Senior Substation Field Engineer - Transmission (Hybrid)

Brooksource; Maple Grove (MN); Hybrid; USD 69,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Comprehensive health benefits

Paid holidays

Sick time accrual

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Brooksource is seeking an experienced Project Engineer for Transmission Substation Field Engineering in Maple Grove, MN. The role focuses on construction readiness, drawing review, material verification, field inspections, and supporting substation projects across five states.

A formal engineering degree or PE is not required, but field experience is highly valued. This is a long-term contract with hybrid work and travel within MN, WI, MI, ND, SD.

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.

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.

Skills

Substation field experience

Drawings interpretation

Team coordination

Safety compliance

Field inspections

Travel readiness

QA/QC

Communication

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

Brooksource is seeking an experienced Project Engineer for Transmission Substation Field Engineering in Maple Grove, MN. The role focuses on construction readiness, drawing review, material verification, field inspections, and supporting substation projects across five states.

A formal engineering degree or PE is not required, but field experience is highly valued. This is a long-term contract with hybrid work and travel within MN, WI, MI, ND, SD.