Who We Are

Hargrove supplies unparalleled services in engineering, procurement, construction management, and technical services in the industrial, commercial, and government sectors. With over 2,000 Teammates across the US, 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 is a key focus area for Hargrove. We’re happy to discuss flexible working hours, patterns, and locations to suit you and the business.

What You'll Be Doing

Summary: This position will independently apply electrical and instrumentation knowledge base to generate issued for construction design packages and assist in execution of capital projects. This teammate will make decisions on engineering problems and methods and represents the organization in project meetings to resolve important questions with key engineers.

This position offers a highly competitive compensation package, including paid time off, health insurance benefits, and matching retirement contributions.

**Relocation assistance may be available for those who qualify.**

The Richmond, VA area is located nearby:

• Chester, VA (15 miles)
• Hopewell, VA (23 miles)
• Petersburg, VA (25 miles)
• New Kent, VA (29 miles)
• Williamsburg, VA (52 miles)
• Fredericksburg, VA (59 miles)

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for design for instrumentation, process control systems, and instrument components for heavy industrial facilities.
• Responsible for study, design, specification, and services related to electrical and instrumentation equipment including control valves, flow meters, temperature/pressure/level instrumentation, cabling and wiring, communication systems, grounding, heat tracing, etc.
• Responsible for in-line instrumentation specifications, compliance with piping standards, and material of construction selection.
• Assist in conducting instrumentation and electrical reviews of all project packages prior to IFC to ensure that quality procedures are followed
• Review project design estimates and scopes of work for new and proposed projects
• Consulted on design, specification, selection, and services relating to instrumentation and control systems including basic process control systems, safety systems, control panels, analyzer systems, telecommunications, field instrumentation, valves, etc.
• Provides technical guidance to designers and less experienced engineers.

Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years of applicable electrical & instrumentation design experience in heavy industrial industry
• PE license preferred
• Experience in P&I diagrams, loop sheets, logics, and control schematics
• Working knowledge of the NEC and IBC Codes.
• Experience utilizing vendor equipment specifications and reading vendor manuals to implement control solutions in an industrial setting
• Experience with CAD systems, preferably Microstation
• Experience working with and mentoring designers/team members
• Experience in communicating job packages/projects with construction and plant personal.
• Experience in developing scopes of work, task analysis, material list and project schedules
• Preferred experience in 480 volt power distribution systems, lighting, schematic wiring diagrams, cable / raceway sizing, lightning protection and grounding required
• Preferred Experience in voltage drop calculations, wiring sizing and conduit fill calculations.

Physical Requirements:

• Work is located at a chemical plant and requires exposure to ambient temperature extremes
• Work will require using and wearing personal protective equipment such as fire-retardant clothing, hearing and eye protection, hard hat, and steel-toed boots
• Must be able to complete necessary field work in process areas around the plant site

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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.