Job Title: Test and Field Service Engineer
Location: Chicago, IL 60638 (50% Travel - Passport Required)
Duration: Contract to Hire
Pay Rate: $30 - $33hr
Summary
The Test and Field Service Engineer provides testing and service support for all machines built by the Client. They also repair, test and calibrate machines in the field at customer sites. This job description indicates the general nature and level of the work that is expected. It is not designed to contain a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities. Other duties may be required.
Work Environment
Responsibilities associated with this position are typically performed in an office setting or designated administrative area and in the production area. Movement through industrial or manufacturing areas is required along with the use of appropriate personal protective wear and consistent observance of established safety policies at all times. Travel may be as high as 50% of the role, and a passport is required.
Primary Responsibilities
Minimum Requirements
ASEE or trade school degree in EET or equivalent experienceMinimum of two (2) years of experience in similar organization or industryProficiency using computer-based data entry systems such as MS OfficeKnowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.Company DescriptionESPO Engineering, established in 1965, is a premier Technical Recruiting and Staffing firm.Job Title: Sr Mechanical Engineer
Location: Chicago, IL 60638
Duration: Contract to Hire
Pay Rate: $90k - $120k
Summary
The Sr. Mechanical Engineer designs mechanical components and assemblies in a cost-effective manner that meets customer specifications and necessary product performance for automated welding equipment and Additive Manufacturing Systems. This job description indicates the general nature and level of the work that is expected. It is not a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities. Other duties may be required.
Work Environment
Responsibilities associated with this position are typically performed in an office setting or designated administrative area and requires occasional visits to customer facilities, vendor facilities and trade shows/conferences. Movement through industrial or manufacturing areas is required along with the use of appropriate personal protective wear and consistent observance of established safety policies at all times.
Primary Responsibilities
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical EngineeringExperience in cost reduction activitiesExperience using Creo/Pro-E modeling software5+ years of mechanical design experience, specifically in assemblies for machine toolsExperience with electro-mechanical sensors, servo controls, large weldments and gear boxes preferredTools
MS Office, Creo/Pro-E, Windchill PLM
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Electrical CAD Technician
12 month contract
Chesterfield, MO
Job Description:
The Technician will function as a member of a technical team alongside Designers, Engineers, and Project Managers and will be responsible for the creation and revision of technical drawings associated with the design and engineering of electrical substations.
Responsibilities:
Requirements:
Minimum Associate's degree in CAD related program or specialized CAD certification plus 2 years of relevant drafting experience.Minimum of a 3.0 GPA.Proficient in AutoCAD.Experience with AutoCAD Electrical is a plus.Experience with Revit is a plus.Self-motivated and eager learner, aptitude to grow and develop within the field.Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with engineers, project managers, clients, and other stakeholders.Strong problem solving and analytical skills.Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook.Highly organized with the ability to manage documentation and priorities across multiple projects simultaneously.Strong attention to detail with a commitment to producing accurate, high-quality work.Demonstrated technical aptitude with the ability and willingness to quickly learn new software platforms, systems, and technologies.Demonstrated initiative to identify process improvements and implement more efficient ways of working.Candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently (i.e. without time limitations, without restrictions or without need for work sponsorship) in the country where this position is located.
ESPO Corporation
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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.
Project Manager General
12 month contract
Glen Allen, VA
Job Descript
The Project Manager will lead and motivate a team in the day-to-day management of project safety, quality, schedule, cost control, contracts, risk, suppliers, proposals, estimates, documentation turnover, client relations/management, field staff and other duties required to execute Design-Only, Engineer Procure Construct (EPC), Construction Management, Construction, and Program Management projects. The Project Manager leads projects from inception to completion and may perform the role of EPC Project Manager or Program Manager, as well as provide guidance to others performing these roles as required by the specific project. The Projion:ect Manager is responsible for overall project execution and successful completion of projects on time and within budget. Provide leadership and guidance of all aspects of multi-discipline engineering projects from concept to completion, including overall safety, quality, engineering, procurement, construction, environmental compliance, project controls, and public/community relations.
