Who We Are

Hargrove supplies unparalleled services in engineering, procurement, construction management, and technical services in the industrial, commercial, and government sectors. With over 2,700 Teammates in 19 offices domestically and internationally, we build long-term support relationships in the energy generation, manufacturing, research and development, and process-heavy industry in on-site support arrangements, in plant-level small projects and consulting roles, and in larger capital projects.

Hargrove’s key operating principle is to provide the Right People, in the Right Place, at the Right Time. We believe that relationships and partnering together provide the best results and long-term benefits for our clients.

Work-life balance and flexibility are important areas of focus for Hargrove. We’re happy to discuss flexible working hours, patterns, and locations to suit you and the business. important areas of focus for Hargrove. We’re happy to discuss flexible working hours, patterns, and locations to suit you and the business.

What You'll Be Doing

Job Scope: This fast paced position requires timely decisions, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to successfully communicate expectations and results. The successful candidate must stay abreast of assigned operating units’ plans, needs, and activities, while providing leadership and training to the areas’ maintenance staff. They will be expected to generate work scopes detailing the equipment’s fabrication or repair requirements with consideration for safety, environment, budget, inspection and schedule. In addition, they must be able to review and approve drawings and engineering calculations.  The role is located in Westlake, LA.

Primary responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

• Provide mechanical engineering support for all fixed equipment assets in assigned area(s) of responsibility.

• Exhibit basic understanding of FMEA methodology.

• Optimize inspection strategies and develop repair plans to improve long-term equipment reliability.

• Analyze inspection findings, assess remaining life of fixed assets, and provide recommendations for repairs and replacements using life cycle cost methodology.

• Ensure recommended repairs are consistent with applicable industry codes, standards, and best practices.

• Support RCAs on bad actor equipment and high criticality equipment failures.

• Identify and act upon opportunities for improvement, track equipment history, and update maintenance procedures as necessary.

• This position requires consistent presence within process operating units.

• Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills including an orientation to team development.

• Utilize SAP, Meridium, and other software tools to support planning, scheduling, and coordination of inspections and other mechanical activities

• Effectively communicate status updates to supervision and leadership, including development and communication of critical KPIs

• Demonstrate robust understanding of inspection compliance management

• Position will also require periodic scheduled and unscheduled overtime.

• Travel time is less than 10%.

Ideal Background

Education: Bachelor or Master of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited university is required.  

Registration: Professional Engineering registration is highly preferred.  

Experience: This position requires 5 years of experience in a petro/chemical plant environment is required. Others with varying levels of experience in the maintenance and repair of fixed equipment may also be considered.

• Applicant must demonstrate familiarity with codes & standards applicable to Fixed Equipment mechanical integrity, including but not limited to ASME Section VIII, ASME B31.3, API 650, API 620, ASME 16.5, PCC-2, etc. (any related certifications considered a plus)

• Experience with mechanical design/analysis software considered a plus (e.g. INSPECT/Compress, Caesar II, etc.

• Understanding of risk-based work selection principles (RBI methodology, etc.) considered a plus.

• Successful candidates must satisfy background screening, including motor vehicle record screening, drug testing & pre-employment physical requirements before starting work.

• A current, valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) card is required.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit, stand, or walk for long periods of time.

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Hargrove Culture

We work to create an environment founded on trust, personal integrity, and a “team mentality” so that each person understands the value of their contributions both on a project and company-wide level. We know that each person on our team contributes to the success of our company by pairing expertise and passion to meet and exceed the needs of the clients we serve across the globe.  

Our safety culture protects and promotes the well-being of every person who works with us and every person touched by our work. 

As a 100% Teammate owned company, we proudly offer a comprehensive benefits package including, paid holidays, personal paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, 401(k), and other benefits to eligible Teammates.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

Hargrove is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex (including gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, sexual identity, marital or family status), disability, military service or obligations, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Hargrove is a drug-free workplace.

The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.