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Hargrove

End-to-end event strategy, design, fabrication

Piping Designer 2

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/23/2026
No salary listed
Junior
Beaumont, TX, USA
In Person
Mechanical EngineeringDesign Engineering

About the job

Requirements
  • A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
  • At least 2 years of relevant industrial experience in mechanical or piping drafting and design is required.
  • Knowledge and application of piping materials in drafting is required.
  • Ability to draft utility and process piping drawings, P&IDs, and general arrangement drawings is required.
  • Knowledge and application of company engineering design and CAD drafting standards is required.
  • Working knowledge of 2D AutoCAD and MicroStation is required.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook is required.
  • Ability to sit, stand, or walk for long periods is required.
Responsibilities
  • Use department design and drafting standards.
  • Understand project scope, specifications, and design criteria when assigned to a project task team.
  • Develop piping drawings from sketches and engineering information through drafting and design activities.
  • Assist with field design work to ascertain current conditions, locate new systems, communicate with client personnel, and assist in construction.
  • Prepare material take-offs from piping drawings.
  • Recognize and promptly communicate scope and design changes.
  • Provide on-site assistance during startup.

About the company

Hargrove provides end-to-end event production services, covering strategy, creative development, fabrication, and production for live events, exhibits, expos, and experiences. Its product is a full-service event program that guides a client from concept through execution, using a coordinated team to plan, design, build, and stage experiences. The company differentiates itself through its long history (80 years), a customer-first approach, and a turnkey capability that integrates strategy, design, fabrication, and on-site production under one roof, reducing the need for multiple vendors. Its goal is to deliver high-impact, results-driven experiences that meet clients’ objectives and create measurable value for their audiences.

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Lanham, West Virginia

Founded

1946

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What believers are saying

  • Hargrove launched Equipment Solutions in January 2026, expanding cross-sell into fabrication.
  • In May 2026, Hargrove won an FEL-1 critical minerals study, opening growth.
  • Business Alabama named Ralph Hargrove 2026 CEO of the Year, boosting recruiting credibility.

What critics are saying

  • Hargrove still depends on cyclical industrial capex, especially chemicals and refining spending.
  • New competitors like Blue Planet Systems can displace Hargrove on lower-carbon project design.
  • A major project failure or safety incident could damage trust across 19-plus offices.

What makes Hargrove unique

  • Hargrove is 100% employee-owned, aligning retention with project delivery discipline.
  • It combines EPCm, controls, automation, and fabrication through Hargrove Equipment Solutions.
  • Its 2026 reputation spans chemicals, refining, life sciences, and critical minerals.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • Paid Vacation
  • Paid Sick Leave
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Flexible Work Hours

Company News

Business Wire
Sep 23rd, 2021
Generational Wealth Advisors partners with Hargrove Inc.

Generational Wealth Advisors (GWA), the wealth management team within Generational Group (GG), a leading middle market investment bank for privately held businesses, is pleased to announce a new strategic relationship with the Hargrove Firm, Estate and Trust Attorneys (Hargrove).