Requirements:
Bachelor Degree in engineering, construction management or related degree from accredited program and min 7 years applicable/relevant experience is Required.(School must be accredited and internship exp doesn't count towards the years of exp).Prior experience on construction project sites or executing program management in the industries of aviation, commercial, energy, government, manufacturing, oil & gas, process, transmission & distribution, or water is preferred.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and attention to detail.Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, demanding work environment, ability to work overtime on short notice.Excellent computer skills and proficiency using Microsoft OfficeAbility to work collaboratively with others (owners, contractors, engineers, designCandidates must be legally authorized to work permanently (i.e., without time limitations, without restrictions or without need for work sponsorship) in the country where this position is located.
ESPO Corporation
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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.
Staff Purchaser
12 month contract
Fairburn, GA
Job Summary
The Staff Purchaser manages a $15M annual procurement portfolio, securing highly engineered equipment and consumable materials essential for the distribution grid. This role oversees the balance of material availability with working capital constraints by optimizing reorder points and safety stock levels. A key focus is providing materials-related oversight to a Third-Party Logistics (3PL) provider and 12 field subcontractors to guarantee seamless supply chain execution for field operations.
Core Responsibilities
Requirements:
Job Requirements
Education:
Preferred Qualifications
Utility Governance: Foundational knowledge of FERC, NERC, and state utility commission regulations governing grid materials and asset management.Enterprise Asset Systems: Functional proficiency using IBM Maximo Asset Management or a similar utility-grade ERP for inventory control and purchase order processing.Industry Credentials: Professional certifications such as Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) or Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP).
ESPO Corporation
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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.
Project Environmental Coordinator
6 month contract
Semora, NC
Job Description:
A Project Environmental Coordinator assists Project Management and various Crafts and Departments as necessary to maintain environmental compliance. Under the direction of the Project Manager at the construction site, the successful incumbent will assists with all project site environmental compliance activities as required by government regulations, permits obtained by the Project Owner and delegated by contract to ZII, permits obtained by ZII, its affiliates or partnering companies, and other environmental requirements as may be approved by either the Project Manager or the Corporate Environmental Stewardship Team.
Responsibilities:
Assists Project on compliance issues
Assists implementation and update of the Site Environmental Management Plan
Daily site inspections including preparation of daily reports or logs
Assists with permit management and implementation
Assist coordination of corrective action for compliance deficiencies
Spill response and mitigation including assistance with incident reports
Assist personnel orientation and training in environmental responsibilities
Assist Project Management with Subcontractor environmental commitments and responsibilities
Waste storage, handling, and disposal management assistance according to regulations
Petroleum storage and handling oversight including fuel storage tanks, drums and containers, lubricants, and other petroleum by-products
Assist with additional environmental responsibilities as may be required
Assist with animal and endangered species control
Assist with material recordkeeping and storage oversight including Flammable Storage Cabinets
Others duties as assigned in support of the project or corporate initiatives
Job Requirements:
High School Graduate or GED Personable and able to work with all levels of construction project crafts and management personnel to successfully coordinate and complete work requirements.
Self-starter able to take charge with minimum supervision
Advanced training or education in Environmental or Technical Field
Knowledgeable of the many construction project site environmental compliance issues and applicable regulations including but not limited to Storm Water Best Management Practices; Spill Prevention and Management, wetlands, process water control, waste storage and disposal, and fuel storage
Computer skills in MS Office Suite: Word, Excel, etc...
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Engineering or in a related technical discipline.
Physical Demands:
Employee will be required to adhere to large amounts of standing, walking, bending, squatting and lifting.
Will talk and hear to communicate.
Will use arms and hands to signal, grab, hold, turn, push, and pull: objects, materials, controls and tools.
May be required to lift, carry and move up to 50lbs.
Will work at heights, climb ladders and stairways, work off of platforms and man lifts, and may occasionally work out on an open structure using the appropriate fall protection requirements.
Will be required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including but not limited to: hard hat, safety glasses/goggles, ear plugs/muffs, masks/respirators, safety vests, gloves and leather work boots.
