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Position may be filled at Project Engineer Level I, II, or III based on qualifications and experience

The Project Engineer supports the engineering and construction execution of largescale power generation projects within the Generation Electric Projects & Construction organization, with a primary focus on mega projects supporting data center infrastructure. This role is responsible for managing engineering activities across the project life cycle, from conceptual engineering through detailed design, construction support, commissioning, and transition to operations.

The Project Engineer applies engineering project management principles to ensure engineered products are safe, constructible, costeffective, and aligned with project scope, schedule, and budget objectives. This position works closely with Project Managers, project controls, internal stakeholders, Architect/Engineer (AE) firms, subject matter experts, and contractors to drive engineering quality, mitigate risk, and support overall project success.

Candidates will be hired at Project Engineer I, II, or III level depending on experience, technical depth, and leadership capability.

• 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

• Monitors 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

• Assists with RFIs, technical resolutions, and engineering issue closeout

Project Engineer I

Role Focus: Learning, technical execution support, and foundational project engineering

• Applies fundamental engineering principles and standard procedures under supervision

• Supports engineering document development, reviews, and coordination

• Assists with constructability reviews and design issue resolution

• Develops working knowledge of PMI / PMBOK and company project management processes

• Requires close guidance from senior engineers or the Project Manager

Project Engineer II

Role Focus: Independent project engineering execution and coordination

• Independently manages defined portions of engineering scope on assigned projects

• Leads coordination with AE firms and internal stakeholders for assigned deliverables

• Evaluates engineering options, technical risks, and recommends solutions

• Manages engineering inputs to project cost, schedule, and risk reviews

• Demonstrates increasing leadership, communication, and decisionmaking capability

Project Engineer III

Role Focus: Senior technical leadership and complex engineering oversight

• Provides technical leadership for large, complex, or highvisibility power generation projects

• Leads and coordinates engineering activities across multiple disciplines and firms

• Mentors and provides technical guidance to Project Engineer I and II staff

• Serves as a key engineering advisor to Project Managers and senior stakeholders

• Applies advanced engineering judgment to optimize design, cost, constructability, and schedule

• Drives continuous improvement and engineering best practices across the organization

Project Engineer I

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology from an ABETaccredited university or international equivalent

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, construction, or industrial 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 utilitybased or power generation environments

All Levels

• Knowledge of standard computer applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

• Proficiency in project management principles

• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse internal and external stakeholders

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to work in adverse field conditions, including elevation, weather, and industrial environments

• Ability to travel as required to support project goals

• Valid instate driver's license upon hire

• 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

This role requires 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.

As a public utility, NiSource is required to provide continuous service to customers at all times. To ensure we fulfill that obligation, employees may be required to work outside their normal work hours and perform tasks outside of their normal responsibilities in support of emergency operations.

Work Authorization

Authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship.

Workplace Connection
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.

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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.comor 1-888-640-3320

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