About this opportunity
Brooksource lists this Sr. Project Engineer opportunity in maple grove, Minnesota. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Project Engineer – Transmission Substation Field Engineering
Location: Maple Grove, MN - Hybrid (3 days onsite, 2 day remote)
Travel: MN, WI, MI, ND, SD
Details: Long-term contract, potential for career growth
Comprehensive health benefits, paid holidays, and sick time accrual
50-60/hr DOE
Position Overview
Our Utility client is seeking an experienced Project Engineer to support their Transmission Substation Field Engineering organization through their construction capital portfolio. This role focuses on construction readiness, drawing review, material verification, field inspections, and support of substation construction projects across the 5-state territory. A formal engineering degree or PE is not required; field experience is highly valued.
Business Impact
Ensures projects are construction-ready, materials are accurate and available, safety expectations are met, and field execution proceeds efficiently.
Day-to-Day Responsibilities
Review and interpret substation construction drawings and packages.
Validate material lists against engineering drawings.
Perform QA/QC checks before crew mobilization.
Coordinate with engineering and construction teams.
Conduct field visits approximately two days per week.
Verify field conditions and project progress.
Support crews by identifying constructability concerns.
Document findings and communicate updates.
Promote and uphold client’s safety standards.
Required Qualifications
10+ years of utility, transmission, or substation field experience.
Experience as a General Foreman, Field Engineer, Project Engineer, Superintendent, or similar role.
Ability to read and interpret substation drawings and specifications.
Understanding of material lists and construction packages.
Strong substation construction knowledge.
Valid driver license and ability to travel across five states.
Strong commitment to safety.
Preferred Qualifications
Utility transmission/substation experience.
Construction QA/QC experience.
Project coordination or PM experience.
Experience in utilities industry.
Work Environment
Hybrid schedule based in Maple Grove, MN.
Travel throughout MN, WI, MI, ND, and SD.
Field work in varying weather conditions.
Field days may count toward office requirements.
Why Join This Team?
Support critical transmission infrastructure projects.
Strong team culture and leadership support.
Long-term opportunity with potential conversion.
Exposure to projects across five states.
About Us:
At Brooksource, relationships are the foundation of everything we do. Since 2000, we’ve built lasting partnerships with clients, consultants, and internal teams to deliver an exceptional experience across every engagement. As a trusted IT and Engineering services provider, Brooksource supports Fortune 500 organizations through Experience-Driven Staffing, Professional Services, and Elevate, our proprietary Workforce Transformation program. Whether you're hiring forsoftware development,cloud computing,cybersecurity,data analytics, orenterprise IT, our customized staffing solutions are designed to align with your company’s unique goals, culture, and technology stack. We offer flexible hiring models, includingcontract,contract-to-hire, anddirect placementto meet your evolving business needs. We are a certified partner of leading platforms, including Salesforce, AWS, Microsoft, and Google Cloud, enabling us to deliver scalable, end-to-end technology solutions. With a growing national footprint, Brooksource is redefining expectations in IT consulting, engineering services, and technology workforce solutions.
EEO Statement:
Brooksource is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.
Benefits & Perks
Brooksource offers competitive medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Dependent Care FSA, and supplemental coverage with plans that can fit each employee’s needs. We offer a 401k plan that includes a company match and is fully vested after you become eligible, paid time off, sick time, and paid company holidays. We also offer an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that provides services like virtual counseling, financial services, legal services, life coaching, etc.
Pay Disclaimer
The pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
Disclaimer
Brooksource, Medasource, and Calculated Hire are part of the Eight Eleven Group family of companies and operate under Eight Eleven Group, LLC. All employees receive the same benefits, policies, and terms of employment.
EEO
We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, citizenship, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related conditions), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Benefits & Perks
Calculated Hire offers competitive medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Dependent Care FSA, and supplemental coverage with plans that can fit each employee’s needs. We offer a 401k plan that includes a company match and is fully vested after you become eligible, paid time off, sick time, and paid company holidays. We also offer an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that provides services like virtual counseling, financial services, legal services, life coaching, etc.
Pay Disclaimer
The pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
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Worksite address
maple grove, MN, 55311, US
Who can apply
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