Work Environment:
Will work in all weather conditions ranging from warm/hot – cool/cold. Occasional rain. Will work at different elevations. May be required to work in close, confined spaces for a long period of time. Noise levels will be moderate to high.
ESPO Corporation
www.espocorp.com
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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.
Company DescriptionESPO Engineering, established in 1965, is a premier Technical Recruiting and Staffing firm.
Principal Civil/Structural Engineer
Direct Hire
Charlotte, NC
Job Description:
Our client is seeking a Principal Civil/Structural Engineer to support major Power and Industrial projects in Charlotte, NC. This role serves as the senior technical authority for structural engineering, providing leadership, design oversight, and technical guidance across multiple projects from FEL/FEED through EPC execution.
What You'll Do
Serve as the technical authority for structural engineering on Power and Industrial projects.
Lead the design and review of structural steel, reinforced concrete, and foundation systems.
Review and approve calculations, specifications, technical studies, and engineering deliverables.
Develop technical specifications and scopes of work for structural and geotechnical materials.
Provide technical leadership during FEL/FEED, detailed design, and EPC execution.
Lead resolution of complex engineering challenges and non-standard design conditions.
Mentor engineers and support technical development across the organization.
Interface with clients, project management, and engineering leadership as a trusted advisor.
Ensure compliance with applicable codes, safety requirements, and quality standards.
Support constructability reviews, material selection, site walkdowns, construction support, and troubleshoot.
Coordinate across disciplines to ensure safe, timely, and high-quality project delivery.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering from an ABET-accredited university.
15+ years of structural engineering experience supporting Power, Energy, or Industrial facilities.
Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
Strong expertise in structural steel, reinforced concrete, and foundation design.
Thorough understanding of AISC, ACI, and applicable building codes.
Experience with STAAD Pro, RISA, Enercalc, or similar structural analysis software.
Proven ability to lead complex technical decisions and mentor engineering teams.
Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills.
Ability to thrive in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.
Preferred Qualifications
Structural Engineer (SE) license.
Master's degree in Structural Engineering or related discipline.
Experience supporting large EPC and design-build projects.
Power generation, utility, chemical, or heavy industrial project experience.
Construction support and field engineering experience.
Job Title: Reliability & Asset Management Engineer (Transmission Line)
Location: Spencer, Indiana This is a hybrid position; however, the successful candidate will need to still live or relocate within approximately 1-2 hours of Spencer, IN to be available for any site visits and office time.
Job Type and Duration: Direct Hire
Pay range: $95,000 - $127,000 yearly
Reliability and Asset Management Engineer (Transmission Line) in Spencer, Indiana
POSITION SUMMARY
Monitors and evaluates the performance and condition of power system assets in order to comply with the corporate asset management strategy and ensure necessary investments are made to maintain long-term reliability. Analyzes and reports on reliability and performance data and determines solutions to resolve reliability and performance issues. Keeps informed of evolving asset management practices and equipment monitoring technologies in use at peer utilities. Recommends changes to maintenance practices and maintains the long-term maintenance program documents for Hoosier Energy assets. Serves as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) where necessary. Represents Hoosier Energy in industry peer groups.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Monitors and analyzes outage data to determine root causes of significant eventsServes as point of contact to member systems and neighboring utility personnel and reports on reliability measures on a regular basisWorks with internal and external experts and stakeholders to develop plans which address areas of reliability concernReviews and improves reporting and communication methods and proceduresActively participates in NATF, EPRI, IEEE and other peer groupsSupports the compliance department as necessary to comply with NERC/RRO compliance standardsRepresents Hoosier Energy as Subject Matter Expert during NERC/RRO auditsResearches inspection and maintenance techniques of peer utilities and trade organizations, and recommends changes when improvement opportunities existRecommends plans, projects or procedures which may improve reliability, enhance compliance and/or reduce costSubmits projects for inclusion in the budget and work planMaintains Hoosier Energy's asset and maintenance management systems to capture work detailed in maintenance programs with support from IT as necessaryDevelops processes and procedures to maintain up-to-date asset and maintenance activity records. Explores and evaluates process improvements for capturing data.Monitors equipment performance and performs long-term maintenance planning. Analyzes and evaluates work order trends for long-term implications. Assesses remaining equipment life, probability of failure and related risk assessment as a basis for developing contingency plans and alternative solutionsDevelops long-term optimized plan for operations asset replacements and/or repairs based on appropriate economic and risk considerationsDevelops and maintains appropriate analytical tools (i.e. models and databases according to established quality procedures) to support decision makingResearches industry equipment issues and analyzes potential implications to the power system assetsParticipates in all areas of responsibility to assure accomplishment of corporate initiativesPerforms other duties as assignedJOB SPECIFICATIONS
