Staff Distribution Engineer 6 month contract to hire Bloomington, MN Job Description: Distribution Engineer with 2-4 years of experience supporting the planning, design, and execution of electric utility infrastructure projects. Works collaboratively with project managers, engineers, designers, clients, and construction personnel to deliver safe, reliable, and cost-effective solutions for electric distribution systems. Responsible for coordinating project activities, supporting engineering and design efforts, tracking schedules and budgets, and assisting with project execution from initial planning through construction and closeout. This role provides opportunities to develop both technical and project management skills while working on utility modernization, reliability, and capital improvement programs. Key Responsibilities • Support the execution of electric utility projects involving overhead and underground distribution systems. • Coordinate with engineers, designers, utility personnel, contractors, and external stakeholders to ensure project objectives are met. • Assist in developing project scopes, schedules, budgets, and resource plans. • Track project progress, deliverables, risks, and action items. • Participate in client meetings and document key decisions and follow-up actions. • Review engineering drawings, design packages, and technical documents for completeness and quality. • Support construction activities by responding to field questions and assisting with issue resolution. • Conduct site visits to verify existing conditions and support project planning and design. • Assist with permitting, environmental reviews, easement coordination, and regulatory compliance activities. • Support development of cost estimates, material forecasts, and project reports. • Coordinate with operations, maintenance, and construction teams to facilitate project implementation. • Maintain project documentation and assist with status reporting and forecasting. • Identify potential project risks and communicate concerns to project leadership. Required Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline. • 2-4 years of engineering, utility, infrastructure, or consulting experience. • Strong organizational and communication skills. • Ability to manage multiple assignments and priorities. • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel. • Valid driver's license with the ability to travel to project sites as needed. Preferred Qualifications • Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification. • Experience supporting electric utility or power delivery projects. • Familiarity with utility standards and construction practices. • Experience with GIS, AutoCAD, MicroStation, SAP, or project scheduling software. • Understanding of project management fundamentals, including scope, schedule, and budget management. Areas of Development • Project planning and execution • Utility client coordination • Distribution system engineering • Construction support • Cost estimating and forecasting • Risk management • Stakeholder communication • Schedule and budget tracking • Utility permitting and compliance Career Path • This position is designed for engineers seeking to develop into future project managers and technical leaders. Successful candidates will gain experience managing project scope, coordinating multidisciplinary teams, supporting utility clients, and delivering capital improvement projects while building the skills necessary for advancement into senior engineering and project management roles Travel: • 10% - client site visit within Twin Cities area ESPO Corporation www.espocorp.com 630-789-2525 View all open jobs at www.espocorp.com/jobs Leaders in Technical Recruiting & Staffing since 1965 ESPO has a comprehensive benefits package which includes PTO, Group Health and Dental Insurance, and 401k after you have satisfied the necessary waiting periods. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value the benefits of diversity in our workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, or any other attribute or protected characteristic by law. If you need assistance applying, please get in touch with us directly.