04-23T08:57:41.222Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-2199.00","title":"Engineers, All Other","slug":"engineers-all-other"},{"code":"13-1082.00","title":"Project Management Specialists","slug":"project-management-specialists"},{"code":"11-9041.00","title":"Architectural and Engineering Managers","slug":"architectural-and-engineering-managers"}],"industries":[{"code":"541330","title":"Engineering Services","slug":"engineering-services"},{"code":"237990","title":"Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction","slug":"other-heavy-and-civil-engineering-construction"},{"code":"236220","title":"Commercial and Institutional Building Construction","slug":"commercial-and-institutional-building-construction"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Project Engineer","description":"Summary\nManage the project engineering and detailed design phase and manage engineering services during the project life cycle for designated projects within the Generation Major Projects organization. Projects managed by this organization typically range from ~$10M to over $500M in total spend. This team performs large and or complex projects or engineering studies for NIPSCO which includes projects supporting electric generation, electric transmission, environmental remediation, and other scopes of work of larger size or with higher complexity. Projects are typically first of their kind for NIPSCO and almost always multi-year.\nApply engineering project management during the project life cycle including project initiation / conceptual engineering, engineering planning, detailed design and drawing submittal, constructability reviews, change control, product testing and acceptance, transition of the product or service to the internal customer and ensure optimum product performance.\nManage the development of the engineered product (product scope) and decomposition into a constructible project scope solution while achieving the integrated project objectives. Ensures the elaboration of product scope via best engineering practices and industry standards into specifications that translates into effective project scope definition, integration and organization (WBS), and associated validation and control. Manages and ensures product quality through engineering contractor / Architectural Engineer (AE) performance is maintained. Applies effective product risk management competence into the design packages and drawings.\nApply engineering and project management capability and competence utilizing engineering standards and best practice application to ensure optimum NIPSCO rate of return on its product investments\nIntegrate and manage both internal and external stakeholders, operations, AE’s, Subject Matter Experts (SME’s), etc. to ensure the highest project success rate. Effectively communicate and disseminate relevant engineering status, work performance information, and other pertinent project information to the project management team, project team, and impacted product stakeholders. Provide proactive environment for design optimization.\nSelection and utilize optimum engineering tools and techniques; engineering planning, engineering performance, engineering monitoring and control, quality testing, inspection and measurement. Integrate the use of project management tools, techniques, and information management systems to the project and its contractors in order to advance the product, effectively communicate, report, and control engineering performance.\nPrincipal Duties and Responsibilities\nPROJECT ENGINEER I\nPromotes and assures safe working environment\nUnderstanding of basic engineering/technical theories and principles\nUnderstanding of basic practices of researching technical design issues\nAbility to evaluate options and risks and then preparing and presenting those recommendations to the project manager\nAbility to read/interpret drawings/standards and assist in analyzing/solving problems\nAbility to perform duties under close supervision\nDevelops, reviews or prepares reports on complex technical subjects clearly, concisely and effectively, in a manner suitable for presentation to management, professional societies, regulatory bodies, etc.\nAbility to work closely with contractors to review project scope and obtain a proposal\nUtilize PMI and PMBOK standards to ensure project execution is aligned with the group’s project management guidelines and processes\nWorks closely with the Project Manager and project controls team to manage various aspects of the project’s schedule and cost\nManages the outside engineering firm to ensure scope, schedule, cost, and quality is maintained at all times\nCoordinates and reviews all relevant project documents and drawings with internal stakeholders\nWorks with engineering firms to provide engineering solutions that effectively meet the project’s goals and objectives, while still adhering to the financial goals of the Company and maintain projects within budgetary constraints\nWorks a flexible schedule, including overtime, as needed to meet project goals and objectives\nProvide cost effective solutions and follow through to provide resolution as issues arise\nDevelop and maintain applicable project Request for Information (RFI) logs\nPROJECT ENGINEER II\nPromotes and assures safe working environment\nAll of the qualifications for a Project Engineer I including:\nIncreased understanding of basic engineering/technical theories and principles.\nIncreased understanding of basic practices of researching technical design issues\nIncreased ability to evaluate options and risks and make sound recommendations to both the project manager and senior management\nDemonstrates competency in analytical techniques necessary to handle assignments of moderate complexity. (e.g., by dividing the problem into component steps, and performing the analysis necessary to complete each step.)\nExhibits ability to understand interrelationship between systems and component equipment\nAbility to initiate corrective action when project objectives are not being met\nEnhanced understanding of project management principles\nEnhanced ability to effectively manage project risk\nAbility to perform duties with minimal direction from higher-level employees\nRequired Qualifications for Position\nGraduate from a four year ABET accredited college or university with a Bachelor of Science in Engineering OR Engineering Technology\nMinimum of 5 years of engineering experience in an electric utility environment\nKnowledge of applicable computer applications, such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint\nAbility to deal with a variety of individuals from various backgrounds\nGood written and oral communication skills\nFunction as a an active team member and contributor\nAbility to plan safety into a comprehensive work scope and/or plan\nAbility to work in adverse conditions, such climbing to elevated platforms and in all weather conditions\nAbility to lead and facilitate meetings effectively\nValid Driver’s License\nAbility to travel to support project goals and objectives\nPreferred Additional Qualifications for Position\nElectrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology four year degree with experience with Electric Transmission and Distribution Systems\nAbility to apply basic principles of project management\nProject Management Professional (PMP) Certification\nWorking knowledge on how the dependency of interrelated activities within a project schedule function\nKnowledge of the processes associated with Fossil Power, Hydro Power, and/or Renewables\nCompensation:\n$65,900 - $116,200\nDisclaimer\nThis description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of the position.\nWork Authorization\nAuthorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship.\nInclusion & Diversity\nValue 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.\nRespect and take into consideration diversity within your Team/Customers and external work partners by valuing different world views, challenges, and cultures that represent all walks of life and all backgrounds.\nTreat others with respect and consideration. Actively participate in creating and contributing to a positive work environment.\nEqual Employment Opportunity\nNiSource 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.\nBy applying, you may be considered for other job opportunities.\nSafety Statement\nPromote 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.\nSalary Range:\n$65,900.00 - $136,600.00\nPosting Start Date:\n2024-08-20\nPosting End Date (if applicable):\nPlease note that the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.","datePosted":"2026-04-23T08:57:41.222Z","dateModified":"2026-04-23T08:57:41.222Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"NiSource","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Valparaiso","addressRegion":"FL","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"efbfb9853aed318eb57cfa83"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/efbfb9853aed318eb57cfa83"}}