Education:
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or technical discipline with combined experience to understand the operation of electric utility system and perform technical analysis and assessments minimumExperience:
Five years' experience in the electric utility / power industry minimumFive years of electrical utility experience in maintenance or planning is preferredSkills and Abilities:
Ability to communicate with individuals at all levels and work as part of a teamExceptional member and customer service orientationAbility to perform tasks on time and with a positive, professional attitudeAbility to manage multiple projects with varying scopes and timelinesAbility to exercise flexibility to work effectively in a changing environmentStrong problem solving and decision-making skills to identify, anticipate and resolve problemsAdvanced computer and technological skillsExisting knowledge of the power industry, including construction, maintenance, and operation of generation systems, high voltage transmission lines and substations, metering, relays, and communication systemsUnderstanding of processes and procedures impacted by generation, transmission, and distribution system reliability and performanceDemonstrated proficiency in database and spreadsheet managementValid Indiana driver's license requiredJob Title: Geotechnical Engineer - Ground Improvement
Location: (3 locations): Houston, TX; Atlanta, GA; and Charleston, SC
Job Type and Duration:6-months On-Site, then Hybrid; Direct-Hire
Pay range: $90,000 - $120,000
Overview
Ground Improvement Design Engineer with 2–5 years of experience to support the growing portfolio of geotechnical construction projects across the U.S. This role is ideal for an engineer who wants to move beyond traditional consulting into a design-build environment, working on complex, high-impact projects and seeing designs carried through construction.
We are especially interested in candidates with direct ground improvement or specialty geotechnical contracting experience, but we will also consider strong candidates from geotechnical consulting firms.
Key Responsibilities
Typical project scopes include ground improvement, deep foundations, earth retention, slope stabilization, and underpinning.
Required / Desired Qualifications
Job Title: Plant Electrical Engineer
Location: Ottawa, IL
Job Type and Duration: Onsite, Direct-Hire
Pay range: $100,000 - $130,000
Our client, a well-established manufacturing organization, is seeking an experienced Plant Electrical Engineer to join their team. This hands-on role is responsible for supporting plant operations through electrical system design, equipment reliability improvements, troubleshooting, maintenance support, and capital project execution.
Key Responsibilities
Coordinate electrical equipment installations and ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards.Troubleshoot production equipment and lead critical repairs, replacements, and preventative maintenance initiatives.Develop solutions to improve equipment reliability, efficiency, and throughput.Create, maintain, and update electrical drawings using AutoCAD.Design and improve electrical systems, controls, and equipment components.Inspect installations and operations to ensure compliance with design specifications and safety requirements.Support OSHA compliance efforts and equipment safety reviews.Assist with vendor evaluations, new technology integration, and equipment prototyping.Participate in capital projects involving new equipment purchases, upgrades, and major repairs.Manage project timelines, budgets, and deliverables to ensure successful completion.Mentor maintenance personnel and provide technical guidance as needed.Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering preferred, with 5-8 years of hands-on experience in a manufacturing or plant environment; equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.Strong PLC programming and troubleshooting experience, specifically with Omron and Allen-Bradley systems.Experience with Pro-face and Allen-Bradley HMI programming.Knowledge of relay logic, machine troubleshooting, AC/DC motors, and electrical controls.Working knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatics; steam systems is required.Ability to read and develop electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic schematics, and P&IDs is a must.Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel.Strong organizational, problem-solving, and project management skills.Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.Japanese language skills are a plus but not required.