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Hargrove

End-to-end event strategy, design, fabrication

Controls + Automation Engineering Co-op

Fall 2026
No salary listed
Internship
Bachelor's, Master's
Houston, TX, USA
In PersonOn-site support may be available.
Electrical EngineeringControls & Automation Engineering

About the job

Requirements
  • Current enrollment in a Bachelor or Master program in Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Engineering at an accredited university is required.
  • A minimum GPA of 2.7 is required.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook is required.
  • The candidate must be able to complete assignments on schedule, learn new skills in a timely manner, manage time, organize work, prioritize assignments, accurately estimate task completion, and forecast hours required for assignments.
  • The candidate must have good verbal and written communication skills.
  • The candidate must be able to sit, stand, or walk for long periods.
  • The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
Responsibilities
  • Assist with automation and controls engineering and development of distributed control system, programmable logic controller, and human-machine interface systems, depending on project availability.
  • Assist in problem solving to determine the simplest and most efficient approach to engineering tasks.
  • Assist in producing estimate-level preliminary designs.
  • Assist in producing detailed design calculations, spreadsheets, reports, drawings, and sketches for various projects.
  • Assist engineers and specialists in resolving routine layout and detailing problems.
  • Learn and utilize automation engineering design standards.

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).